(Saudi Tourism) -
Horse racing is held at The King Abdulaziz Track located near the King
Khalid International Airport at Janadriyah 40km north east of Riyadh. The
facilities are of international standards with a grandstand accommodating 5,000
race-goers.
The racing season runs from late September until April, with
races taking place on Friday afternoons extending into the evening under
floodlights.
The Equestrian Club of Riyadh is responsible for the conduct
of thoroughbred horse racing at its 2 racetracks in Riyadh and Taif.
Founded in 1385H (1965), racing took place until recently at
the town track in Malaz, Riyadh.