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Alistair Cohen takes up duties in Dubai

October 3, 2021
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In another prestige international acknowledgement for South African horseracing, the country’s leading young commentator Alistair Cohen will be taking up a post with the Emirates Racing Authority later this month.

In a media release issued early on Saturday, the ERA announced the appointment of Cohen as their English language race caller for the 2021/22 season.

Dubai has become the destination of choice for a diverse variety of international stars from all corners of the globe and the total prize money for the racing season exceeds $40 million.

A highlight of Alistair’s stint will be the Dubai World Cup, which includes a card of six Gr 1 and three Gr2 contests on 26 March 2022. Prize money has been enhanced to a value of $30,5 million with all races run for at least $1 million.

In an exclusive interview with the Sporting Post, the 30 year old expressed his excitement for the move.

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