المملكة: Under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques.. the start of the 2026 Saudi Cup horse racing championship on February 13 and 14

Under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud – may God protect him – the seventh edition of the Saudi Cup 2026 will be launched Horse racing, on Friday and Saturday, February 13 and 14, which is considered the largest equestrian event in the world, with financial prizes that are the highest in the world.

On this occasion, His Royal Highness Prince Bandar bin Khalid bin Faisal, Advisor to the Royal Court, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Equestrian Authority and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Horse Racing Club, extended the highest expressions of thanks and gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Honorary Chairman of the Horse Racing Club, And to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister – may God protect them – for their great and continuous support for this global event (the Saudi Cup), which enjoys the follow-up and attention of His Highness the Crown Prince, who has harnessed all capabilities for the sake of continuing his dazzling success, topping the global arena of horse racing until it has become an important station in the global racing calendar, and the focus of attention of senior owners, trainers and riders, hoping to be present in all its qualifying stations, all the way to the big evening. And the most expensive in the world, with the participation of elite champion horses from various countries of the world.

He said: "The Saudi Cup has become a prominent event and an icon of success in the Kingdom on several levels, and this year we are proud of what it has achieved The Cupof many developments and promotions in a group of accompanying rounds, and its international classification across the three major categories, thanks to God Almighty and then the fruits of unlimited support from the leadership, which contributed to the success of our strategic plans towards a strong global presence."

His Highness pointed out that the role of the Saudi Cup is not limited to racing only, but rather includes several cultural and commercial elements, in addition to fashion, traditional folk arts, and handicrafts. The cup has become a tool for introducing and attracting the history and culture of the Kingdom, and to its various regions, which are distinguished by their cultural and civilizational diversity.

He stressed that the generous sponsorship represents a source of pride and inspiration for all, and clear evidence of the leadership’s keenness and follow-up of everything that contributes to highlighting the culture of the Kingdom internally and externally.

His Highness stated that this year’s edition embodies inspiration and success; The world has become confident that when the Kingdom organizes any event or event, it presents a unique model that is told with pride, and is characterized by leadership and excellence, in order to achieve the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which enhances the Kingdom’s position on the international level, under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Highness the Crown Prince – may God support them -.

He thanked all the owners and trainers who were keen to participate by registering their horses in this year’s edition of the 2026 Saudi Cup, wishing Good luck and success to everyone in their participation.