Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, watched on Saturday the main 119km race of Dubai Crown Prince Endurance Cup Festival at Dubai International Endurance City. The finale, which was attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, drew more than 400 male and female riders from 20 countries. The festival featured four international rides each 119km for ladies, private stables, individuals and the Yamamah Endurance Cup for mares. Ghaith Abdul Wahed of M7 Stables won the 119km race. Organiser Dubai Equestrian Club said the weeklong festival is an important event on the Arab endurance calendar and draws inspiration from Sheikh Hamdan and his continuous efforts to help develop and grow the sport in the region. The Dubai Crown Prince Endurance Festival creates several opportunities for local and international athletes to succeed and challenge their own personal skills. Sheikh Mohammed also attended the <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/sport/horse-racing/matterhorn-in-dubai-world-cup-contention-following-al-maktoum-challenge-victory-at-meydan-1.989524">Super Saturday's exciting races at Meydan racecourse</a> in Dubai.