Dubai Jebel Ali Racecourse marked it’s 25th anniversary celebrations at a well-attended gala at the Emirates Tower’s Godolphin Ballroom with several pillar partners reiterating their continued support to the popular ‘family-style’ racecourse.
The annual season-ending event allowed the venue’s organiser’s to personally thank the partners who have contributed to Jebel Ali Racecourse staging another successful racing season in it’s landmark year.
Following the advice and directions of Maj Gen Shaikh Ahmad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Head of Dubai Police and Public Security, the track which is famous for it’s steep, uphill finish, was constructed in 1990 and held its first official race meetings two years later.
Shareef Al Halawani, Manager, Jebel Ali Racecourse, expressed his thanks to all the sponsors, supporters and racing fans, on behalf of Shaikh Ahmad saying: “I want to thank every single person who has contributed to the success of Jebel Ali Racecourse.
“Without you we could not have accomplished what we have during the past season, and since the racecourse was set-up in the early nineties.
“We appreciate each of our sponsors, well-wishers and racing fans.
The gala was well-attended by an array of dignitaries, sponsors, supporters, guests, volunteers, members, staff and media.
It was an apt way to celebrate another great racing season which was interspersed with race meetings at the UAE’s four other racecourses at Meydan, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Al Ain.
Jebel Ali Racecourse management worked tirelessly to provide patrons with the highest quality racing, entertainment and facilities.
Much of this is due to the support and commitment of the racecourse’s principal patron, Shaikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance
Mirza Al Sayegh, the Director of Shaikh Hamdan’s Office, and who has been a key link between Shaikh Hamdan and the racecourse, chose the occasion to also extend his appreciation to everyone involved.
“Shaikh Hamdan is grateful to our sponsors, racecourse management and staff, patrons and all racegoers who patronise our weekend races,” he said during his speech. “Because of their involvement, Jebel Ali racing continues to be very successful.
Shaikh Hamdan himself, has exciting plans for the future and has pledged to continue his support to racing at Jebel Ali Racecourse during the next season through Shadwell, his breeding operation.
“Thank you all again, and warmest wishes.”
The gala was also attended by representatives of Jebel Ali Racecourse sponsors including Al Shafar Group, Commercial Bank of Dubai, Arabian Scandinavian Insurance Co, Creech Inc, STS, Romeo Interiors and Ardmore Trading.
