Elite Champions Compete as 7th Edition of Saudi Cup Kicks Off with Record Prizes

 Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the seventh edition of the Saudi Cup 2026 started yesterday, drawing a massive global audience to witness the world’s most lucrative equestrian event.
 The opening evening featured eight high-stakes races showcasing elite international champion horses across various classifications.
 The excitement continues today, headlined by the prestigious Group 1 Saudi Cup, a 1,800-meter dirt race with a record-breaking $20 million purse. Today’s program also features the $500,000 Saudi international race, cementing the event’s status as the pinnacle of global thoroughbred racing and a key fixture in the international sporting calendar.