Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club
| Location | Abu Dhabi |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 24°26′25″N 54°22′40″E / 24.440255°N 54.3778351°ECoordinates: 24°26′25″N 54°22′40″E / 24.440255°N 54.3778351°E |
| Date opened | 1990 |
| Race type | Thoroughbred, Arab - Flat racing |
| Course type | Turf |
| Notable races | Abu Dhabi Championship |
| Official website | |
Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is a racecourse for flat racing located in Abu Dhabi.
History[]
The President of Abu Dhabi, Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan founded a riding club in 1976 and had a grass track for private racing of Arab horses laid down in 1980. Public racing began in 1991 and the track was expanded and modernised three years later. In 2011 a new grandstand was opened, providing seating for 5000 spectators.[1]
Description[]
Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club has a 2000-metre right-handed grass track with a 400-metre straight. The course also has a synthetic fibresand training track.[2]
Major races[]
Group 3[]
| Race Name | Dist. (m) | Surface | Age/Sex |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi Championship | 2,200 | Turf | 4yo+ |
Listed races[]
| Race Name | Dist. (m) | Surface | Age/Sex |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,400 | Turf | 4yo+ | |
| 1,600 | Turf | 3yo+ |
External links[]
References[]
- ^ "Abu Dhabi". Emirates Racing Authority.
- ^ "The Track at Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club". Emirates Racing Authority.
- ^ "UAE races, IFHA Blue Book" (PDF).
Categories:
- Horse racing venues in the United Arab Emirates
- Sports venues completed in 1991
- Sports venues in Abu Dhabi
- 1991 establishments in the United Arab Emirates