Seventh edition of Saudi Cup 2026 opens under King Salman’s patronage
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Riyadh, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the seventh edition of the Saudi Cup 2026 opened on Friday, February 13, drawing a global audience to the Kingdom’s premier equestrian event.
The opening evening featured eight high-stakes races showcasing elite international champion horses across various classifications.
On Saturday, February 14, the program continues with the Group 1 Saudi Cup, an 1,800-meter dirt race with a $20 million purse, and the $500,000 Saudi International race, confirming the event’s status as a key fixture in the international thoroughbred racing calendar.


