On August 18, 2025, EC Markets brought together an exclusive circle of partners, traders, and business leaders for a private evening in Dubai that combined sport, networking, and opportunity. With World Snooker Champion Judd Trump as the guest of honor, the event at the One&Only One Za’abeel’s Club 53 Lounge offered more than just hospitality, it created a setting where excellence on the snooker table met precision in trading, and where meaningful connections were formed against the backdrop of Dubai’s iconic skyline.
Judd Trump takes the spotlight in Dubai
When World Snooker Champion Judd Trump stepped into the Club 53 Lounge at Dubai’s One&Only One Za’abeel, the atmosphere shifted immediately. For the select group of guests invited by EC Markets, it was more than a chance to meet a sporting legend, it was the centerpiece of an evening built around inspiration, opportunity, and connection.
Why EC Markets hosted the evening
For EC Markets, the evening was about more than celebrating a sponsorship. By hosting a private gathering with Trump as the headline guest, the company created an environment where partners, traders, and business leaders could come together in a way that was both personal and memorable.
Rather than a large public showcase, the event was deliberately intimate. It was designed to ensure that every conversation mattered, every introduction carried weight, and every guest left feeling part of something special.
The networking opportunity
Throughout the night, conversations flowed easily. Traders exchanged strategies, business leaders shared insights, and new relationships began to form. Trump’s presence acted as the perfect bridge, his story of discipline and success gave guests a shared topic that went beyond markets and into the realm of excellence itself.
EC Markets positioned the evening as an opportunity: an opportunity to connect, to strengthen partnerships, and to explore new ideas in a relaxed but refined atmosphere.
Inside the venue
The setting played its part. Club 53, with its sweeping views of the Dubai skyline, offered both privacy and prestige. Guests were welcomed with warm hospitality and had the chance to enjoy fine dining and drinks while looking out across one of the world’s most iconic cities.
Every detail, from the lighting to the layout, reinforced the sense that this was not just an event but an experience, crafted carefully to leave a lasting impression.
A champion’s perspective
The highlight came when Trump himself spoke, reflecting on the evening:
“Many thanks to everyone at EC Markets for hosting such a remarkable event at the One&Only. Being part of such a refined and intimate gathering made it a truly memorable experience, which I deeply appreciated.”
His words captured what many guests felt, that this was not simply about snooker or sponsorship, but about shared values, precision, and connection.
Shared values: sport and trading
Trump’s career is defined by precision, focus, and timing, the same principles that guide trading. By aligning with him, EC Markets signaled its commitment to excellence and discipline. The evening became a living example of how sport and trading, though different in form, share the same foundation.
More than an evening, a lasting impression
As the night drew to a close, guests departed with more than memories of meeting a world champion. They carried with them new connections, fresh opportunities, and the inspiration of seeing EC Markets’ values come alive in an unforgettable setting.
It was not just an event hosted in Dubai. It was a statement: that EC Markets is committed to creating experiences where community, excellence, and opportunity meet.
