Saudi women demonstrated their excellence and resilience in camel racing, competing alongside 22 female racers from 11 countries. Their achievements in the #AlUlaCamelCup fill us with pride and celebration.

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In sporting events, the Camels are known as 'Al-Hijan' and are highly regarded for their strength, agility, speed, endurance, and responsiveness to training.

These traits have been a source of pride for Arabs throughout history.

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#GoodEvening from the Heritage Village at the #AlUla CamelCup . A unique venue to enjoy Saudi traditions and learn about the richness of the camel on the occasion of the celebration of the International Year of Camelides.
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Greetings from Alula, where I'm delighted to attend the #AlUlaCamelCup . An impressive event, perfectly organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla, bringing together the world's top-performing camels. Congratulations to the winners!
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Delighted to meet again my friend Ziad AlSuhaibani | زياد السحيباني, Director of the Sports Department at the Royal Commission for #AlUla , on the occasion of the #AlUla CamelCup, the world championship of camel racing. Congratulations on the success of this unique event!
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History was made on day one of the #AlUla CamelCup , as Rima Al-Harbi, the first-ever Saudi female race winner claimed glory. Not only that, she hails from #AlUla ! This stunning achievement sets the benchmark for what promises to be three more thrilling days of non-stop action,

#PHOTOS : After four fierce days of competition, the second annual #AlUlaCamelCup ended with the prize pool for Saturday’s two concluding races amounting to SR24 million ($6.4 million) Saudi Camel Racing Federation Ministry of Sport arab.news/gx9rs

The #AlUlaCamelCup showcased diverse cultural activities in the village of Mughayra, dedicated to heritage sports, drawing visitors from all walks of life throughout the tournament.

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In #AlUla , the ancient rock engravings depict camels as symbols of a rich cultural heritage, embodying a significant aspect of the arts and culture. This rich legacy persists today through numerous traditional sports, including the #AlUla CamelCup.
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During the #AlUla CamelCup , #AlUla FM 's Joshua caught up with Grammy-winning artist Swizz Beatz, who shared his excitement about being present in #AlUla and seeing his camels participate in this prestigious event.

Find the full interview here: bit.ly/3xZ6l8I

The highly anticipated #AlUla CamelCup celebrates the legacy and sporting prowess of the ‘ships of the desert’. Deepening #AlUla ’s position as the premier home for heritage sports, it provides participants and spectators with 4 days of thrilling races and life-long memories.

In line with the #YearOfTheCamel 2024, the #AlUlaCamelCup pays tribute to our rich heritage through a series of diverse events that strengthen our historical bond with it, spanning thousands of years.

During the #AlUla CamelCup , We spoke with Austrian Ambassador, Dr. Oskar Wüstinger, who shared his excitement at seeing the races and the opportunity to experience #AlUla 's diverse cultural offerings.

Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel.

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The partnership between الهيئة الملكية لمحافظة العلا and الاتحاد السعودي للهجن makes the #AlUlaCamelCup a unique opportunity to promote camel racing in AlUla and promote AlUla as a home of heritage sports.

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Over 600 of the region’s finest racing camels and over 200 owners have arrived at Mugheira Village as #AlUla prepares to host this weekend's latest exciting edition of the #AlUla CamelCup.

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The pinnacle of Saudi Arabian camel racing is underway and you have till tomorrow to join the spectacle and see who take home our mesmerising trophies.

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On Day 1 of the #AlUlaCamelCup , #AlUlaFM host Joshua spoke with Prince Fahd bin Jalawi, Chairman of Saudi Camel Sports, to discuss this historic event where female riders graced the tracks for the very first time.

Watch the full interview here:

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Under the patronage of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, #AlUlaCamelCup winners were awarded by Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef, Minister of Interior, in Mughira village in AlUla.

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At the #AlUlaCamelCup , our host Joshua chatted with Hala, one of the female racers at the event. She shared her journey into camel racing and expressed her excitement at being part of this historic occasion. Watch the full interview here: rb.gy/0fl8x4#TheSoun…