Kuwait city: The UAE Falcons Federation has announced Kuwait as the host for the first edition of the Emirates Falcons International Cup, scheduled from December 4th to 7th. The announcement was made during a visit by a delegation from the UAE Falcons Federation to Kuwait, where they met with Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, Kuwait's Minister of Information, Culture, and Minister of State for Youth Affairs. The delegation was led by Rashid bin Markhan, Secretary General of the International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing, and the UAE Falcons Federation. It also included board member Abdulaziz Al Ali and UAE Ambassador to Kuwait, Dr. Matar Hamed Al Neyadi.
According to Emirates News Agency, the competition will feature seven races for young falcons, comprising four main races, one special race, and a final Cup race for the top five falcons from each main race. Winners will receive a total of AED500,000 in prizes.
The Emirates Falcons International Cup, launched in August as an international falconry championship, is set to be held annually across various continents. The event aims to elevate falconry and associated sports on the global sporting scene, uphold the highest standards of the sport, and consolidate the UAE's position as a leading destination for falconry. It also seeks to promote and preserve falconry's rich heritage through innovative strategies.