Tashkent Hosts Farewell for 2025 Motorsport Stars
The 2025 motorsport season culminated in a memorable FIA Awards ceremony on December 12, 2025, held at Humo Arena in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This historic event brought together champions and fans to celebrate the accomplishments of athletes from seven World Championship categories.
Tashkent’s Role in Celebrating Motorsport Legends
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem and Uzbekistan’s Prime Minister, Abdulla Aripov, presided over the awards ceremony. They acknowledged the dedication of athletes, highlighting their journeys and dreams of reaching the top of motorsport.
Highlights of the Evening
- Themed “Dreams of a Champion,” the night featured emotional tributes to the 2025 season’s challenges and triumphs.
- Enzo Ferrari was honored with the FIA President’s Innovation Award, represented by his son Piero Ferrari.
- The inaugural FIA Rookie of the Year award went to Rafael Câmara, showcasing promising young talent.
Key Achievements in Various Categories
This year’s ceremony recognized various championship winners:
- Formula One: Lando Norris crowned World Champion, with teammate Oscar Piastri finishing in third.
- World Endurance Championship: Ferrari celebrated victories including the Drivers’ title for crew #51—Alessandro Pier Guidi, Antonio Giovinazzi, and James Calado.
- World Rally Championship: Sébastien Ogier achieved his ninth Drivers’ title, supported by co-driver Vincent Landais.
- World Rally-Raid Championship: Lucas Moraes and navigator Edouard Boulanger claimed titles from Tashkent.
- Formula E: Oliver Rowland secured his first championship, while TAG Heuer Porsche claimed both Teams’ and Manufacturers’ championships.
Special Awards and Recognition
- Rally del Paraguay received the FIA WRC of the Year Award, recognized for its commitment to rally sport.
- Johan Kristoffersson marked his eighth championship victory in FIA World Rallycross, solidifying his legacy.
- Karting champions featured Noah Baglin from the UK and Thibaut Ramaekers from Belgium in their respective categories.
The event was a celebration not only of past achievements but also an encouragement for emerging talents. As motorsport continues to evolve, memorable gatherings like the one in Tashkent play a crucial role in fostering community and ambition within the sport.
