The partnership with the Breeders' Cup Challenge Series elevates the global status of the Dubai World Cup Carnival, which takes place on April 5 at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai. This event is one of the most significant in the world of horse racing and equestrian sports, attracting the best horses, trainers, and riders from around the globe. The winners of the Dubai World Cup (Group 1), Dubai Golden Shaheen (Group 1), Longines Dubai Sheema Classic (Group 1), and Dubai Turf (Group 1) automatically qualify for the upcoming Breeders' Cup.
The President of the Dubai Racing Club, Sheikh Rashid bin Dalmook bin Juma Al Maktoum, emphasized the importance of this partnership. 'We are pleased to announce our partnership with the Breeders' Cup Challenge Series and to participate in the Breeders' Cup Challenge Series. This gives the participants of the Dubai World Cup a unique opportunity to showcase their skills on a global stage.'
Today in Dubai, the 18th annual horse show kicks off as part of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Festival for equestrian sports. This is one of the oldest and most prestigious events in the international racing calendar. The festival is organized by the Dubai Equestrian Club in cooperation with the Federation of Equestrian Sports and Racing of the United Arab Emirates.
The events will take place over 4 days and will include 4 different races, starting with the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum race for women at 101 km under the aegis of Azizi Developments. The race starts at 6:30 AM, followed by tomorrow's 'Challenge Stain' race for women on special stalls, which will continue the festival.
