Abu Dhabi: The 32nd edition of the UAE President Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses is set to take place on 15th December 2024, at the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club (ADEC).
This prestigious event will feature strong competition between elite horses and riders from both within the UAE and internationally, with a total prize purse of AED10.8 million ($2.94mn) spread across seven rounds.
The current edition is particularly notable as it marks the final leg of the UAE President’s Cup World Series for Purebred Arabian Horses.
The event will showcase seven races, including the highly anticipated UAE President Cup Purebred Arabians Grand Prix (Group 1), offering a grand prize of AED8mn ($2.18mn).
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Tomorrow, this year’s race kicks off!
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The President Cup for Thoroughbreds will also have a prize of AED1mn ($272,000).
For the UAE President Cup, the press conference and barrier draw for races 6 and 7 took place at the distinguished Louvre Abu Dhabi, with horse owners, trainers, and jockeys in attendance, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement, while the media provided valuable insights during the Q&A session, setting the stage for the big day ahead.
The audience interacted with H.E. Ali Al Shaiba and H.E. Faisal Al Rahmani, asking questions and gaining insights about the highly anticipated race day, making it a true celebration of passion, expertise, and the spirit of the UAE President Cup.
The UAE President Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses was established in 1994 by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan to emphasize the significance of purebred Arabian horses and their exceptional qualities in the racing world.
Today, the event is regarded as the premier competition in purebred Arabian racing worldwide, attracting the top racehorse owners, trainers, and jockeys from across the globe.