# Traditional sporting events in Taif

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/traditional-sporting-events-in-taif
> Updated: 2026-09-27T07:12:55.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Taif is hosting major traditional equestrian and heritage sporting events. The 2026 Taif horse racing season recently concluded at the King Khalid Equestrian Field, featuring a total prize pool of 6.2 million riyals across 22 final races. Notable winners included ‘Sahab Al-Riyadh’ in the King Faisal Cup and ‘Mashhour’ in the National Day Cup.

Following the horse racing season, Taif is set to host the sixth Saudi Camel Federation Cup 2026. Under the patronage of Prince Khalid Al-Faisal, this five-day event will involve participants from Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. The competition will consist of 129 rounds and include the introduction of 12 individual beauty trophies for specific camel colors. The tournament is intended to preserve cultural heritage and support Saudi Vision 2030 goals.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: Taif to host sixth Saudi Camel Federation Cup

The sixth Saudi Camel Federation Cup will be held in Taif over five days, featuring 129 racing rounds and new beauty competitions for various camel colors under the patronage of Prince Khalid Al-Faisal.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taif-to-host-sixth-saudi-camel-federation-cup

### 2026-09-26: Taif horse racing season concludes with 6.2 million riyal prize pool

The 2026 Taif horse racing season concluded at King Khalid Equestrian Field, featuring 22 races and 6.2 million riyals in prizes, with ‘Sahab Al-Riyadh’ and ‘Waten Sun’ among the top winners.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taif-horse-racing-season-concludes-with-62-million-riyal-prize-pool

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