Dubai World Cup Set For Global Broadcast To 170 Countries On April 5

The 29th Dubai World Cup, scheduled for April 5 at Meydan Racecourse, is set to be a global spectacle with its broadcast reaching 170 countries. This event, renowned as the most international race day, will feature nine showpiece races, including the highlight US$12 million Dubai World Cup, showcasing talent from over a dozen countries.

This year, a record-breaking 37 broadcasters have committed to airing the event live. This includes first-time coverage by Australia’s Channel 7 on mainstream TV, indicating the growing popularity and reach of the race. Sports enthusiasts from Canada can catch the action on Sportsnet, while in India, Fancode, with its vast user base of 160 million, will provide comprehensive coverage.

In the United States, Fox Sports will broadcast the races, with ESPN / Star+ catering to the South American audience. Africa's sports fans can tune into SuperSport, while Viaplay, Eurovision, and Setanta Sports will bring the event to European viewers. The Dubai Racing Channel, Yas TV from Abu Dhabi, and the Saudi Sports Channel will serve regional audiences, ensuring wide coverage throughout the Middle East.

For viewers in Southeast Asia, various channels including Green Channel, Fuji TV, Kansai, and NetKeiba in Japan, along with HKJC TV, Cable TV, Now TV, and TVB in Hong Kong, will offer live broadcasts of the races. This wide array of broadcasters underscores the Dubai World Cup's status as a premier international sporting event.

In addition to traditional broadcast methods, the event has also made provisions for its viewership through unconventional means. Select cruise lines and airlines, notably including the event’s title sponsor Emirates Airline, will allow their passengers to watch the races live, ensuring that fans can enjoy the thrilling action no matter where they are.

Covering the event for a global audience, CNN Worldwide will feature the Dubai World Cup on its World Sport program, reaching over 347 million households worldwide. This coverage highlights the race’s significant impact and appeal, transcending geographical boundaries and bringing together a diverse international viewership.

The expansive media coverage of the Dubai World Cup not only reflects its stature in the world of horse racing but also its role in bringing together diverse cultures and audiences. With the event being accessible from virtually anywhere in the world, it promises to be a unifying celebration of sport, showcasing the best of horse racing on an international scale.