On Sunday, the beaches of Dubai will witness a major sporting event with the launching of the 60ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race  - Heat 1 which is organized by the club under the ongoing season 2021-2022. 

This year (2022) the 60ft Dhow Race celebrates its 30th years since its launching date in 1993 during the third edition of the Al Gaffal Long Distance Race (from Sir Bu Na'air Island to Dubai Coast).