Competitors from 51 nations will take part in the event’s fifth edition starting Feb. 10 ALULA: The fifth edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Endurance Cup in AlUla will have 200 riders from 51 countries competing from Feb. 10. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The Endurance Cup has been organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla in partnership with the Federation Equestre Internationale, and the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation. The upcoming edition will have the largest prize money for an endurance event and features some of the world’s finest riders, horses and trainers. “We eagerly anticipate the arrival of a stellar lineup of talents for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Endurance Cup — a lineup that solidifies both its popularity and prestige,” said Ziad Al-Suhaibani, chief sports officer at the RCU. “The success of this event extends beyond regional acclaim, resonating on the global endurance circuit. With immense excitement, we look forward to hosting one of the most thrilling and action-packed Endurance Cups to date. Audiences are assured of two days of awe-inspiring displays of endurance and sporting excellence.” The race will host the top 20 endurance riders in the FEI world rankings alongside a host of professional female riders and other elite performers from the GCC and further afield. On Saturday, Feb. 10, 200 riders from 51 countries — including five from AlUla — will engage in a challenging 120 km CEI 2 competition with the Custodian of The Two Holy Mosques’ Endurance Cup awaiting the winner. The following day, 67 riders — including one from AlUla — will compete in an additional 160 km CEI 3 competition that will serve as a prelude to the 2026 FEI World Endurance Championships in AlUla. Women make up nearly 20 percent of the 200 riders in the 2024 edition.