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"The first stage of the 33rd edition of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses kicked off in Tunisia’s capital, Tunis, on Sunday. The historic UAE President’s Cup, which has been running for over three decades, features nineteen international stops across four continents - and prize money exceeding AED 20 million. Footage from the Qais Al-Saeed racetrack shows horses racing along the track, with enthusiastic crowds and traditional celebrations, as well as the winners being crowned. Faisal Al Rahmani, president of the International Federation of Arabian Horse Racing Authorities, said that “this race and the Emirati–Tunisian festival is a major event—a great day with a large audience." "These are the fruits of strong partnerships," he added. Meanwhile, Shaimaa Bejjawi, a member of the race’s organising committee, said she was delighted by "the very high level of organisation for this major horse racing celebration," noting that “between each race, there is a break to celebrate Tunisian heritage.” The opening race saw 14 horses from elite Arabian horse stables in Tunisia and North Africa, competing over a distance of 2,000 meters on a sand track.” "
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