Dubai ‘Ride With Police’ returns on November 14 after attracting 1,200 participants in first round

Dubai: Dubai Police have announced that the second round of the second edition of their popular community cycling initiative, Ride With Police, will take place on November 14, 2026, coinciding with the tenth edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge (30×30). The announcement follows the success of the first round, held on Saturday, October 24, which brought together 1,200 participants from different age groups and backgrounds, generated 3 million social media views and recorded an impressive 97.4% participant satisfaction rate. Official announcement The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Cycling Hub at the Dubai Police Officers Club in Al Jaddaf. The committee emphasised that Ride With Police also supports Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for sports and tourism. The conference was attended by Captain Yousuf Mirza Al Hammadi, Director of the Dubai Police Cycling Team; Captain Saeed Abdullah Al Marri, Member of the Dubai Police Cycling Team Committee; Issa Mohammed Sharif Al Marzouqi, Director of the Sports Events Department at Dubai Sports Council; First Lieutenant Abdulaziz Al Hammadi; and several officers, media representatives, sponsors and strategic partners. The organising committee highlighted the remarkable success of the first round and reaffirmed Dubai Police’s commitment to supporting sporting initiatives that improve quality of life, encourage active lifestyles and contribute to the health, safety and happiness of the community. The committee emphasised that Ride With Police also supports Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for sports and tourism. The initiative aligns with the Dubai Sports Plan 2033, launched by Dubai Sports Council, which aims to triple the number of people regularly participating in sports across the emirate, reaching 2.6 million by 2033. First round attracts 1,200 participants During the press conference, the organising committee revealed detailed participation figures from the first round. A total of 1,262 people registered for the initiative, comprising 837 cyclists and 425 accompanying individuals. The event attracted 1,200 participants representing 35 teams. According to the committee, 33.7% of participants were from Asian nationalities, 25.7% from Arab nationalities, 4% from European and American nationalities, and 1.2% from African nationalities. Men accounted for 73% of participants, while women represented 27%, reflecting the initiative’s appeal across different segments of the community. Participants competed across four age categories: 18 to 25, 25 to 35, 35 to 45, and 46 to 55 years. The average participant age was 36.5 years. 3 Million Views and 97.4% Satisfaction The first round also achieved significant digital engagement, attracting widespread attention across social media platforms. According to figures announced by the organising committee, content related to the initiative generated 3 million views, while 86.9% of recorded sentiment towards the event was positive. The initiative’s social media content reached 236,000 readers and generated 12,834 interactions, including 3,306 on the day of the event. Another 4,705 interactions were recorded on 20 October, when registration opened, demonstrating strong public interest even before the ride took place. The committee also announced that a satisfaction survey conducted through the official Team Dubai Police Instagram account recorded a 97.4% satisfaction rate, highlighting the positive response to the event and the overall participant experience. Bringing police and the community together through sport Ride With Police welcomes both amateur and professional cyclists, including men and women, providing an opportunity to enjoy cycling in a safe, professionally organised environment that accommodates different experience levels. The initiative combines physical activity, teamwork and community engagement, creating an inclusive sporting experience for participants of varying abilities. A key feature is the participation of pro Team Dubai Police cyclists alongside community members, allowing riders to interact directly with the team, exchange experiences and benefit from their sporting expertise. The organising committee emphasised that such initiatives strengthen relationships between Dubai Police and the wider community, positioning sport as a powerful means of bringing people together and encouraging healthier lifestyles. Part of a wider cycling programme Ride With Police forms part of Dubai Police’s cycling events programme for the 2026 season, which features 14 races over eight months. The programme is organised in cooperation with the UAE Cycling Federation and Dubai Sports Council, reflecting a shared commitment to developing cycling, promoting community participation and strengthening Dubai’s sporting culture.