Faisal Al Adsani, Acting Deputy CEO, poses with Gulf Bank car racer Hisham Al Jerri.

KUWAIT CITY, Dec 9: As part of its continued commitment to supporting sports in Kuwait, particularly youth-driven activities and motorsports, Gulf Bank announced its participation as an official sponsor of the third season of the GR Yaris Cup. The championship is organized by Mohammed Nasser Al Sayer and Sons in collaboration with Kuwait Motor Town.

The launch ceremony, held at the Al Sayer multipurpose hall in Ardiya, was attended by Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer Faisal Al Adsani, General Manager of International Banking Faisal Al Gharabally, and Chief Marketing Officer Najla Aleisa.

The new season of the GR Yaris Cup, which begins this weekend and consists of five rounds concluding in March, features notable enhancements in performance standards and race formats. It also brings together some of Kuwait’s most prominent racers. For the first time, a branded Gulf Bank car will compete in the championship, driven by racer Hisham Al Jerri. The Bank also emphasizes the importance of promoting safe and responsible driving, underscoring that motorsport is a controlled environment designed to channel passion for speed into professional and regulated settings.

Gulf Bank’s sponsorship reflects its steadfast commitment to supporting youth-focused initiatives and leading sporting events. Through this participation, the Bank aims to nurture competitive spirit and innovation while empowering national talent to showcase their capabilities in one of Kuwait’s most advanced motorsport championships.

Aligned with its strategy to empower the community and elevate the role of youth, Gulf Bank continues to champion sports and emerging athletes across Kuwait. The Bank believes that investing in young people is an investment in the nation’s future, and that sports serve as a powerful platform for developing a generation that is creative, driven, and capable of achieving excellence. This vision is also evident in the Bank’s support of community-wide sporting events, including its renowned Gulf Bank 642 Marathon, which brings people together around healthy competition and national pride.

Gulf Bank places particular importance on sports initiatives that blend passion, discipline, and teamwork. The Bank actively supports major local sporting events and backs programs that help young people build both physical and cognitive skills.

As part of these efforts, the Bank sponsors motorsport championships and community activities that promote healthy living, offering youth opportunities to demonstrate their talents in professional and well-organized settings. The Bank also prioritizes long-term partnerships with sports and educational institutions to provide an integrated environment that enables young people to grow and reach their full potential.

Through its continuous initiatives, Gulf Bank reaffirms its role as a leading financial institution whose contributions extend beyond banking services to supporting the community and empowering youth. The Bank remains an active contributor to the advancement of sports in Kuwait and the cultivation of perseverance, ambition, and excellence among the next generation.