Individuals Detained Over Robot Jockeys
January 20, 2011:
It has been reported that police in Dubai have detained three individuals on suspicion that they have produced and sold 'robot jockeys' which are designed to emit electric shocks to camels in order fo
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$3.8 Billion Racing Complex Planned
April 21, 2010:
The Meydan Group, developers of the world’s biggest racing complex in Dubai, has now turned its attention to China. The group has announced a 10-year plan to build a 'horse city,' with a spectacularly designed track, international equestrian college, horse breeding centre, auction base
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Sheikh Hamdan Banned 10 Months
August 17, 2009:
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed al Maktoum, the crown prince of Dubai, has been slapped with a 10-month ban from riding in endurance races after one of his horses tested posit
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Builders Say $1.3B Dubai Race Course Deal Nixed
January 6, 2009:
Companies building the centerpiece of a prominent Dubai race course said Tuesday the original $1.25 billion contract has been cancelled
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