Ben Sulayem welcomes FIA Extreme H World Cup debut in Saudi Arabia
Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), has welcomed the launch of the inaugural FIA Extreme H World Cup in Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya City, calling it a groundbreaking milestone in sustainable motor sport.
The FIA, the global governing body of motor sport and mobility organisations, has signed a multi-year agreement with Extreme H to host the world’s first hydrogen-powered racing series. The event will take place from 9–11 October 2025 at a purpose-built off-road circuit in Qiddiya City.
Extreme H succeeds the FIA-sanctioned Extreme E series, which ran between 2021 and 2024, and builds on its legacy of sustainable innovation. The new series will focus entirely on hydrogen fuel cell technology, both in powering the cars and running event infrastructure.
Ben Sulayem said:
“As motor sport continues to grow worldwide, it is fantastic to see the inaugural Extreme H World Cup being hosted in Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia. The hydrogen-powered event will use advanced technology to push the boundaries of sustainable racing, pioneering a new vision in a location which shares our commitment to a more sustainable and innovative future.”
The World Cup will showcase hydrogen’s potential as a clean energy source, with every element of the event — from cars to broadcasting operations — powered by hydrogen technology. The series also promotes inclusivity, requiring each team to field both a male and female driver, making it only the second international four-wheel motor sport competition to do so after Extreme E.
Alejandro Agag, Founder and CEO of the FIA Extreme H World Cup, commented:
“Signing this multi-year agreement with the FIA is a landmark moment for Extreme H and the future of hydrogen racing. It reinforces our mission to push the boundaries of sustainable motor sport and provide a global showcase for clean mobility solutions and gender equality on the track.”
With broadcast coverage through 90 networks across 180 countries, Extreme H aims to inspire investment in hydrogen infrastructure, drive clean mobility innovation, and engage fans worldwide with its blend of advanced technology, sustainability, and equal-gender competition.
