The Royal Commission of Al-Ula Province, in partnership with the Saudi Equestrian Federation and under the supervision of the International Equestrian Federation, is hosting 200 men and women in endurance racing from 40 countries to compete in the fourth edition of the Guardian International Cup of Endurance Racing Two Holy Mosques 2023 on the course 120 km will take place on March 4 in the historical province of Al-Ula. scenery, natural and historical beauty, and proximity to the Al Hijr area, which is the first Saudi site to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Philip Jones, Head of Al-Ula Provincial Royal Commission’s Tourism Sector, explained that the championship is one of the most famous events in Al-Ula’s calendar of moments and the most notable sporting event that spans the province. wear the official Al-Ula uniform while more than 40 residents of Al-Ula will be involved in various roles such as supervision and veterinary care after being selected from a group of over 80 young people who have completed a rigorous program training in cooperation with the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation before the tournament, 30% of which are women.
Jones drew attention to the wonderful and historic facilities that abound in Al-Ula Governorate, so events like this sporting event will showcase Al-Ula’s excellence in equestrianism and look forward to seeing a group of top men and women. riders from all over the region and the world will take part in one of the most powerful endurance races as an international championship. It is FEI approved and rated two stars, and participating jockeys and their horses are carefully selected and tested. standards.