Hamburg to host seventh round of UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses

ANI July 5, 2025 340 views

The UAE President's Cup Series continues its international expansion by hosting a prestigious Arabian horse race in Hamburg, Germany. This Group 2 event marks a significant milestone as the first Hamburg staging in the series' new format. The race coincides with the historic 156th German Derby, attracting top European stables. Under Mansour bin Zayed's patronage, the series aims to promote Arabian horse racing's global legacy and heritage.

"The series reflects the UAE's enduring commitment to supporting owners and breeders" - Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Hamburg, July 5: The UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses is set to continue its distinguished presence at leading European tracks, as the seventh leg of its 32nd edition is set to take place tomorrow at Horner Rennbahn racecourse in Hamburg, Germany.

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UAE President's Cup enters seventh round at Hamburg racecourse

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Group 2 race attracts top European stables

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1,600-metre turf event with €250,000 prize purse

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First Hamburg staging in new race format

Held under the patronage of Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the series reflects the UAE's enduring commitment to supporting owners and breeders around the world, and to encouraging the acquisition and care of Arabian horses in order to preserve their noble heritage and enhance their international stature. It also aims to further develop the global Arabian horse racing industry.

This marks the first time the race will be held in Hamburg in its new format, coinciding with the historic 156th edition of the German Derby. The move aligns with the strategic vision of the organising committee to stage the series at elite festivals and prominent racecourses, thereby reinforcing the legacy and global leadership of Arabian horse racing in line with the prestige of the President's Cup.

The 1,600-metre turf race is classified as a Group 2 event for horses aged four years and above, attracting top stables from Germany and across Europe, with a total prize purse of Euros 250,000. (ANI/WAM)

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Priya S
The prize money is impressive but I wonder how much of this actually benefits local breeders in UAE or if it's just for elite owners. Still, good to see cultural preservation efforts.
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Aman W
As someone from Rajasthan where horse culture is strong, I appreciate such initiatives. Maybe India should collaborate with UAE for equestrian events - our polo traditions are world famous!
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Sarah B
While the event sounds glamorous, I hope they're ensuring proper animal welfare standards. Horse racing can sometimes be cruel if not regulated properly.
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Kavya N
The cultural exchange through such events is wonderful. Reminds me of how horses connected civilizations throughout history - from Arab traders to Indian royalty.
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Vikram M
₹2.5 crore prize money! That's more than many Indian sports tournaments offer. Shows where priorities lie in different countries when it comes to sports funding.

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