Mohammed Al Ahmad, director of Jebel Ali Racecourse, has confirmed that the partnership with Ireland's Curragh Racecourse represents an extension of a long history of cooperation with one of the most storied horse racing venues in the world, noting that the relationship reflects the vision of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum — the spiritual father of Jebel Ali Racecourse — in cementing the track's international presence and enhancing its standing on the global horse racing map.
Al Ahmad expressed his gratitude to Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for his unwavering support, stressing that this support has been the foundation for turning ideas and initiatives into reality, and has helped Jebel Ali Racecourse reach a standing that qualifies it to forge strategic partnerships with the world's leading venues. He also praised the role of senior management in supporting the development journey and realising its ambitions.
He explained that the partnership with Curragh Racecourse is not new, but rather stretches back years, and has helped build solid relations with Ireland's horse racing and equine industry. "Ireland is one of the most distinguished countries in the world of horse racing, and we are proud of this relationship, which has had a significant positive impact," he said. "We continuously work to strengthen Jebel Ali Racecourse's international presence and to highlight its history, experiences, and achievements in the world of horse racing and among leading racecourses globally."
He added that the racecourse's management continues to work on broadening the scope of international partnerships, in a way that facilitates the exchange of expertise and strengthens cooperation with global institutions, affirming that Jebel Ali Racecourse deserves to be a name among the world's foremost tracks and to feature at major events such as the Irish Derby Festival and other leading venues, given its long and distinguished history.