Roger Feghali Wins 48th Lebanon International Rally 2026
BEIRUT, September 14, 2026: Lebanese driver Roger Feghali and co-driver Joseph Matar have won the 48th Lebanon International Rally, the fourth round of the FIA Middle East Rally Championship (MERC).
The rally concluded on Sunday, bringing together leading drivers and motorsport teams for one of Lebanon’s best-known racing events.
Roger Feghali Wins Lebanon International Rally
Roger Feghali and Joseph Matar secured the title after competing in the 48th edition of the Lebanon International Rally.
The event forms part of the FIA Middle East Rally Championship, which brings together leading rally drivers from across the region.
Feghali is one of Lebanon’s most recognised rally drivers and his latest victory adds another achievement to his motorsport career.
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Lebanese President Meets FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem
On the sidelines of the rally, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun received FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem at Baabda Palace.
The meeting focused on the development of motorsport and Lebanon’s role in supporting the sport across the Middle East.
Ben Sulayem attended the Lebanon International Rally at the invitation of the Automobile et Touring Club du Liban (ATCL).
He said the rally remains an important part of the Middle East’s motorsport history and continues to play a role in the FIA’s long-term plans for developing the regional championship.
Arab Times News has also reported on Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s international meetings and efforts to support motorsport development.
Ben Sulayem’s Strong History at Lebanon Rally
Mohammed Ben Sulayem has a long history with the Lebanon Rally.
During his rally career, Ben Sulayem also won the Middle East Rally Championship 14 times, becoming one of the region’s most successful motorsport figures.
He won the event four times, taking victories in 1987, 1991, 1998 and 1999.
FIA Plans Long-Term Growth for Rally Sport
The FIA is also working to strengthen the future of international rally racing.
In July, the organisation announced a long-term commercial rights agreement covering the World Rally Championship and European Rally Championship.
The agreement is designed to attract new investment and support the future development and commercial growth of rally sport.
The conclusion of the 48th Lebanon International Rally highlights Lebanon’s continuing place in Middle East motorsport and the importance of the regional championship for drivers, teams and racing fans.