Wednesday, January 25, 2023 – 6:44 PM
DUBAI, 25th January, 2020 (WAM) — The Dubai World Cup Carnival announced that Longines, the Swiss watch company, will provide support and sponsorship for the fourth carnival race, which will be held at the Meydan track next Friday.
The club confirmed that the company will provide support for the race, which includes eight runs, including the main race, the Firebreak Stakes for the third category, over a mile distance, preparatory to the second category, Godolphin Mile, on the evening of the Dubai World Cup.
The evening also includes 4 grass races, including the Jumeirah Classic, with its prize of $150,000, for horses of three years and over, at a distance of 1,800 meters, which will be launched in its second edition, as well as the corresponding race for foals, the Jumeirah Phillies Classic, at a distance of 1,400 meters.
“The Longines name has been associated with equestrian sports since 1869, and that is why we are pleased to share with Dubai Racing Club our passion and the values that reflect our identity of elegance, performance and tradition,” said Mathieu Baumgartner, Vice President of Marketing at Longines.
Major General Dr. Mohammed Issa Al-Azab, Board Member and General Manager of the Dubai Racing Club, said: “Longines has been providing vital support to horse racing and equestrian sports in Dubai for a long time, and we look forward to welcoming them and their guests back at Meydan Racecourse for an outstanding evening featuring the diverse talents of horses and trainers. And riders from all over the world.”
Asim Al-Khouli / Walid Farouk