Post by : Bianca Suleiman
Following Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan's vision, the Higher Organizing Committee has proudly unveiled the details of the 33rd UAE President's Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses, highlighting a pivotal advancement in the sport's international stature.
This landmark 2026 edition robustly cements the Cup's standing as the premier Arabian horse racing series globally, showcasing a staggering prize fund that surpasses AED20 million. Building on the success of the last edition, which featured 354 horses and drew over 400,000 enthusiasts at prominent international tracks, the event also achieved remarkable online visibility, amassing over 500 million global views.
Expansive Global Tour: 19 Strategic Racing Venues
This year marks the introduction of an extensive international racing circuit designed to bolster breeders and owners while promoting Purebred Arabian horses on a global scale. The season kicks off in Tunisia on April 19, followed by significant venues such as Churchill Downs in the United States on April 30 and France on May 10.
The European segment includes races in Sweden, Italy, Morocco, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK at Newbury and Doncaster, along with events in Spain, Belgium, Türkiye, Russia, and Poland, showcasing the Cup's increasing global reach.
Growth in the Arab Region and Grand Conclusion
In an exciting development, the series expands into the Arab realm with a new venue in Syria, along with races in Libya and Egypt. The season culminates in Saudi Arabia with a grand finale on November 20.
Visionary Leadership Enhancing Global Engagement
His Excellency Matar Suhail Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri, Chairman of the Higher Organizing Committee, remarked that Sheikh Mansour's unwavering support has positioned the Cup as an essential global platform that unites the UAE with the world's racing elites.
Additionally, His Excellency Faisal Al Rahmani, the Secretary-General of the series, described this 33rd edition as a "transformational chapter," underlining collaborations with illustrious venues such as Longchamp, Churchill Downs, and Doncaster. He emphasized that the Cup has emerged as a strategic ally to numerous iconic racing events.
A New Horizon for Arabian Horse Racing
With its unprecedented calendar, record-breaking prize pool, and global participation, the UAE President’s Cup 2026 is poised to elevate the profile of Purebred Arabian horse racing, asserting its cultural and athletic relevance across four continents.
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