The Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue will become the permanent home of the Saudi Cup, one of the world's richest races, relocating from King Abdulaziz Racecourse to a 1.3 million square metre site framed by the Tuwaiq escarpment.
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The Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue will become the permanent home of the Saudi Cup, one of the world's richest races, relocating from King Abdulaziz Racecourse to a 1.3 million square metre site framed by the Tuwaiq escarpment. It is planned with the region's first straight-mile turf course, a 2,200 metre turf track and a 2,400 metre dirt track, and a 21,000-seat grandstand that can expand to 70,000 with temporary overlays. The programme adds an equine hospital, a 110 metre parade ring and nine restaurants by Michelin-recognised chefs. Taj Dhabi, part of Trojan Construction Group, won the roughly $1.1 billion construction contract. GFA is a TMW estimate from site area; pin is approximate.
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Frequently asked
Where is Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue located?
Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue is located in Riyadh, part of Qiddiya.
When will Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue be completed?
Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue is under construction.
Who is developing Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue?
Qiddiya Investment Company is the developer behind Qiddiya City Horse Racing Venue.