Dubai World Cup will hold official racing at Meydan Racecourse on March 28 without paid hospitality spectators.
Dubai Racing Club will host the Dubai World Cup meeting inviting authorized media only to contest the races in the regulated standard. The results will be recorded and announced officially. The customers who have purchased tickets will be reimbursed.
All supporting Dubai World Cup events, including the Post-Position Draw (Wednesday, March 25), Breakfast with the Stars (Thursday, March 26) and Welcome Reception (Thursday, March 26), have been cancelled. Race day events, including entertainment, have also been cancelled.
“…Only horse connections, racing officials, accredited media and sponsors will be permitted entry. All races will be contested and regulated in a standard fashion and results will be recorded in an official capacity. Ticket sales have been placed on hold…”
Dubai World Cup is the biggest sporting and social event. It is also considered to be one of the world’s richest day of horse racing – worth US$35m in prize money. Traditionally, Dubai World Cup is held on the last Saturday in March and features nine races, an opening ceremony, and a live concert. The event is a good advantage for fashionistas to dress to impress.
Created through the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai World Cup provides a truly global stage upon which the best horses in the world come to compete every year.
Organized by: Dubai Racing Club
Venue: Meydan Racecourse
Ticket price: AED 250
Admission: 12:00 PM