Dubai Sports

JANUARY
Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon
Watch world-famous athletes battle it out at the richest long-distance running event in history with prize-money of UsD 1,000,000, including a winner’s cheque of UsD 250,000 for both men and women.

Dubai International Sailing Week
Sponsored by the Dubai international Marine Club (DiMC), sailing Week takes full advantage of Dubai’s beautiful coastal location. The event takes place at the Creek, a natural sea-water inlet which dominates daily life as the centre of the city. Although you must be a member of a marine club to participate, you will marvel at the prowess and skill of the multi-national crews of all ages taking part. Don’t miss this exciting series of races!

The Abu Dhabi Golf Championship
Fully sanctioned by The European Tour and the UAE Golf Association with a UsD 2 million prize fund, the championship is planned to showcase an intriguing, star-studded international player line-up.

FEBRUARY
Dubai Desert Classic
This annual event, held at the Emirates Golf Club, is now one of the most popular golf tournaments in the European tour, with many of the world’s leading golfers returning annually to battle it out on what is generally regarded as the best golf course in the Middle East, for its generous prize money.

MARCH
Dubai World Cup
The world’s richest horse race, with a UsD$ 6 million prize ensures the annual presence of the world’s best racehorses, jockeys and trainers. The action takes place at the Nad Al Sheba racecourse, where state-of the-art facilities and a superb track provide race goers with a unique and atmospheric venue to enjoy some of the international calendar’s highest quality racing.

The Dubai Tennis Championships
Dubai Duty Free Men’s & Women’s open Championships annually feature the world’s top ranking tennis players. Enjoy world-class tennis getting up close and personal with your favourite tennis champions in this intimate and exciting venue.

APRIL
Dubai Masters Football Cup
The ever-popular Masters Football Cup returns to Dubai bringing four of the top UK teams from the UK circuit.

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
Dubai Rugby Sevens
A sporting institution in Dubai, the Emirates rugby sevens never fails to provide entertainment for the whole family. 16 international teams compete over three days for the prestigious trophy. Accompanied by various other shows and events designed to keep the tournament fun, local teams also battle it out for ultimate glory - a fast and furious introduction in this exciting sport.