Dubai World Cup 2025 Scheduled for April 5, 2025

Dubai, The Gulf Observer: The upcoming edition of the Dubai World Cup meeting, globally recognized as one of horseracing’s premier sporting and social events, is set to take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025. This marks the grand finale of an extended 16-meeting Carnival at the iconic Meydan Racecourse. The 29th renewal of this spectacular racing fixture will be held a week later than usual, coinciding with the culmination of Eid Al Fitr celebrations across the UAE.

The new season kicks off on Friday, November 8, 2024, with the first of four feature race days on ‘Festive Friday,’ December 20. This event will showcase the AED1 million G2 Maktoum Mile as the highlight of an impressive card. The Carnival’s second marquee race day, the popular ‘Fashion Friday’ fixture, is scheduled for January 24, 2025, featuring an all-Pattern race card including the AED3.68 million G1 Al Maktoum Challenge, which offers ‘Bonus Scheme’ entry to the Dubai World Cup.

Meydan Racecourse will also host Emirates Super Saturday on March 1, 2025, with the G2 Al Maktoum Classic as the feature, another ‘win and you’re in’ race.

Commenting on the announcement, Sheikh Rashed bin Dalmook Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Racing Club, said, “The Dubai World Cup is one of the best-established sporting and social events of the year in Dubai. This incredible race meeting has grown year on year since its inception in 1996, and we look forward to welcoming the best horses, jockeys, trainers, and owners from around the world to Meydan Racecourse on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

“We are also delighted to offer two additional days of racing this season, providing more opportunities for horses based locally and those joining us from overseas. The Dubai Racing Carnival has been instrumental in transforming the horseracing landscape globally. It is a celebration of the sport, combining top-tier racing action with world-class entertainment, fashion, and hospitality. With the introduction of new race days and an enhanced prize pool, the Carnival continues to attract elite participants and audiences from around the world.

“Under the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Dubai Racing Carnival has reached new heights. His passion and commitment to the sport have not only elevated the status of the Dubai World Cup but have also placed Dubai firmly on the global horseracing map. His Highness’s efforts have fostered international cooperation, bringing together the best in the industry and promoting the sport’s growth and development.”

Sheikh Mohammed’s dedication to the equine industry is evident through the establishment of state-of-the-art facilities, the introduction of innovative racing formats, and his support of breeding and training programs that have produced world-class competitors. His influence extends beyond the racetrack, impacting the broader cultural and economic landscape of Dubai, making it a premier destination for horseracing enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Another new innovation for the forthcoming Carnival is an exciting rebrand of the Dubai Racing Carnival logo, redesigned to align with the organization’s commitment to modernisation and a fresh, relevant vision.

The Dubai World Cup meeting promises to be a landmark event, celebrating the sport of horseracing with unparalleled excellence and grandeur.