With the much publicised Dubai financial woes, ever wondered what the future of UAE horse racing will look like?
Well according to an article by Leslie Wilson Jr, and Aya Lowe of the Gulf News, that question was answered in emphatic style on Tuesday when representatives of the media were taken on a breath-taking tour of the iconic Meydan racecourse and hospitality facilities.
The flagship new racecourse will stage its first meeting in six weeks' time with the opening of the Dubai International Racing Carnival, but you could almost feel a buzz of excitement building as hundreds of workers were briskly putting the finishing touches to the magnificent Meydan Grandstand, which has the capacity to accommodate over 60,000 spirited racegoers.
It was a crisp, winter morning with the sun shimmering on the racecourse district which is spread over 67 million square feet and was the perfect start to an all-encompassing excursion of Dubai's newest sporting and business venture.
Media thanked
"We are thankful for the support and interest that the members of the media have shown us since the inception of Meydan and are therefore delighted to give them a first-ever glimpse of the magnificent facilities that will set the stage for the most exciting racing season leading up to the 15th Dubai World Cup next year," said Saeed Al Tayer, CEO of Meydan.
"The project is on track and we are as excited as you are to witness racing at this fantastic new venue."
Jaws dropped and onlookers exchanged superlatives by the dozen at the sight of the Meydan Grandstand, which is the world's largest at 1.6km long and features a spectacular, giant cantilevered crescent-shaped roof comprising solar and titanium panels that accentuate the structure's technologically advanced design.
One of the highlights of the Meydan Grandstand is the rooftop Bubble Lounge, which is a late addition to the design and can accommodate 4,500 people. Click here to read the full article...
Well according to an article by Leslie Wilson Jr, and Aya Lowe of the Gulf News, that question was answered in emphatic style on Tuesday when representatives of the media were taken on a breath-taking tour of the iconic Meydan racecourse and hospitality facilities.
The flagship new racecourse will stage its first meeting in six weeks' time with the opening of the Dubai International Racing Carnival, but you could almost feel a buzz of excitement building as hundreds of workers were briskly putting the finishing touches to the magnificent Meydan Grandstand, which has the capacity to accommodate over 60,000 spirited racegoers.
It was a crisp, winter morning with the sun shimmering on the racecourse district which is spread over 67 million square feet and was the perfect start to an all-encompassing excursion of Dubai's newest sporting and business venture.
Media thanked
"We are thankful for the support and interest that the members of the media have shown us since the inception of Meydan and are therefore delighted to give them a first-ever glimpse of the magnificent facilities that will set the stage for the most exciting racing season leading up to the 15th Dubai World Cup next year," said Saeed Al Tayer, CEO of Meydan.
"The project is on track and we are as excited as you are to witness racing at this fantastic new venue."
Jaws dropped and onlookers exchanged superlatives by the dozen at the sight of the Meydan Grandstand, which is the world's largest at 1.6km long and features a spectacular, giant cantilevered crescent-shaped roof comprising solar and titanium panels that accentuate the structure's technologically advanced design.
One of the highlights of the Meydan Grandstand is the rooftop Bubble Lounge, which is a late addition to the design and can accommodate 4,500 people. Click here to read the full article...
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