DOHA: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) is transforming Doha into an open air art installation for the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2025 with ten monumental Formula 1® helmet sculptures. Eight of them have been created by some of Qatar’s exciting contemporary artists.
Until 30 November 2025, these 1.8 meter tall artworks are installed across Qatar and can be visited by fans. Each one a unique celebration of Qatari identity, heritage, and innovation seen through the lens of motorsport, speed and precision.
The ten helmets and their locations are:
• Hamad International Airport and Lusail International Circuit’s Media Accreditation Center at St. Regis Doha, which will both have official LIC branded helmets.
• Old Doha Port – The Rise of Glory by Fatima Mohammed Shaker
A powerful expression of authenticity and renewed national spirit, blending Qatar’s map and identity with the launch toward global achievements.
• Doha Festival City Mall – Connections by Hala Al-Darbasti
Vivid acrylic inspired work celebrating the small details that make us unique yet unite us, bridging individual identities in a shared human experience.
The artist notes, “Collaborating with Lusail International Circuit for the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix has been a truly inspiring experience. Seeing my artwork come to life on such a large scale has been deeply meaningful, and I’m grateful to have contributed to a project that celebrates creativity within Qatar’s growing motorsport community.”
• Lusail International Circuit– The Camel by Laila Al-Qaedi
Traditional tribal camel markings are transformed into a rhythmic contemporary pattern across the helmet, echoing racing lines while honouring the desert symbols of endurance, navigation, and resilience that parallel the demands of motorsport.
• Msheireb Downtown – Heritage in Acceleration by Noor Abuissa
Islamic geometric patterns drawn from mosque architecture and Doha’s skyline are reinterpreted in motion, translating spiritual harmony and mathematical perfection into the language of Formula 1® speed.
• Place Vendôme Mall – Fusion of Speed and Heritage by Jaber Henzab
Qatari landmarks, craftsmanship, and family stories merge with the precision of F1® in bold colours and clean lines. It is a visual tribute to Qatar racing towards the future while rooted in its past.
“I am proud to collaborate with Lusail International Circuit on a project that brings together creativity, culture, and speed. Seeing my artwork integrated into the Formula 1® experience in Qatar is a truly meaningful milestone, and I’m honored to contribute to an event of such global significance,” shared Jaber.
• Qatar Foundation – Velocity of Heritage by Kaltham Al-Fakhroo
Traditional Qatari architectural motifs from historic buildings are fused with the dynamic energy of the Lusail International Circuit, exploring how heritage evolves through modern design and motion.
According to Kaltham, “Working on a helmet dedicated to one of my favorite sports has been an incredible opportunity. Lusail International Circuit has always had a unique aura, and this experience has only reaffirmed that it is truly like no other. I’m thrilled to take part alongside such talented artists and proud to represent my craft to the community in a distinctive and meaningful way.”
• Souq Waqif – The Land of Abundance and Oysters by Zainab AlShibani
Inspired by the songs of pearl divers (“Al Naham”), suspended pearls and gold elements evoke a racing-inspired طاسة or عقد, drawing a poetic link between divers and F1® drivers.
• VVIP Lounge, LIC – The Falcon: A Renewed Legacy by Noura Abdulrahman Al Ibrahim
The Saker falcon, Qatar’s symbol of strength and pride, becomes a canvas revealing the hidden circuits and microchips beneath an F1® car. It is a seamless fusion of cultural iconography and cutting edge engineering.
Fatima Al Qaedi, Marketing Manager at Lusail International Circuit, said: “This city-wide exhibition is an appreciation to Qatari creativity. Eight extraordinary artists have taken the helmet, the ultimate symbol of protection and performance – and turned it into a canvas for our nation’s stories. From pearl-diving songs to falconry, from Islamic geometry to camel tribal marks, every piece reflects how effortlessly Qatar moves between deep-rooted heritage and high-speed innovation. We invite everyone, residents and visitors alike to follow the helmet trail and experience Formula 1® through the eyes of our artists.”
A very limited number of tickets for the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2025 (28 to 30 November) remain on sale and can still be purchased. Friday, November 28, features the opening ceremony, Formula 1® practice sessions, Sprint Qualifying, and support series running throughout the day, followed by a live performance by British icon Seal.
