Abu Dhabi, Iran and Oman will host candidate events this year ahead of their inclusion in the FIA Middle East rally Championship (MERC) from 2015 onwards, expanding the regional ****** to nine rounds. While dates for the Iran and Oman events are yet to be re*leased, Abu Dhabi Racing yesterday an**unced it would host its candidate round in collaboration with Yas Motor Racing Club from October 16-17. To be k**wn as the Abu Dhabi Rally, the spectator stage will be held on Thursday, October 16 at the **rth Handling Circuit of Yas Ma*rina Circuit, while the competitive sections would be held over eight special stages the following day.