Session 3

Marketing: Major Racing Carnivals

February 10, 2026

Organisers of major racing carnivals around the world will convene in a panel discussion to explore how impactful event activation can enhance fan engagement and broaden audience appeal, with a focus on innovative strategies and key learnings for enhancing the fan experience at these iconic racing occasions.

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Speakers

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Speakers

Andrew Harding

Secretary General, Asian Racing Federation

Executive Director, Racing, The Hong Kong Jockey Club

HE Ali Abdulrahman Al Ali

Board Member & CEO, Dubai Racing Club

Mohamed Al Ahmed

General Manager, Jebel Ali Racecourse

HRH Princess Nourah Al-Faisal

Designer, Entrepreneur and Industry Leader

Felicity Barnard

Chief Executive Officer, Ascot Racecourse

William C Carstanjen

Chief Executive Officer, Churchill Downs Incorporated

Kylie Rogers

Chief Executive Officer, Victoria Racing Club

Panellist

HRH Princess Nourah Al-Faisal
HRH Princess Nourah Al-Faisal
Designer, Entrepreneur and Industry Leader