Azizi Developments Sponsors Dubai World Cup for 9th Consecutive Year

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Published March 29th, 2026 - 06:43 GMT

Azizi Developments Sponsors Dubai World Cup for 9th Consecutive Year

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, marks nine years of partnership with the Dubai World Cup (DWC) as the event reaches its 30th edition. The developer has backed the $1.5 million G1 Al Quoz Sprint, a 1,200-meter turf race, since 2017.

The Al Quoz Sprint has drawn champions from Australia, South Africa, Ireland, the USA, the UAE, and Hong Kong since it was added to the DWC card in 2010. In 2025, Believing - jockey William Buick, trainer George Boughey, and owners Mrs. Magnier, M. Tabor, D. Smith, and Resolute, claimed victory, reinforcing the race’s reputation as one of the most internationally competitive sprints on the calendar.

Mr. Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments, presented the trophy to the winning connections of Native Approach (UAE), ridden by jockey Connor Beasley. The partnership reflects Azizi's broader commitment to initiatives that strengthen Dubai's position as a global destination, complementing the developer's role in shaping the city’s-built environment with investment in its cultural and sporting landscape.

Mr. Farhad Azizi, Group CEO of Azizi Group, said: "Nine years as pillar partners of the Dubai World Cup is a milestone we take pride in, particularly given how deeply equestrianism is interwoven with this country’s cultural heritage and identity. Hosting an event of this scale reflects what the emirate does best: setting a global standard for excellence, which is the same principle that underpins how we approach development."

Established in 1996 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the DWC remains one of the most prestigious sporting events in the world. Azizi's nine-year involvement underscores its belief in the platforms that elevate Dubai on the international stage.

Background Information

Azizi Developments

Although the foundation stones of the present-day Azizi Group were laid in 1989, it was in 2007 when the towering presence of Azizi Developments first began to take shape. Mirwais Azizi was driven to design homes and communities inspired by modern urban living. But at the heart, it was about giving back to a city that had offered him and his family a place of peace and security. He set a vision for the future without losing sight of the past, ensuring he stays within client budgets, but goes beyond the norm to create the best possible living experience for people. Today, Azizi Developments reflects the aspirations of a wide spectrum of lifestyle seekers. This means a permanent dedication to understanding and meeting clients' aspirations, developing distinctive homes that set the standard in contemporary building design and offering an unparalleled level of customer service. It's about unlocking a new lifestyle for the curious and ambitious, setting the ideal platform to live, work and play – and building communities that bring people closer.