The roars of the XCAT engine rises today as they returned to Jumeirah beach for the Dubai Grand Prix, the second & final round of the 2021 UIM XCAT World Powerboat Championship organized by Dubai International Marine Club starting today, Wednesday until Saturday with the participation of 12 boats that will compete for the season title.
The registration and technical scrutineering will take place today as well as the free practice for the team to get to know the racecourse and track wherein the lap reaches 3.5 nautical miles and the long lap will be 4 nautical miles.
Rashid Thani Al Aail , Board Member of DIMC, Chairman of the Sports Committee, and Vice Chairman of the Organizing Committee welcomed all the participants in this global event as they returned after a year of hiatus brought by the pandemic. This event marks the continuos role of the club in organizing and hosting an international race.
He said that all preparations have been completed by the club prior to the start of the RACE 1 tomorrow, Thursday in which will attract the public to watch and tune in for the upcoming stages of the race.
He pointed out that the venue of the race came across the selection of showcasing the stunning skyline of the Emirates that is near to the Dubai Water Canal and next to the Sunrise Beach in Jumeirah. The racecourse will be around the World Island next to Sunset & Kite Beach.
Invitation to the public
The Chairman of Sports Committee humbly invites everyone to come and witness the race that is set to conclude this weekend from Thursday - Saturday with the thrilling race to the finals. He also pointed out the UAE to support the countries representative in the race such as the Victory 7, Dubai Police 3 , Abu Dhabi 4 and Abu Dhabi 5
Timetable
Thursday, 09 December
• 10:00-11:15 - Official Practice
• 11:30 - 12:00 - Pole Position
• 15:30 - Canal Boat Parade
Friday,10 December
• 10:00 - 11:00 - Official Practice
• 14:30 - RACE 1 Start (After Finish: Prize Giving )
Saturday ,11 December
• 10:00 - 11:15 - Official Practice
• 11:30 - 12:00 - Pole Position
• 15:00 - RACE 2 Start (After Finish : Prize Giving )
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