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Dr. Mohammed Essa Al Adhab, the Executive Director of Dubai Racing Club, expressed his happiness at the support provided by Emaar, a globally renowned real estate developer, for the newly-revamped Dubai Racing Carnival. During a press conference held at Meydan Racecourse to promote the upcoming 'Festive Friday' event, which is one of the biggest days of the Dubai racing season, Dr. Al Adhab welcomed Mr. Ahmed Al Matrooshi, an Executive Board Member of Emaar Properties, and expressed his gratitude for the company's sponsorship of the inaugural fixture, which is one of the main highlights of the racing calendar at Dubai's most iconic track.
“Emaar is a huge part of the landscape of Dubai and a growing brand in luxury developments across the world,” said Dr. Al Adhab. “Their stunning Burj Khalifa is one of the most iconic buildings on the planet and highly visible from Meydan Racecourse.
“We are looking forward to welcoming the Emaar team and their guests to Meydan Racecourse and thank them for their support of this exciting new race meeting.” On the partnership with the DRC, Mr. Al Matrooshi said: “Emaar takes great pride in our partnership with the Dubai Racing Club to host the ‘Festive Friday’ evening.
We are thrilled to contribute to this remarkable sporting event. Reaffirming our commitment to enhancing the Dubai World experience, we blend top-tier sports with exceptional hospitality. “We eagerly anticipate this distinctive event that embodies our dedication to creating unforgettable experiences, further elevating Dubai’s stature as a premier global destination.”
Emaar boasts an impressive portfolio that includes some of the world's most iconic and tallest structures such as the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Mall, which is the world's most visited mall and a popular lifestyle destination, and the Dubai Fountain, which is the largest performing fountain globally. Their expertise extends to various sectors such as hospitality, entertainment, and commercial, both domestically and internationally. They have developed various residential areas, including Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Dubai Hills Estate, The Oasis, and many others, showcasing their commitment to delivering comprehensive, high-quality developments.
At the conference, UAE trainer Bhupat Seemar was present, along with his Danish counterpart Soren Jensen, who announced himself on the Middle East stage after Good Fortune recorded a landmark victory in the rain while capturing the Zabeel Turf on a damp night in January, defying all odds in the process.
The 5YO is returning to Dubai, and Jensen is optimistic that he can again punch above his weight. "He last ran at Longchamp in October, and the winner of the race, Iresine, went on to contest the Japan Cup. Junko, who was third, has since won a Hong Kong Group One, so the form looks good, and Good Fortune was only beaten eight lengths," said Jensen. "I think he is a better horse this year than last, plus he is a little lower in the ratings which gives us a chance. Let us hope it rains again before he runs in January!" For his part, Seemar will enjoy plenty of representation on an enthralling Festive Friday card.
Although Dubai Creek Mile winner Al Nefud is being saved for targets in the New Year, Zabeel Stables will saddle the ever-youthful Secret Ambition, an honourable third to his illustrious stablemate last time, while Royal Mews also lines up to form a two-prsonged attack on the strongly fancied Isolate. The "very, very high-class" Western Symphony joins new acquisition Walk Of Stars in The Entisar, with Antonio Fresu flying in to ride the latter. "Godolphin thought Walk Of Stars was good enough to run in the Epsom Derby as a 3YO, so he is a very exciting horse to have," reveals Seemar.