Top thoroughbreds and jockeys from around the globe will be seen in action this weekend as the Saudi Cup 2025 gets underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Established in 2020, it is regarded as the world’s richest horse race.
The sixth edition of the event will take place on Friday and Saturday at the King Abdulaziz Racetrack. Last year saw American horse Senor Buscador owned by Sharaf Al Hariri win the race and earn a whopping $10 million as prize money.
Hong Kong superstar Romantic Warrior is one of the front-runners in a loaded field for the 2025 event.
The track features a dirt surface and a 2,400-meter oval layout, designed to accommodate high-speed racing. It boasts state-of-the-art facilities and has become a major hub for global horse racing.
We simply cannot wait for the action to begin, and if you’re along for the ride too, The Sporting News has you covered.
The 2025 Saudi Cup race will be a two-day event at the King Abdulaziz Racetrack, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and gets underway this year at 8:35 a.m. ET on Friday, February 21. The next day will see proceedings begin at 7:00 a.m. ET on Saturday, February 22.
Fans can follow the Saudi Cup race 2025action live on Fox Sports and FanDuel Sports Network. FanDuel is also available on Fubo.
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The overall tournament prize pool has increased to $38.1 million compared to $37.6 million in 2024. However, the prize pool for the main event remains $20 million.
The winner will receive $10 million, while the runner up receives $3.5 million, and third place gets $2 million.
| Position | Prize money |
| 1st | $10 million |
| 2nd | $3.5 million |
| 3rd | $2 million |
| 4th | $1.5 million |
| 5th | $1 million |
| 6th | $600,000 |
| 7th | $500,000 |
| 8th | $400,000 |
| 9th | $300,000 |
| 10th | $200,000 |
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