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DIMC receives appreciation from the UIM for the success of XCAT race

29 December 2021

Dubai International Marine Club received a letter of appreciation from the UIM (Union Internationale Motonautique ) for the organization success achieved by the final round of the XCAT World Powerboat Championship 2021- Dubai Grand Prix that concluded on 9-11th of December on Sunrise Beach with the participation of 12 boats with 24 drivers from all over the world. 

Thomas Kurth, the Secretary-General of the UIM sent a message of thanks to the Board of Directors of Dubai International Marine Club, local organizer of the event for hosting it in 3 consecutive days in Al Shorooq Beach also known as "Sunrise Beach" that showcase the stunning cityscape of Dubai featuring the Dubai Water Canal and the Burj Khalifa. 

In Gala Dinner held after the race attended by Dr. Raffaele Chiulli, President of UIM wherein he praises the club's effort in organizing such an amusing event. 

It is worth noting that the final round of the XCAT World Powerboat Championship was dominated by Dubai Police 3 led by the duo Arif Al Zaffain and Nadir Bin Hendi who has been crowned as the 2021 World Champion. And remarkably, the club was able to make the boat parade in Dubai Water Canal for the first time showcasing the Jumeirah side towards the Business Bay area.