Abu Dhabi, Jan. 6th, 2006 (WAM) - Sheikh sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan,Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of Emirates Heritage Club attendedhere today an endurance race, as part of the Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed ChallengeCup.

The race, considered the longest in terms of distance and time,is being competed by prominent figures, including King Tuanku Mizan ZainalAbidin of Malaysia, Sheikh Hazza bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Sheikh Khalid binSultan Al Nahyan, Sheikha Midya bint Hasher Al Maktoum, in addition tonational and foreign riders.