AlUla, March 04, 2023, SPA -- The competitions of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques International Endurance Cup 2023 kicked off today in its 4th edition. The competitions are being hosted by the Royal Commission for AlUla Governorate, in partnership with the Saudi Arabia Equestrian Federation and under the supervision of the International Federation for Equestrian Sports. Representing 40 countries, 200 men and women jockeys from around the world compete to travel a distance of 120 km across the desert and the historical landmarks of AlUla Governorate. The competition is divided into four stages: the 1st, covering 38.2 km, the 2nd over 32.1 km distance, the 3rd of 27.3 km, and the 4th over 22.4 km. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques International Endurance Cup 2023 is one of the most important tournaments in this sport; it is highly commended by the International Federation for Equestrian Sports. --SPA 13:34 LOCAL TIME 10:34 GMT 0004 www.spa.gov.sa/w1864341