The Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan International Endurance Festival is set to kick off on Thursday at the Bou Theib Endurance Village in Al Khatem. 250 male and female jockeys from the UAE and other countries will compete in 4 races over 3 days for a total of Dh600000 in prizes.
The event is held under the patronage of Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and President of Emirates Heritage Club. The winner of the main 3-leg 240km ride which will be spread over 3 days will receive Dh100000 in cash and the Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Endurance Cup.
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