Sharjah’s Sir Bu Nair Dhow Sailing Race returns with Dh3 million prize pool
Dubai: More than 1,000 captains and sailors aboard 71 traditional dhows will compete for about Dh3 million in prizes when Sharjah stages the second edition of the 60-foot Sir Bu Nair Dhow Sailing Race on October 10. The race will cover 25 nautical miles from Al Hamriyah to Al Heera in Sharjah, bringing together traditional sailing competition and celebrations of the UAE’s maritime heritage. A…
Sharjah will host the second edition of the 60-foot Sir Bu Nair Dhow Sailing Race on October 10, with over 1,000 captains and sailors competing aboard 71 traditional dhows. The race will traverse 25 nautical miles from Al Hamriyah to Al Heera, celebrating the UAE's maritime heritage. Organized by the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority and the Sharjah International Marine Sports Club, the event will feature public events and activities.
The race also includes the Sir Bu Nair Challenge for Sharjah Government employees, offering Dh70,000 in prizes. Fifteen teams per day will compete, with winners receiving Dh40,000, Dh20,000, and Dh10,000. Registration for the challenge closes on October 4. The dhow race aims to preserve traditional sailing skills and the UAE's seafaring heritage, with organizers ensuring maritime safety along the course.
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