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Robot Riders in Camel Racing
Who knew that camel racing would evolve into such a high-tech spectacle? In Dubai, remote-controlled robots have replaced human jockeys, thus rewriting the regulations. This change was motivated by a desire to prevent the exploitation of children.
Both Qatar and the UAE have banned human jockeys to protect the safety of young riders. Not to worry, though, since the races are just as exciting as ever, thanks to the robots steering the camels to victory. You won’t find a better combination of tradition and innovation anywhere else.
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