Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Attends The Prestigious Sixth Edition Of The Saudi Cup In Riyadh

The Saudi Cup, a prestigious international horse race, will be held at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh. The event is under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and will be attended by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. This grand occasion features top horses, jockeys, and owners from around the world.

The Saudi Cup stands out as one of the richest equestrian events globally, boasting a total prize pool of $38.1 million. This significant financial reward attracts elite participants, enhancing the competition's prestige and global appeal.

Prince Bandar bin Khalid bin Faisal, Chairman of the Equestrian Authority and the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia (JCSA), expressed his gratitude for the support from Saudi leadership. He acknowledged King Salman as the honorary president of JCSA and praised Crown Prince Mohammed for his dedication to this event.

"I extend my highest gratitude and appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, honorary president of the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia, and to HRH the Crown Prince, for their great and continuous support of this global event, the Saudi Cup," Prince Bandar said.

The Crown Prince's commitment to maintaining high technical standards in speed horse racing has elevated the Saudi Cup's status internationally. This dedication ensures that it remains a key fixture on the global horse racing calendar.

"This event receives the keen attention of HRH the Crown Prince, who has dedicated all resources to ensuring its continued success and its prominent position on the global stage of horse racing through the application of the highest technical standards in speed horse racing systems," he stated.

Gratitude from Equestrian Community

Prince Bandar also conveyed appreciation on behalf of JCSA members and the equestrian community for the ongoing support from Saudi leadership. This backing is crucial for advancing such unique events within the Kingdom.

"On my behalf and on behalf of the members of the JCSA and the entire equestrian community, I extend my renewed gratitude to the wise leadership for the attention and support we receive in the Kingdom, which contribute to the advancement of this unique event," he added.

The Saudi Cup continues to gain international recognition due to its high standards and substantial prize money. The involvement of top-tier participants further solidifies its reputation as a leading event in horse racing worldwide.

With inputs from SPA