In the presence and patronage of Mohammed bin Rashid.. The Ladder Championship organizes a race at the Court of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai for elite riders

In the presence and patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, “may God protect him,” the Private Office of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai organized, today, Sunday, the His Highness the Ruler of Dubai’s Court race for the men’s elite category, with great success, strong technical levels, and wide participation. As part of the activities of the ninth edition of the Ladder Cycling Championship, the largest of its kind for community races in the world in terms of diversity and financial prizes..

The start of the race came in a festive atmosphere in front of the building of the Court of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, in the historic Al Fahidi neighborhood, and special arrangements were made by the Supreme Organizing Committee for the race, which started in front of an edifice with a historical extension in the civilization of the Emirate of Dubai..

In the presence of His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Director General of the Court of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, His Excellency Omair bin Juma Al Falasi, Director General of the Private Office of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Supreme Committee, gave the starting signal for the race..

The start ceremony of the race was also attended by His Excellency Issa Al Mutaiwi, Deputy General Director of the Court of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council, and members of the Supreme Organizing Committee of the Ladder Cycling Championship..

The participating riders painted the most beautiful competition paintings that combined sports and the prominent cultural landmarks of the Emirate of Dubai, along the track, which extended for 193 kilometers, passing through a group of the most prominent landmarks of Dubai, including the old building of Dubai Customs, the Ministry of Defence, the Dubai Creek area, Al Saif Street, and Creek Park. Mohammed bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dubai Frame, Zabeel Park, Al Mustaqbal Street, Dubai World Trade Centre, Emirates Towers, Museum of the Future, and the Future Tower. Rashid, and Zabeel Palace, while the conclusion came in the Al Marmoum Natural Reserve area.

His Excellency Omair bin Juma Al Falasi, Director General of the Private Office of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, Chairman of the Supreme Committee, and His Excellency Issa Al Mutaiwee, Deputy General and Director General of the Court of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, crowned the winners at the conclusion of the race..

The first place in the singles category was won by Matvez Juvecar from the Shabab Al Ahly Omniyat team, Tim Wellens from the My Wash team came in second place, and Abdullah Jassim from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs team came in third place..

At the team level, the Shabab Al-Ahly Omniyat team won first place, the General Administration of Residency and Foreigners Affairs team came in second place, and the My Wash team came in third place..

Tariq Al Balushi from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs team won in the over 40 years category.

His Excellency Omair bin Juma Al Falasi thanked the Court of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai for participating in this race and hosting the launch celebration of this historic race, stressing his keenness to cooperate with government agencies to enhance national gains and introduce generations to our great heritage, the history of Dubai, the stations it has passed through, and the journey of their Highnesses. The sheikhs who led this renaissance and brought Dubai to the ranks of the best cities in the world.

Al Falasi expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the participating riders and teams, which was reflected in the strength of the competitions, and the splendor of the levels, which reflect the size of the development that the Ladder Championship contributes to in encouraging society to practice sports and adopt a healthier, more active and happier lifestyle. He also thanked the strategic partners, namely Dubai Police and Dubai Municipality. The Roads and Transport Authority, the Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Sports Channel, the Emirates Cycling Federation (general referee), and the Dubai Film Company..

The ninth session of the Ladder Championship is scheduled to continue with the desert race on February 9, 2025, and the women’s race on February 16, 2025..