Longines at the Dubai World Cup: A Legacy of Timekeeping and Equestrian Excellence
Longines continued its storied commitment to equestrian sport with its role as Official Partner, Timekeeper, and Watch of the Dubai World Cup, one of the most prestigious events on the global racing calendar. This partnership underscored the brand’s enduring dedication to tradition, precision, and sporting excellence.
Founded in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, in 1832, Longines is synonymous with timeless elegance and technical mastery. Its long-standing relationship with elite-level equestrian sports is rooted in shared values, tradition, elegance, performance, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. These values have shaped Longines' presence in show jumping, dressage, and flat racing across the world.
At the heart of this legacy was Longines’ continued support of the Dubai Racing Club, including partnerships across the Dubai Racing Carnival and, notably, the Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, a key highlight of the Dubai World Cup weekend. Held at Meydan Racecourse, the 2024 edition of the Sheema Classic was claimed by Godolphin’s Rebel’s Romance, trained by Charlie Appleby, adding another distinguished title to the horse’s international accolades.
Scheduled as the eighth race of the evening, the Longines Dubai Sheema Classic brought together some of the finest thoroughbreds from around the world, reinforcing the global prestige of the Dubai World Cup and cementing Longines’ role as a pillar in the world of horseracing.
