THIS SATURDAY  Breath-taking, awe-inspiring, remarkable, unparalleled...the superlatives to describe Germany's world famous Nürburgring-Nordschleife race track are endless and this Saturday, 25th June, Oman Air Racing Team driver Ahmad Al Harthy will experience the circuit for the first time in his career. The inaugural Porsche Carrera World Cup will bring together around 200 drivers from across the globe to take on the incredible 14 miles of asphalt - and 29-year-old Ahmad will be proudly flying the flag for Oman in, what will be, his greatest challenge so far. In addition to the 'World Cup' aspect, the race will also be the ninth round of the Porsche Carrera Cup GB Championship in which the Muscat driver is currently second in the Pro-Am 1 standings having achieved one class win and five other podiums from the eight races completed so far in 2011. No other motor racing venue is as daunting as the twisting, undulating German track which sweeps through the Eifel Mountains. During its long, storied history Nürburgring-Nordschleife has become infamous - it's a circuit which to this day demands the utmost in respect, concentration and ability. This Saturday's race will be contested over six physically and mentally draining laps of the unique track, meaning a total distance of around 85 miles. Such will be the popularity to motor racing fans, approximately 250,000 spectators are expected to attend this massive event. "This is without doubt the biggest challenge of my career so far, a very proud moment for me and everyone involved within the Oman Air Racing Team", said Ahmad, "Nürburgring -Nordschleife is the greatest test for any driver, it's the most demanding track in the world. It will be a huge honour to represent Oman, the people of Oman and all of my sponsors in such a prestigious event." Oman Air's Chief Officer Corporate Affairs, Philippe Georgiou, says: "We're delighted to be involved with such a high profile event, Ahmad has enjoyed superb success in Porsche Carrera Cup GB so far this year and we're all hoping for a fantastic race in Germany. Such exposure in and around Europe is extremely important for Oman Air commercially and also for raising our profile internationally." In addition to headline sponsor Oman Air, Ahmad is additionally supported by Nawras, National Bank of Oman, Brand Oman, Oman Ministry of Sports Affairs and Oman Ministry of Tourism. Provisional 2011 Porsche Carrera Cup GB Championship 'Pro-Am 1' Standings (after Rd8): 1st Jonas Gelzinis, 89pts; 2nd Ahmad Al Harthy, 51pts