Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier sports and leisure hub developed by Modon, will organise the second edition of the Hudayriyat Dragon Boat Race this weekend.
This action-packed event, on Saturday (Jan 27) and Sunday (Jan 28) at Marsana, Hudayriyat Island, follows the immense success of the Hudayriyat Dragon Boat Race’s first series last year, organisers said.
With the participation of 78 registered teams and 1,474 individuals, the first series made a major splash. It also brought together 4,500 spectators to observe the clash of paddles of professional and amateur dragon boaters.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Marsana’s shores, the event will feature 200-m water races spanning six categories: Open, Mixed, Women, Corporate, Community, and Schools/Universities. Each category competes in heats, semi-finals, and ultimately the finals.
Dragon boat racing, an ancient tradition hailing from China, exemplifies the beauty of embracing diverse cultures, fosters team spirit, and promotes a healthy and active lifestyle. The sport has a well-established presence in the region with a dedicated community of enthusiasts from diverse nationalities, who have cultivated strong connections through numerous national and international events over the years, the organisers said.
Entry for the event, from 6 am to 6 pm, is free. -TradeArabia News Service
