60ft Dhow boats are preparing to sail again off the shores of Dubai this Saturday in the third round of the 2025 Championship, organized by the Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) as part of the current season.

DIMC has begun early preparations and arrangements to host the much-anticipated race, which brings together sailing enthusiasts striving for excellence and leadership in marine competitions. The club has announced the opening of registration and is currently accepting applications to participate in the race through its electronic portal. Registration will remain open daily until next Friday, the deadline for submissions, after which the list of participating ships will be announced in preparation for the launch on Saturday.

Mohammed Al Marri, Director of the Sports Affairs Department at DIMC, expressed his appreciation for the role of success partners, including government departments and national institutions, in supporting the club’s activities and ensuring the safety of participants in all events.

Al Marri emphasized that the organizing committee is diligently working to ensure the success of the highly anticipated event, which serves as the penultimate round in the 60ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race. This race is also a preparatory round for the 34th edition of the Al Gaffal event.

He added that the committee is closely monitoring weather forecasts this week to ensure the race is conducted under optimal conditions, prioritizing the safety and security of all participants and support units.

The Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race (60ft) in the current season consists of four rounds. Two rounds were held last year, with the third round scheduled for this Saturday and the final round taking place during the 34th edition of the Al Gaffal Race in May.

DIMC successfully organized the first two rounds of the Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race (60ft). The crew of the ship Atlas 12 emerged as champions in the first round, while the crew of Zilzal 25 claimed victory in the second round.