France Galop Establishes International Partnership with Dubai Racing Club

In a shared ambition to strengthen ties between major racing institutions on a global scale, France Galop is pleased to announce the launch of a strategic partnership with Dubai Racing Club, organisers and hosts of the Dubai Racing Carnival and Dubai World Cup, at Meydan Racecourse, and a major player in the racing industry in Dubai.

This collaboration reflects a mutual openness to international cooperation and a joint commitment to promoting the prestige of flat racing. The partnership will take shape for the first time on Saturday, 9 August in Deauville, where Dubai Racing Club will lend its name to the Prix de Reux, a prestigious Group 3 staying race run over 2,500 metres, and one of the highlights of the summer meeting.

In return, France Galop will be represented at Meydan for the Group 3 Dubawi Stakes, scheduled on Friday, 2 January. This race serves as a key trial for the Group 1 Dubai Golden Shaheen, one of the standout events on the prestigious Dubai World Cup card.

Through this partnership, France Galop reaffirms its commitment to developing international relations and promoting key fixtures of its racing calendar on the global stage.

Henri Pouret, Deputy CEO of France Galop stated:
“This partnership between France Galop and the Dubai Racing Club reflects our mutual commitment to strengthening ties with major international racing institutions. By combining our expertise through two high-level events, in Deauville and Meydan, we jointly reaffirm our dedication to promoting the international influence of Thoroughbred racing. This collaboration allows us to share our values and helps showcase the French racing industry, renowned for its excellence on the global stage.”

Ali Al Ali, CEO & Board Member of Dubai Racing Club, said:
“We are honoured to partner with France Galop in this exciting new venture. Our upcoming visit to Deauville and their presence at Meydan during the Dubai Racing Carnival reflect our mutual commitment to the advancement of international racing. Our leadership encourages us to look ahead and engage globally, and this partnership is a proud reflection of that vision.”

Erwan Charpy, Head of Racing Operations & International Relations at Dubai Racing Club, added: 
“Thoroughbred racing is inherently international, and this partnership with France Galop strengthens the ties between the UAE and France. We share common values centred on horse welfare, sporting integrity, and world-class entertainment. We’ve witnessed many French successes in Dubai in recent years, and equally enjoy watching our runners compete on French soil during the summer.”