Camel Cup Event_2024_EN

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24-27 April 2024 Location

We are pleased to invite you to attend AlUla Camel , held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Chairman of the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU).

In partnership with the Saudi Camel Racing Federation and the Ministry of Culture, AlUla Camel Cup returns for its second edition, from Wednesday April 24 to Saturday April 27. Prepare to witness the 'Pinnacle of Camel , a hotly anticipated showcase of speed, skill, and featuring top riders and the finest camels from across the region.

As we gather for this extraordinary occasion, we also celebrate Saudi Arabia's 'Year of the Camel' edition of the AlUla Camel Cup a limited one. The four-day event will be live from AlUla’s Mughayra Heritage Sports Village and feature several rounds of elite competition. This unique event is nestled in a destination steeped in rich sporting heritage, AlUla embodies the essence of tradition and culture. At the heart of this cultural tapestry lies the time-honoured tradition of camel racing, an ancient sport that has been revitalized to honour the Kingdom's heritage and celebrate its vibrant cultural.

The Saudi Camel Federation was established on February 9, 2018, and is headed by Prince Fahd bin Jalawi bin Abdulaziz bin Musaed.

The Federation seeks to support and consolidate our ancient Arab heritage and bring the level of camel racing to global standards, in line with Saudi Vision 2030. It is primarily responsible for the governance and management of camel racing, providing services to owners, and achieving the ideal environment for practising this sport.

The Saudi Camel Federation has organised a distinguished sports season that includes international races and festivals in several Saudi cities, with local, Arab and international participation, and the value of its prizes exceeding 180 million riyals.

CAMEL RACING SEASON 2023-2024

June-July 2023

September 2023

National Day Marathon

October - March 2023

Ministry of Sports Cup

August-September 2023

Crown Prince Camel

Custodian of the Two Holy

October 2023

Saudi Federation Cup

November 2023

Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee Cup

December 2023

King Abdulaziz Award for Camel Racing

February 2024

Hajan League Final

April 2024

AlUla Camel Cup

AlUla Camel Cup, in its second edition, comes at the end of the exceptional sporting season presented by the Saudi Camel Federation, with the participation of more than 500 elite camels that qualified from the strongest international festivals and tournaments of the season.

THE YEAR OF THE CAMEL 2024

A Year Dedicated to Celebrating the Camel and its Significance

The year 2024 has been designated as "the Year of The Camel" to honour the unique cultural value that camels hold in the lives of the inhabitants of the Arabian Peninsula, spanning from the dawn of history to the present day.

Camels served as a vital means of transportation across vast distances, navigating through the wilderness and alleviating the isolation of long journeys. Their enduring companionship has inspired countless poems, tales, and proverbs, while their steadfast loyalty to humans remains a perennial source of inspiration.

Today, camels continue to stand as a living legacy of authenticity and as a fundamental cultural element of Saudi identity.

RACE DAYS

24 April

Day 1 | MARATHON RACES

Jockey races for a total of 6 rounds of 5 (men) or 2 (women) kilometres distances

25 April

HAGAYEG AND LAGAYA

Featuring 2 "Hagayeg" races of 4 kilometres and 2 "Lagaya" races of 5 kilometres

26 April

Day 3 | JITHAA AND THANAYA

Enjoy 2 "Jithaa" races of 6 kilometres and 2 "Thanaya"races of 8 kilometres

27 April

Day 4 |

HEIL AND ZMOUL

The elite "Heil" and "Zmoul" races each have a distance of 8 kilometres

The AlUla Camel Cup, a four-day extravaganza of speed, skill and tradition, will take place from Wednesday, 24 April, to Saturday, 27 April, at the picturesque Mughayra Heritage Sports Village in AlUla.

Witnessing elite competition, features the marathon and Jockey races, showcasing jockeys' skill in guiding camels to victory.

continues with the Hagayeg and Lagaya races, known for their speed and intensity.

presents the Jithaa and Thanaya races testing both camel and rider's endurance.

concludes with the Hail and Zmoul races where competitors vie for glory in speed and agility.

The event runs daily from 2pm to 7pm, with races from 4pm to 6pm.

Attendees can enjoy the races live from the Premium Lounge, where gourmet bites will be served for a delightful experience, in addition to the Heritage Village grandstands.