One Lap Challenge at BIC Brings Bahrain Together in the Race Against Dementia

TDT | Manama

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The Bahrain International Circuit played host yesterday to a special event with a powerful purpose. The One Lap Challenge, held yesterday, saw families, fitness enthusiasts, and motorsport fans gather in support of the Race Against Dementia charity — a global initiative spearheaded by Formula 1 legend Sir Jackie Stewart.

Taking place between 10:15 AM and 11:40 AM, the event allowed participants to walk, run, or cycle one lap around the 5.412 km Grand Prix circuit. Children under 13 were given the chance to cycle or walk, making the event inclusive and family-friendly.

Organized in partnership with the British Embassy in Bahrain, the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and Formula 1, the event aimed to raise awareness and funds for dementia research. For Sir Jackie, the cause is deeply personal — his wife Helen was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2014, leading him to establish the charity.

Prior to the lap, attendees enjoyed a live screening of the Japanese Grand Prix qualifying session, blending motorsport excitement with meaningful action. All proceeds from the event went directly to supporting research and innovation in the fight against dementia. Yesterday’s One Lap Challenge was not just a lap around the track — it was a step forward in a global race for a cure.