RTA Warns Traffic Delay On Major Roads From 1pm Tomorrow

Commuters in Dubai are advised to plan their journeys ahead of time as traffic delays are expected across the city tomorrow. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has issued a statement warning drivers and motorists of delays as the Dubai World Cup kicks off tomorrow, March 25.

Here are the affected roads during Dubai World Cup 2023 held on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the Meydan Racecourse between 1:00 pm & 12:00 am midnight:
Al Meydan St.
Al Khail Rd.
Dubai-Al Ain Rd.
Please depart early & use alternative roads to reach your destination. #RTA

— RTA (@rta_dubai) March 24, 2023

Some tailbacks can be expected on key roads — including Al Meydan St., Al Khail Road., and Dubai-Al Ain Road — between 1pm and midnight.

Drivers and motorists are suggested to depart early and use alternative routes, the RTA stated. Dubai World Cup — which will be held at Meydan Racecourse — will see 126 horses from 12 countries compete for a total prize pool of $30.5 million.