Abu Dhabi, UAE – The HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Festival continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of endurance sport globally,
Through its successive editions, it has affirmed the UAE’s leadership in establishing
the highest standards of excellence and competition in this ancient sport,
and enhancing its position as a global destination for equestrian championships.
Adel Al Ghaith, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations for the Gulf, Middle East
and Central Asia region at Emirates Airline, confirmed,
The national carrier’s sponsorship of the HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Festival Cup
This reflects Emirates Airline’s commitment to supporting purebred equestrian sports.
Elevating the sport of endurance
He said that the festival is a prominent event on the global equestrian calendar,
and embodies His Highness’s vision to elevate the sport of endurance and enhance its international presence.
This is in line with the values of discipline and excellence that Emirates Airline upholds.
Al Ghaith added that the event reflects Dubai’s leading position
as a global center for hosting and organizing major equestrian championships.
It provides a platform that brings together elite riders and horses from around the world.
Expressing his hope for an exceptional edition that continues to build on the successes achieved in recent years.
For his part, Farhad Azizi, CEO of Azizi Developments Group, said,
The group is proud to continue its sponsorship of the festival for the ninth year in a row.
He emphasized that equestrian sport is an integral part of the culture and heritage of the United Arab Emirates.
Meanwhile, Dubai embodies the highest standards of hospitality and global leadership in organizing major events.
Luxury cars as prizes for the winners
In the same context, Al Tayer Motors continues its sponsorship of the Jameelati Cup for mares
for the fifteenth time, where luxury cars will be presented as prizes to the winners.
Mona Hassan Saadoun, Vice President of Marketing and Customer Experience at Al Tayer Motors, confirmed,
This sponsorship reflects the company’s commitment to supporting the equestrian community
and initiatives that celebrate heritage and promote sporting values.
In the previous edition, MRM Stables won the titles
of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Cup and the Jameelati Cup for Mares.
Meanwhile, the other races witnessed the brilliance of the Seih Al Salam and Al Awasef stables,
in a new confirmation of the strength of the competition and the world-class level of organization of the festival.
