15 in fray for UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses race in Warsaw

The iconic Słuzewiec Racecourse in Warsaw, Poland, will host the 14th round of the 32nd edition of the UAE President’s Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses on Sunday.

The event will be held under the directives and support of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court.

This highly anticipated event represents one of the shining jewels of the international Arabian racing calendar and continues the UAE’s vision of celebrating and safeguarding the legacy of the Arabian horse, a symbol of pride, culture, and heritage across the Arab world.

Staged as part of the Central European Arabian Derby Festival, one of the most prestigious and widely followed racing occasions in Poland, the UAE President’s Cup not only highlights the excellence of Purebred Arabian horses on a global stage but also strengthens cultural and sporting ties between the UAE and Europe.

The race carries a prize purse of €200,000, richest prize for an Arabian race in Poland.

A full field of 15 elite Purebred Arabian contenders will go head-to-head in Warsaw, each bringing international pedigree and top-class riders to the starting gates.

Among the challengers is Wally, to be guided by jockey A. Turgaev, while Power Bolt will look to shine under the ride of J. Marien. France’s M. Forest partners the talented Katrain de Ghazal, with Polish jockey K. Grzybowski set to steer Menwaal Al Shahania.

Adding further intrigue, S. Vasyutov takes the reins aboard Al Dhahabi, while leading local jockey S. Mazur partners Love Me de la Cere.

The line-up also features Darckness Al Ashai with K. Dogdurbek Uulu, and Mahsoub, who will be ridden by E. Zamudin Uulu. Another strong contender, Elevation Al Maury, will be partnered by T. Roman, while Buhoor teams up with French rider G. Guedj-Gay.

Adding depth to the field, Lord de Bozouls will be guided by B. Kalysbek Uulu, and Elnizo will be ridden by S. Abaev. Completing the entries are Fajeed Ibn Majeed with S. Mura, the well-regarded Haseef under French jockey J.B. Eyquem, and finally, Moshakes Al Shahania, who will be partnered by K. Mazur.

Musallam Al Amri, member of the Higher Organizing Committee of the UAE President’s Cup Series, said: “Poland is one of the most important stops in the Cup’s European tour. It holds significant value for Arabian horse owners and breeders and enjoys strong public and media attention.

“The cup represents the UAE’s noble message to the world, highlighting our authentic heritage and our leadership’s dedication to preserving and elevating the Arabian horse globally.

“We are proud to continue this journey in Europe and commend the outstanding participation in the Polish race. The UAE President’s Cup has become a strong incentive for leading owners and stables worldwide to take part in this exceptional event,” he added.

The UAE President’s Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses was established by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan to promote and celebrate the Arabian horse globally, while highlighting its deep cultural significance to the UAE.

The series features 17 races staged across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the USA, and continues to be recognized as the oldest and most prestigious racing series for Purebred Arabians worldwide.

Following the Poland round, the series shifts its focus to North Africa, starting in Egypt on October 25 with a prize fund of Dhs500,000. The excitement continues just a day later in Libya on October 26, where the stakes rise with a remarkable Dhs1 million purse.

From there, the momentum carries into the Gulf region, building toward a dramatic conclusion. The season will reach its grand finale in Saudi Arabia on November 21, where the competition’s richest prize of Dhs1.5 million awaits, marking the ultimate highlight of the series.

The UAE President’s Cup continues to play a leading role in shaping the future of Arabian horse racing, as it not only preserves the rich heritage of the sport but also creates exceptional opportunities for breeders, trainers, and jockeys.