Eid Al Fitr Festival gallops into action at Rashid Equestrian Club
A Festive Weekend of Racing and Joy
Building on the excitement of the Ramadan night races, the club is continuing its tradition of combining thrilling sport with national celebration. This year's Eid Al Fitr Festival is set to create an electrifying atmosphere, drawing racing fans, families, and holiday-goers alike for a weekend brimming with festive spirit. As the horses race to the finish line, the crowd will be treated to vibrant celebrations, all set against the backdrop of Bahrain's Eid festivities.
High Stakes and Fierce Competition
Over two days, 17 races will unfold, featuring some of the finest horse racing talent from across the region. The festival will see a host of prestigious cups up for grabs, including the Late Shaikh Rashid Bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Cup, Majid Rashid Al Zayani Cup, Abdulla Ahmed Nass Cup, Applied Science University Cup, Sarens Nass Cup, and the Royal Golf Club Cup. Each race promises to bring intense competition, with top-tier stables from Bahrain and beyond vying for victory.
Key Races to Watch
The action kicks off tomorrow at 5:30 PM with the Majid Rashid Al Zayani Cup, a 2,000-meter race for imported horses with a prize pool of BD4,000. This highly anticipated event will feature six top contenders, representing leading stables like Victorious, Al Khaldiya, Al Mohamediya Racing, Al Afoo Racing, and Al Mallah Racing.
Alongside this, the Late Shaikh Rashid Bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Cup for imported horses and the REHC Cup for local breeds will also take center stage, with each offering BD3,000 in prize money. These races are sure to highlight some of the best equine talent in the region.
On Friday, the festival continues with a full slate of eight races, including the feature race— the Late Mr Abdulla Ahmed Nass Cup. This 1,400-meter challenge for imported horses boasts an impressive BD10,000 in prize money and a strong field of 10 runners. Leading stables such as Victorious, Al Mohamediya, Al Afoo, and Al Adiyat Racing will compete for the coveted prize.
Additionally, the Sarens Nass Cup and the Royal Golf Club Cup, both for imported horses, will offer BD4,000 in winnings, while the Applied Science University Cup rounds out the day's events with a BD3,000 prize for the imported horses taking part.
A Festival to Remember Whether you're in it for the race-day excitement, the cultural celebrations, or simply to enjoy the thrill of the sport, the Eid Al Fitr Festival at Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club promises to be a weekend to remember. With world-class races, fantastic prize money, and a festive atmosphere, it's an event you won't want to miss.
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