Dubai Racing Club has announced that races will be dedicated to honouring the frontline workers at government entities that served the country during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The next race meeting will be held at Meydan Racecourse on Thursday, 18 November.
The seven races will be named after government authorities including Dubai Police, General Directorate of Civil Defence, Dubai Health Authority, Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services and Government of Dubai Media Office.
The organisations will be recognised through LED screens at the Meydan Racecourse as well as on the race card.
A commemorative shield will also be given to the government entities when the trophies are given to the winners of the races.