Dubai to Host Louis Vuitton Race

The global sailing spotlight will be back in Dubai as the esteemed Louis Vuitton Race, which is just second to the America’s Cup is coming in November. Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) will be the venue for this prestigious sporting event with support of Emirates Airlines. It will start from November 13 to 28. The Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airlines and Chairman of DIMC, Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said, “This is a real coup for Dubai. We are honoured to be part of this fantastic event which has rapidly emerged as a renowned spectacle of sport followed by millions around the world.” He further added, “Emirates is no stranger to sailing having been involved with Emirates Team New Zealand for the past six years. We are also looking forward to welcoming our very own Emirates Team New Zealand back to these shores and, having won the Louis Vuitton Pacific Series in Auckland last year, confidence will be high coming into this event. It is exciting to be strengthening our commitment to the sport further.”

The CEO of DIMC and President of the UAE Marine Sports Federation, Saeed Harib which is hosting the race is pleased for the growth of the sport in the region. he is focused in organizing the best sailing race ever. The CEO and Chairman of Louis Vuitton, Yves Carcelle said, “Louis Vuitton has been present in Dubai for more than 10 years. In 2010, we are thrilled to maintain this relationship through a great sailing event. Dubai deserves an event of this category because Emirates Airlines has been behind sailing for the last few years. We are really thrilled at their support for the arrival of Louis Vuitton Trophy to Dubai.”

The Louis Vuitton Trophy is split into five day rounds followed by semi finals and then finals. This event will mark the starting of the Sea Dubai Water sports Festival.