The Dubai Racing Club has disclosed the specifics of its upcoming major event, “Fashion Friday,” set to take place at the Meydan Racecourse. This event, sponsored by “Longines,” holds significance due to its top-tier races, all categorized as class races. “Fashion Friday” also features accompanying events and competitions, making it a pivotal evening for horses and races in the region and beyond.
At a press conference attended by Major General Dr. Muhammad Issa Al-Azeb, Member of the Board of Directors and Executive Director of the Dubai Horse Racing Club, along with Ali Abdul Rahman Al Ali, Deputy Director-General of the Dubai Horse Racing Club, and participating trainers, the restructuring of the Dubai Racing Carnival was highlighted as yielding positive outcomes. The evening boasts substantial financial prizes exceeding 10 million dirhams for its races, along with additional incentives for winning horses in the qualifying races for the Dubai World Cup evening. Prizes are also allocated for other events, costume competitions, and nominations.
Major General Dr. Muhammad Issa Al-Azeb expressed confidence in the success of the Dubai Racing Club’s endeavors, emphasizing the importance of “Fashion Friday” as one of the season’s key events. He acknowledged Longines’ continuous support for racing and equestrian activities, emphasizing their role as the official timing officer at Meydan Racecourse.
The substantial prizes for the races aim to recognize the efforts of owners, trainers, and riders participating in the club’s races. Additional activities for the season offer prizes exceeding one million dirhams, including nomination prizes for racing enthusiasts at Meydan Racecourse. The goal is to express gratitude for the public’s support and remarkable attendance at all races organized by the Dubai Horse Racing Club.
Aaron Sharpe, racing advisor at the Dubai Horse Racing Club, outlined the objective of reprogramming the racing season, aiming to position Dubai as a hub for regional races and attract international horses early in the season. He revealed the participation of over 20 international horses from six different countries in the upcoming “Fashion Friday” evening, which will feature nine high-profile races, including three of the first category, along with incentives for three qualifying races for the Dubai World Cup evening.
