The Madinah Equestrian Field is preparing to host the first meet of the 2024/2025 horse racing season next Friday, November 29, 2024. The event marks the opening of the racing season in the region, with wide participation from equestrian enthusiasts and purebred Arabian horses.

Program and Activities

The meet includes six races featuring:

  • Purebred Arabian horses.
  • Locally bred and imported horses.

The races will be held over distances of 1,200 and 1,400 meters, amid an exciting competitive atmosphere. The program concludes with the sixth race, a qualifier for the Riyadh Equestrian Club's Education Knight Cup.

Prizes for Top Performers

Valuable cash prizes are being offered by participating and sponsoring entities to support stables and jockeys and encourage participants to deliver their best performances in the races.

The Racing Season: An Authentic Sporting Tradition

The launch of this racing season continues a long-standing tradition that highlights the place of equestrianism in Saudi society and its role in fostering sportsmanship and pride in cultural identity.