For the next three weeks, Emirates will once again claim its premiere position with horse racing in Australia, by showcasing its commitment to the sport as the major sponsor of the Australian Jockey Club’s 2009 Autumn Racing Carnival at Royal Randwick in Sydney.
The Carnival begins this Saturday with the David Jones Australian Derby Day, featuring five Group races, including the Emirates Carbine’s Club Stakes and the Emirates Chairman’s Handicap.The Emirates Doncaster Day on Saturday, 18th April features two of Australia’s most prestigious races; The Emirates Doncaster Mile and the Patinack Farm AJC Oaks. The Carnival concludes on 25th April with the Schweppes Sydney Cup Day, featuring the Emirates Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
Off the track Emirates will once again be the premier social venue, hosting Sydney’s social set, VIP guests and media, bringing its world renowned first class experience to an opulent Austrian themed marquee.
As Emirates continues to celebrate its successful Sydney – Dubai – Vienna route, the team behind the airline’s always impressive Royal Randwick Carnival hospitality has created a venue, inspired by the ornate beauty, culture and charm of Austria.
The marquee will mirror the famous cafe Vienna and once inside guests will feel as if they are walking in the footsteps of the famous “Waltz King” Johann Strauss, experiencing the renowned artist in a gold-plated, life-size statuesque form, the only one of its kind in the world.
The Emirates marquee will feature elaborate red cascading floral arrangements, elegant Austrian furnishings, crystal chandeliers adorned with Swarovski crystals and will host some of Australia’s biggest name celebrities.
Richard Vaughan, Emirates’ Divisional Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations Worldwide, said: “Emirates is once again proud to be associated with the Australian Jockey Club’s Royal Randwick Carnival; it is just one of the high profile events that we are involved in which demonstrates our strong commitment to Australia and horse racing globally.
“This year’s marquee has been designed to reflect Emirates’ reputation for world-class quality, luxury, service and style. With its elegant façade, beautiful light-filled interior and attention to detail, the Emirates marquee is a royal experience.
“We look forward to welcoming guests to the Emirates Marquee which will reflect the standard provided to guests choosing to fly Emirates. They’ll also enjoy watching some of the world’s finest racing on the track from a premier position.”
