Author Archives: Time Out Editors

Last year was a season of close seconds for British motorsport. Not only did Lewis Hamilton narrowly miss out on winning the Formula 1 world title, but Red Bull Air Race pilot Paul Bonhomme had to settle for silver in one of the closest-fought championships ever. Along with eventual champion Mike Mangold, Bonhomme ended the season on 47 points, after blowing a seemingly comfortable two-point lead in the final race in Perth by finishing fifth. Mangold seized his opportunity and after six gruelling tie-breaks emerged victorious, leaving Bonhomme to reflect on the season that could’ve been. Time Out speaks to 2007’s nearly man about his preparation for 2008 and the increasing competitiveness going into the opening round

Alan Passmore is a Marshal with ME4X4 Off-Road Club, and originally drove on the ‘Go West’ trip with ME4X4 in 2002, his first experience in Liwa. Since then, he has driven in the area many times. The route itself is composed partly of sections from an old Desert Challenge Rally, but with modifications by the Club’s Founder, Jon Harbour

Abu Dhabi Rugby Union Football Club has been in existence for more than 35 years and is continuing to experience vast developments and heightened interest every season. As we come to the climax of the current season, spirits are high after a 38-7 victory over Doha in the Arabian Gulf Cup semi-final. Time Out speaks to club chairman Richard Harris