Saudi Derby () is an international horse race held at
King Abdulaziz Racetrack in
Riyadh
Riyadh is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia. It is also the capital of the Riyadh Province and the centre of the Riyadh Governorate. Located on the eastern bank of Wadi Hanifa, the current form of the metropolis largely emerged in th ...
, Saudi Arabia.
Race details
The race was founded by the Saudi Arabia Jockey Club in 2020. It is currently run at 1,600 meters on dirt, only open to three-year-old thoroughbreds, with a prize money of 1.5 million USD.
Currently run as an undercard race on the
Saudi Cup Night.
History
* 2020 – Race was founded under the name "Samba Saudi Derby Cup".
* 2021 – Race name was changed to "Saudi Derby".
* 2022 –
IFHA promotes the race to
international grade 3.
* 2023 – A locally owned horse wins for the first time (Commissioner King).
Winners
* Record Time: 1:36.17 – Forever Young
See also
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Horses in Saudi Arabia
In Saudi Arabia, the horse is an integral part of both Culture of Saudi Arabia, culture and Sport in Saudi Arabia, sport. The country has become a major force in competitive riding, particularly show jumping, thanks to riders like Abdullah Al-Sh ...
References
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Racing Post
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Saudi Cup
Horse races in Saudi Arabia
Sports competitions in Riyadh
2020 establishments in Saudi Arabia
Horse races established in 2020