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WRC confident of Middle East round in 2025
The World Rally Championship (WRC) is aiming to include a round in the Middle East, with Saudi Arabia being the likely host in 2025. This is seen as a missing piece in the current WRC calendar and has been a long-term goal for the championship. WRC event director Simon Larkin is confident that a Middle East round will happen in 2025 and believes it can revitalize the Middle East Rally Championship. Meanwhile, Ireland is also bidding to join the WRC starting next year, with the WRC considering it a priority to include Ireland on its calendar. Motorsport Ireland is applying for funding to secure their bid, hoping it will bring economic benefits. Additionally, reports suggest that Paraguay is also considering a bid to join the WRC next year.
