Hamdan bin Zayed to Patronize Abu Al Abyad 60ft Dhow Sailing Race in Abu Dhabi

Photo : Abu Dhabi Media Office 

Under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Hamdan bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, the Abu Al Abyad 60ft Dhow Sailing Race is set to take place in Abu Dhabi from October 5 to 6, 2024. Organized by the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, this prestigious event will feature a challenging route from Abu Al Abyad to the Abu Dhabi Breakwater, attracting both dhow owners and elite sailors.

Registration for the race is now open on the club's official website, with expectations of over 100 participating sailing dhows. The competition promises to be a highlight of the maritime calendar, offering more than AED 4 million in prizes to the winners.

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The Abu Al Abyad 60ft Dhow Sailing Race is a testament to the UAE leadership's ongoing commitment to supporting events that celebrate and preserve the nation's rich maritime heritage. It also aligns with the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club's vision to promote and maintain the UAE’s maritime traditions for future generations, ensuring that this important aspect of the country's culture remains vibrant and relevant.

As excitement builds for the race, participants and spectators alike are looking forward to a thrilling display of skill and tradition on the waters of Abu Dhabi, reinforcing the UAE's deep-rooted connection to its maritime heritage