Saudi Cup
| Location | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| Inaugurated | 2020[1] |
| Race type | Thoroughbred - Flat racing |
| Race information | |
| Distance | 1,800 meters |
| Surface | Dirt |
| Track | King Abdulaziz Racetrack |
| Purse | $20,000,000 1st:$10,000,000 |
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| Maximum Security | Midnight Bisou | Benbatl |
The Saudi Cup is an international horse race held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Racetrack. The first edition of the race was held on February 29, 2020, the most valuable horse race ever held.[2] It was won by American horse, Maximum Security, ridden by Luis Saez.
Race Details
The race is notable for its $20,000,000 prize pool,[3] which makes it the most lucrative event in horse racing.[4]
The race is planned to be held four weeks after the Pegasus World Cup and four weeks before the Dubai World Cup, making it possible for horses in those races to compete.[3]
Winners
| Year | Winner | Age | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Maximum Security | 4 | Luis Saez | Jason Servis | Gary L & Mary E West, Mrs J Magnier, M Tabor & D Smith | 1:50.59 |
Other undercard races
- Neom Turf Cup - turf 2,100m
- Saudia Sprint - dirt 1,200m
- 1351 Sprint - turf 1,351m
- Saudi Derby - dirt 1,600m
- Red Sea Turf Handicap - turf 3,200m
References
- ^ "THE WORLD'S MOST VALUABLE HORSE RACE". Retrieved 26 January 2020.
- ^ "In 2020, Saudi Arabia Set to Stage Record $20M Horse Race". Retrieved 26 January 2020.
- ^ a b "Saudi Arabia to stage world's richest race in 2020". Retrieved 26 January 2020.
- ^ "Saudi Cup Draws 140 Nominations, Including 32 Individual Group/Grade 1 Winners". Retrieved 26 January 2020.