The Dubai Racing Club will hold the 29th Dubai World Cup on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Meydan Racecourse. This prestigious event culminates an extended 16-meeting Dubai Racing Carnival, starting on Friday, November 8, 2024.
Key Dates and Highlights of the Racing Season
- Racing Season Start: Friday, November 8, 2024
- Festive Friday: December 20, 2024, featuring the AED 1 million G2 Maktoum Mile
- Fashion Friday: January 24, 2025, headlined by the AED 3.68 million G1 Al Maktoum Challenge
- Emirates Super Saturday: March 1, 2025
- Dubai World Cup: April 5, 2025
Sheikh Rashed bin Dalmook Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Racing Club, expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming season, highlighting the growth and significance of the Dubai World Cup since its inception in 1996. He also noted the addition of two extra days of racing this season, providing more opportunities for both local and international participants.
Elevating Dubai’s Global Horseracing Status
The announcement underscored the influential role of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in elevating the status of the Dubai World Cup and promoting Dubai as a key player on the global horseracing map. Sheikh Rashed remarked on His Highness’s dedication to the sport, which has fostered international cooperation and brought together top talent from around the world.
Modernization and Rebranding
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Modernization and Rebranding
In line with its commitment to modernization, the Dubai Racing Carnival will also unveil a rebranded logo this season. This new logo symbolizes the organization’s dedication to evolving and enhancing its global image. The rebranding effort aims to reflect the Carnival’s progressive vision and ongoing efforts to innovate within the horseracing industry, ensuring it remains a premier event on the international racing calendar.
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