Riyadh Racing Season Opens October 16 with Record SAR236.3 Million in Prize Money
RIYADH, October 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The 2026–2027 Riyadh Racing Season opens on October 16 at King Abdulaziz Racecourse, with total prize money of SAR236.3 million, the largest purse in the season’s history.
The programme runs for 24 weeks through April 17, 2027, with racing on Fridays and Saturdays. It includes 50 race meetings, 569 races and 52 major racing cups.
Thoroughbreds account for 465 races, while 104 are allocated to Arabian horses. The schedule also includes 35 races on turf.
The Saudi Cup will be among the season’s main events, bringing international competition to the Riyadh calendar.
Beyond the track, King Abdulaziz Racecourse will host cultural, community and entertainment activities for families and visitors of different ages.
The Riyadh opening follows the recent conclusion of the Taif racing season.
Source: SPA.
