Shell, which is the main sponsor of camel racing in Qatar, indicated that the 2023 camel racing season, which culminated in the main race of His Highness, was the best ever. Misfer Al-Budaiwi of Shell, Vice President of Pearl GTL said: "Every year I look forward to the main race of His Highness the Emir’s sword, and this year has proven to be one of the best. I commend the professionalism of the Camel Racing Organizing Committee for organizing an exciting and well-executed festival. Shell is proud to support this culturally significant sport in Qatar, which showcases the richness of Qatari culture". Qatar Shell contributes to a variety of social and cultural activities in Qatar and recognizes the importance of preserving the country’s heritage. Misfer continued: "Our participation in this race is just one of the many initiatives supported by Shell, either through sponsorship or social networking, which makes me proud to be a Qatari and to work for a company that supports and preserves our heritage". HH The Emir’s main race – the most prestigious race of the year – was held at Al Shahaniya Camel Racecourse on March 16, with the winner receiving HH The Emir’s sword.
Shell: We are proud to sponsor and support camel racing
by Arab Desk
October 4, 2025

Arab Desk
The Arab Desk leads The Eastern Herald's reporting on the Middle East and North Africa. The desk has covered the Gaza-Israel war since October 2023, the Iran-Israel war of 2025-2026, the fall of the Assad government in Syria, Hezbollah's political and military shifts in Lebanon, the war in Yemen, and the diplomatic realignment of the Gulf states under the Abraham Accords and the Saudi-Iranian rapprochement.
