Mohammed welcomes world champions to Dubai World Cup 2013

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum welcomed contestants of the 18th Edition of the world?s richest horse race, Dubai World Cup 2013.

In a foreword that appeared in the Dubai World Cup official magazine, Sheikh Mohammed said that the event has become, by far, the most iconic horse race in the world ever since the American champion Cigar won the first edition of the Dubai World Cup in 1996.

“The Dubai World Cup has gained worldwide fame attracting elites of champions each year from around the globe, to race at Meydan Racecourse, which have rivaled the most famous international horserace tracks hosting the event for the fourth consecutive year in Dubai.

In 2012, Monterosso won the US$10-million-in-prizes race presenting the UAE its first win since 2006. This year, I would like to take the opportunity to welcome the international contestants and wish horse owners, trainers and jockeys all the best.