No Spectators at Dubai World Cup Due to COVID-19
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Photo: Dubai Racing Club/Erika Rasmussen
Meydan Racecourse
The Dubai World Cup Presented by Emirates Airline (G1) program March 27 at Meydan Racecourse will be hosted without spectators and tickets will not be sold due to COVID-19, officials announced March 11. The event remains open to limited horse connections, racing officials, accredited media, and sponsors.
All races will be contested and regulated in a standard fashion and results will be recorded in an official capacity.
In line with United Arab Emirates government regulations, Dubai Racing Club will follow strict health and safety measures, including full sanitization, thermal screening of attendees, and social distancing.
The track encourages fans to monitor the day's festivities on its social media platforms via @DubaiWorldCup and at MeydanRacing on its YouTube channel.
Last year's Dubai World Cup card was canceled due to the onset of the pandemic.