As the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix heats up on Saturday ahead of the afternoon’s qualifying sessions, the weekend crowds have ramped up the excitement around Yas Marina Circuit.
One of the most popular areas is the official fan zone, a mini festival in its own right with food stalls, brand pavilions and a stage featuring local music acts.
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The centrepiece of the strip are the merchandise stores, which underscore the lucrative nature of the sport. Official team jerseys cost around an average of Dh600 while tracksuit jackets are…