FAB hosts the Formula 1 Winner’s Trophy at Abu Dhabi head office

The 2026 Formula 1 Winner’s Trophy arrived at FAB’s head office in Abu Dhabi, housed within a crystalline display case that caught the light like a precious jewel. Mounted on a black plinth emblazoned with the Etihad Airways branding and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix insignia, the trophy presented itself as an object of pure ambition: its golden form twisted upward in a spiral, catching the eye with the intensity of burnished metal against the sharp geometry of its protective enclosure.

FAB’s role as founding partner of the 2026 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix positions the financial institution at the centre of one of motorsport’s most prestigious events. The two day exhibition transformed the bank’s headquarters into a destination for those drawn to the convergence of speed, precision and triumph. Behind the trophy display, the Etihad and Formula 1 branding created a backdrop that spoke to the partnership anchoring this moment: the colours of Abu Dhabi’s national carrier, the unmistakable red and white F1 identity, and the promise of the race still to come.

The trophy tour itself carries ritual significance within the Formula 1 calendar. Each year, the Winner’s Trophy travels to venues and institutions that represent the sport’s global reach and local significance. For FAB, the honour reflects both its standing as a cornerstone of the region’s financial infrastructure and the bank’s commitment to the cultural and sporting life of Abu Dhabi. The experiences and activities surrounding the trophy’s presence brought the anticipation of Formula 1 to life before a single lap has been contested, speaking to fans and stakeholders alike about what awaits when the 2026 season arrives on the Yas Marina Circuit.

Imagery courtesy of FAB (First Abu Dhabi Bank) (@fabconnects).