Between January and March, the biggest names in the world of horse racing can all be found at The Meydan Racecourse in Dubai for the prestigious Dubai World Cup Carnival.
Spread out over an 11-week schedule of high-class events, the Dubai World Cup Carnival offers up a total of $38,900,000 USD in combined purse prizes. The 13th running of the prestigious event will culminate with the richest day in racing—the $30,000,000 Dubai World Cup day. Typically held on the final weekend in March, the big day is not only the biggest annual sporting and social event in Dubai, it is also the richest day on the racing calendar.
This year, the final day falls on March 26, and features nine exciting races, including six Group 1 races and three Group 2 races. The big day’s grand finale is the world’s richest race, the Dubai World Cup, which offers a $10,000,000 purse. The proud host is none other than the state-of-the-art Meydan Racecourse. Known for their unparalleled hospitality packages, mile-long grand stand and world-class racing technology the Meydan is the perfect site to host the auspicious event. Catch the world’s finest horses, trainers and jockeys through live broadcast on Thursday nights and the Dubai World Cup on Saturday March 26.
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