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Esports GT Jr. Championship AAB Esport GT Junior Server August 23 , 2024 Achievements from the event Under 16 Fastest lap time Achiever: Zayan Intaz Description On 23rd August 2024, 4 under sixteen drivers were invited to join Round 1 Esport GT Junior Championship. Four of them are Tahsin Asad Khan, Tanjida Amin, Ibrahim Khalil Ullah and Zayan Intaz. From Round 1 Zayan Intaz, Tahsin Asad Khan and Ibrahim Khalil Ullah selected for Round 2.   Race brief conducted by Mr. Rahul Chakraborty. Mr. M A Sayed, Mr. A.K.M Fazle Rabbi Mollah, Mr. Mamun Hossain, Mr. Hossain Mohammad Tareque and Mr. Ikhtiar Hossain were race officials in the competition.   Result Winner : Zayan Intaz 1st Runner-Up : Tahsin Asad Khan 2nd Runner-Up : Ibrahim Khalil Ullah Motorsport enthusiasts are registering to participate The race director and marshals are ready to start the race A driver briefing was conducted by the marshals The marshals familiarized the drivers with the circuit Drivers with the race officials of the Esports GT Jr. Championship Race officials at the Esports GT Jr. Championship

National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt Round 2 Tennis Court at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Cricket Stadium, Sagorika, Chattogram, Bangladesh July 12 & 13 , 2024 Achievements from the event Discovered a natural talent, Ibrahim Khalil Ullah, who is only 11 years old Recruited female volunteers to join the event Identified several talented motorsport enthusiasts Found 7 female drivers, further promoting diversity in motorsport Description A total of 270 motorsport enthusiasts completed online registration, while 79 enthusiasts registered on-site, bringing the total number of participants in the National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt, Round 2 to 349 (270 online + 79 spot registrations). The majority of participants were male, but AAB also identified 4 female drivers. The event faced several challenges, but the AAB team worked tirelessly, often overnight, to ensure its success. During this period, Bangladesh was experiencing significant political unrest, which caused disruptions. Our logistics and buses, carrying volunteers and equipment, were stuck on the highway due to student protests blocking the road. This created a tense situation, but the team quickly found an alternate bypass route, allowing the logistics and volunteers to reach the event site on the morning of the competition. This unexpected detour resulted in additional costs for the event. Despite these challenges, the event was conducted smoothly by a team of trained and experienced volunteers. We designed three circuit layouts; one for drivers under 17 years and two for drivers aged 17 years and above. In the first round, 349 drivers participated. From these, 56 drivers were selected to move on to the semi-final round. Following the semi-finals, the top 21 drivers advanced to the final round.   Result Total Participants : 349 Winner : Mr. Tahjib Rezwan Shafin 1st Runner-Up : Mr. Umair Irtiza 2nd Runner-Up : Mr. Rafi Anan Motorsport enthusiasts are registering to participate The race director and marshals are ready to start the race A driver briefing was conducted by the marshals The marshals familiarized the drivers with the circuit Motorsport enthusiasts are showcasing their driving skills in the National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt, Round 2. Motorsport enthusiasts are showcasing their driving skills in the National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt, Round 2. The driver is waiting on the starting line for the race The 1st runner-up received the trophy, prize money, and certificate from the President of AAB The 2nd runner-up collected the trophy, prize money, and certificate from the President of AAB A group photo was taken with the President of AAB, the Director of Sport, marshals, and officials

FIA Conference 2024 Samarkand, Uzbekistan June 11 to 13, 2024 The 2024 FIA Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan was held from June 10–13, 2024. The event celebrated the 120th anniversary of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA). The conference was a significant event for the development of motorsport in Uzbekistan and included a number of highlights, including: Jubilee General Assembly: The assembly focused on key decisions in areas such as sustainable mobility, environmental protection, and inclusivity in motorsport. World Council for Automobile Mobility and Tourism meeting: The WCAMT met to discuss key achievements and issues in the mobility landscape. Smart Driving Challenge: The FIA launched its first mini Smart Driving Challenge of 2024, which ran from June 10–12. The challenge used AI-generated feedback to encourage participants to drive more safely and sustainably. Affordable Cross Car unveiling: The FIA unveiled the Affordable Cross Car, which can be used for simple slaloms or as a new discipline for clubs with active motor sport. Car exhibition: The Expo Centre featured a special car exhibition. Commemorative display: The FIA celebrated its 120th anniversary with a commemorative display. The conference was organized by the National Autosport and Karting Federation of Uzbekistan (NAFKU) with support from the Government of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Sports, the Olympic Committee, and others.   Mrs Tahnia Quadery, COO & Mr. Al Mamun Ahmad Maroof, CTO represented AAB at the FIA Conference in Samarkand 2024, Uzbekistan. Group photo of the participants at the FIA Conference in Samarkand 2024

AA Bangladesh National Esports GT Time Trial Championship 2024 AAB Qualifying Server for 2024 FIA Motorsport (4606) Start June 8, 2024 to July, 15 2024 Achievement from the event Esport GT – Rahul Chakraborty Esport F4 – Fahad Gaffoor Description On 8th June 2024, AAB launched the Esports GT Time Trial Championship 2024, organized by AA Bangladesh. The event attracted around 300 registered participants, out of which 72 drivers qualified for the next round by 15th July 2024. From this pool, the top 30 drivers were selected to advance to Round 2. However, while briefing the top 30 participants, a sudden civil unrest situation in Bangladesh disrupted the event. This included an internet blackout for one month, forcing a temporary suspension of activities. Once the situation stabilized and internet services were restored, AA Bangladesh rescheduled Round 2, opting to replace it with a series of six races to better evaluate driver performance. After completing the six-race series, Mr. Rahul Chakraborty emerged as the final champion, earning his place as the Esports GT representative for the FIA Motorsport Games 2024.Additionally, Fahad Gaffoor secured his position as the Esports F4 representative. Fahad entered the competition as a wildcard, following a recommendation by Alex Yoong, a former Formula 1 driver, to the Director of Sports at AA Bangladesh. This championship marked another milestone for AAB in identifying and nurturing exceptional motorsport talent in Bangladesh.   Result   Total Participants    : 72 Winner : Mr. Rahul Chakraborty 1st Runner-Up : Mr. Taseen Ahnaf Noor 2nd Runner-Up : Mr. Affan Sadat Esports drivers used the AAB simulators to participate in the AA Bangladesh National Esports GT Time Trial Championship 2024

Issued Licence for AAB Marshals Issued by Automobile Association of Bangladesh From May to June 2024 AAB has Issued Marshal Licences A total of 36 marshal licenses have been issued. The Automobile Association of Bangladesh (AAB) issues Marshal Licences to qualified individuals who are trained to manage and direct traffic during events, ensuring safety and efficiency. These marshals are responsible for guiding vehicles, assisting with crowd control, and ensuring compliance with event-specific regulations. The licencing process includes rigorous training on traffic management, safety procedures, and emergency response. As of the latest data, AAB has issued a total of 36 marshal licences, certifying professionals who contribute to the smooth and safe operation of various automotive events and activities in Bangladesh.

AAB Esports Academy Automobile Association of Bangladesh headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh April to May 2024 Unpacking and setting up the simulators at the AAB Esports Academy The simulator setup gradually expanded day by day This is the AAB Esports Academy, equipped with 8 simulators and 1 server

National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt Round 1 Car park, Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), Dhaka, Bangladesh March 8 & 9 , 2024 Achievements from the event Discovered a natural talent, Ibrahim Khalil Ullah, who is only 11 years old Recruited female volunteers to join the event Identified several talented motorsport enthusiasts Found 7 female drivers, further promoting diversity in motorsport Description On the 8th and 9th of March 2024, the Automobile Association of Bangladesh (AAB) successfully organized the National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt, Round 1, for the Dhaka Division at the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) in Dhaka, Bangladesh.   The event presented some unique challenges, as a total of 983 people registered, including both drivers and volunteers. Managing such a large number of enthusiastic participants posed a significant logistical challenge. To address this, we implemented a “first come, first serve” system to maximize participation. Our volunteers and officials worked tirelessly, even overnight, to ensure as many people as possible could take part in the event, while also accommodating the remaining registered motorsport enthusiasts in the karting slalom sessions.   The majority of participants were barristers, lawyers, judges, and their children, along with many passionate motorsport enthusiasts.   A total of 300 drivers participated in the initial round (Round 1) of the National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt. From these 300 participants, 39 drivers were selected to move on to the semi-final round (Round 2). Following the semi-finals, the top 15 drivers were chosen to compete in the final round.   The event featured two categories for the first round: Under 17 and 17 plus, with one category planned for the remaining rounds. This event conducted by trained and experienced volunteers. We designed 3 circuit layouts, one for under 17 and remaining 2 circuits for 17 plus drivers.   Result Total Participants : 300 Winner : Mr. Umar Faruk Sabit 1st Runner-Up : Mr. Tahsin Asad Khan 2nd Runner-Up : Mr. Md. Al Amin Three circuit layouts were set up at the car park, SCBA in Dhaka A briefing was held by the Race Director for the volunteers The President of AAB introduced the racing gear to the drivers A drivers briefing was conducted by the marshal for all participants The marshals are fulfilling their responsibilities We have a talented 11-year- old driver A female driver on the kart is showcasing her skills The Drivers, Marshals, Winners of the National Karting Championship & Talent Hunt Round 1 are seen to be celebrating with the President of AAB

Volunteers Meet-Up Conference Holiday Inn Hotel, Dhaka, Bangladesh January 13, 2024 Achievement from the conference Recruited 27 new volunteers Found female drivers from the demonstration session Description On 13th January 2024, the Automobile Association of Bangladesh (AAB) hosted a Volunteers Meet-Up Conference at the Holiday Inn Hotel, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The event aimed to encourage both existing volunteers and new  recruits  in  the  development  of  motorsport  in  Bangladesh. As part of the conference, a demonstration of karting slalom was organized, where participants were introduced to the KARTs and the karting slalom event. The demonstration also emphasized the importance of safety driving, and was conducted by trained AAB volunteers. The President of AAB addressed the gathering, motivating existing volunteers and encouraging the recruitment of new volunteers for the growth of motorsport in Bangladesh. He shared his plans for increasing the volunteer base, organizing motorsport events, engaging young motorsport enthusiasts, growing the motorsport community, and outlining the benefits of being an AAB volunteer. He also emphasized the mission and vision of AAB in advancing the sport in the country. Total 65 motorsport enthusiasts participated in this conference. On the conference day, we organized a karting session at the parking area of the Holiday Inn Hotel in Dhaka. Every conference attendee had the opportunity to experience the thrill of karting. We found two naturally gifted female drivers. We prioritized safety measures for all drivers.