Al-ula Is Preparing To Host The Custodian Of The Two Holy Mosques International Endurance Cup

Al-Ula: Al-Watan The Royal Commission for Al-Ula Governorate, in partnership with the Saudi Equestrian Federation and under the supervision of the International Equestrian Federation, hosts 200 of the best male and female riders in endurance races in the world, to participate in the fourth edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques International Endurance Cup 2023, the prestigious race Which extends a total length of 120 km and is scheduled to be held in the historic Al-Ula Governorate on March 4, 2023 The race track, which is one of the most prominent sporting events in the Al-Ula Moments calendar for the year 2023, will display the stunning landscapes, natural beauty and historical splendor of Al-Ula.

Male and female riders join this endurance race from more than 40 countries, highlighting the global nature of the event The winning rider of the 2022 race, Federico Verber, will return from Uruguay to defend his title, while his compatriot Andres Rivero will be hoping for a better result after finishing second last year.

France's Margot Chazelle, who finished third last year, will lead a strong representation of female jockeys, along with compatriot Camille Collomb, to compete in a tournament that attracts the world's best equestrian champions Philip Jones, Head of Tourism Sector at the Royal Commission for AlUla, said: “The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup is one of the most iconic events in the AlUla Moments calendar, and we believe that AlUla provides the perfect setting for such a prestigious and world-class tournament.

region, and this event will provide the residents of Al-Ula with a connection between their history and contemporary time ” This event is also an important path for development and community participation, as four local riders will represent Al-Ula Governorate in this race, wearing the official Al-Ula uniform, while more than 40 residents of Al-Ula will participate in various roles such as supervision and veterinary assistance, after being selected from a group of It includes more than 80 young men and women who underwent a rigorous training program in cooperation with the Saudi Equestrian Federation before the tournament.

In confirmation of the commitment of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup 2023 to the empowerment of women, 30% of the participants in the training program were female Jones added: “We have many wonderful facilities and history in Al-Ula Governorate, and perhaps events like this come together to show our excellence in equestrianism, and we look forward to welcoming a group of the best male and female riders from around the region and the world to compete in one of the most powerful endurance races.

” The FEI-certified, 2-star (CEI 2*) international tournament will take place over the weekend of March 3rd and 4th in a specially built desert arena, in the midst of the beautiful landscape of the Equestrian Village, and close to the Hegra area, the site The first Saudi to be included in the UNESCO World Heritage List Male and female jockeys and their horses undergo rigorous screening and testing protocols.

A set of tickets are available to attend the race day, with the ability to choose between general tickets (at a price of 50 Saudi riyals) and Saqlawiya cabin tickets (at a price of 150 Saudi riyals, including food and drinks) It is noteworthy that the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques International Endurance Cup 2023 is one of the most prominent sporting events in the Al-Ula Moments calendar, which includes the Saudi Cycling Tour (which was held from January 30 to February 3) and the Al-Ula Trail Race (held from February 23 to 24).

) <.