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Al Etihad
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Al Rawda Camel Racetrack hosts inaugural Al Ain Camel Racing Festival on Friday
3 July 2025 21:56 AL AIN (WAM)Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, the Presidential Camels and Camel Racing Affairs Centre will host on Friday, July 4, the inaugural Al Ain Camel Racing Festival at Al Rawda Camel Racetrack in Al be held under the supervision of the Camel Racing Federation, the event promotes camel racing as a sport deeply rooted in the UAE's cultural festival will feature three preliminary rounds to be held during July, August, and September of this year, and a total of 605 races, including competitions dedicated to trophy awards across various age categories. A final round of challenges is set to take place in early October 2025. Substantial prizes will be awarded to riders and participants throughout the Sultan bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Advisor to His Highness the President of the UAE and Chairman of the Camel Racing Federation, expressed his pride in the launch of the first edition of the festival, praising the wise leadership's support for this authentic national heritage and the generous patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al stressed that the festival represents a strategic step in the development of camel racing in the country, and enhances the participation of owners, especially young people, in this vital heritage sector, ensuring the sustainability of the Emirati heritage and its transmission to future generations. The event reinforces Emirati identity and highlights the nation's enduring commitment to its cultural roots and heritage.
Barnama
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
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Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan , President of the UAE, and the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan , Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region , the Presidential Camels and Camel Racing Affairs Centre , under the supervision of the Camel Racing Association, has organised the 1st Al Ain Camel Racing Festival . Scheduled to take place from 4 July to 9 October 2025 at Al Rawda Camel Racetrack in Al Ain Region , the event promotes camel racing as a sport deeply rooted in the UAE's cultural heritage. His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan said that the festival comes as a continuation of the efforts to preserve UAE heritage and strengthen its presence in society by supporting the sport of camel racing and ensuring its continuity. His Highness emphasised that camel racing is a national legacy that enjoys the support of the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, as it represents a deep-rooted cultural tradition and a key pillar of the UAE's national identity. The festival will feature three preliminary rounds and a total of 605 races, including competitions dedicated to trophy awards across various age categories. A final round is set to take place in early October 2025. Substantial prizes will be awarded to participants throughout the event. Al Ain Camel Racing Festival, supported by the UAE leadership in its efforts to preserve authentic Arab traditions, is widely celebrated across the Gulf Region. The event reinforces Emirati identity and highlights the nation's enduring commitment to its cultural roots and heritage.
