Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club to organise sailing race

The Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club has announced that it will host the Abu Al Abyad Dhow Sailing Race for the 60ft category next Saturday, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region.

This race marks the second round in the club's traditional racing programme for the current season, which aims to preserve the UAE’s rich maritime heritage.

Registration for the race is now open via the club’s official website, with updated participation conditions and regulations based on positive feedback from previous races.

Prizes have been allocated for the winners and top finishers, and the race's starting location and distance will be determined based on weather conditions, with the dhows sailing towards the finish line near the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club on the Abu Dhabi Corniche.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support of the UAE’s leadership in preserving heritage sports, particularly maritime traditions. He praised the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, highlighting its significance for both participants and spectators.

He added, "The 60ft dhow sailing races are the most prestigious category, attracting the most skilled captains and sailors. These races symbolise the great challenges faced by seafarers and celebrate the heroic voyages of our ancestors."

The Abu Al Abyad Race remains a highlight of the season’s calendar, known for its significant participation and competitive spirit.