Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa Attends Thrilling 17th Horse Racing Event of the Season
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Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Authority of Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, and a member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, attended the 17th race of the 2024/2025 horse racing season at the club's track in Al Raffa.
The event featured intense competition for several prestigious titles, including the Bahrain Mile Cup, Porsche Cup, Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club Cup, Sakhir Cup, and the British Equestrian Club Cup.
The race was attended by several dignitaries, prominent figures, and representatives of sponsoring entities, along with a large audience of equestrian enthusiasts who enjoyed the thrilling atmosphere and fierce contests.
Following the races, the winners were crowned, with Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa presenting the Bahrain Mile Cup to owner Mohammed Khalid Abdulrahim. Tim Price, General Manager of Porsche Bahrain, awarded the Porsche Cup to owner Ibrahim Al Afoo, while Sophie Ebel, Director of Newmarket and International Racing Club, handed the British Equestrian Club Cup to owner Hussain Al Afoo.
Yousif Osama Buhiji, CEO of Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, presented the Sakhir Cup to winning trainer Yousif Taher and awarded the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club Cup to Shaikh Nader bin Mohammed bin Salman Al Khalifa.
The event saw nine exciting races, with horses from various stables vying for victory. Al Afoo Stables secured three wins, with the most significant triumph occurring in the ninth race.
Race Results:
First Race – Sakhir Cup (1,400m - Purebred Arabian Horses 'Waho')
The mare Saklawiya 1932, owned by Victorious Stable, clinched victory in a tight contest that was decided at the finish line.
Second Race – Handicap Race (1,600m - Local Production)
Mare Atlal from Al Muhammadiya Stable secured the win, ridden by jockey Hussein Asghar, who continues to shine in this season's apprentice races.
Third Race – Bahrain Mile Cup (1,600m - Grade 1 'Imported' Horses)
Horse Goman, owned by Mohammed Khalid Abdulrahim, lived up to expectations, claiming his third consecutive victory this season with a powerful final stretch run.
Fourth Race – Handicap Race (2,000m - Local Production)
Horse Lama Al Monti, from Victorious Stable, achieved his first win of the season.
Fifth Race – Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club Cup (2,000m - Grade 4 and Novice 'Imported' Horses)
Horse Qamaran from Al Muhammadiya Stable earned his maiden victory after a strong performance under the skilled riding of Hussein Asghar.
Sixth Race – Handicap Race (1,200m Straight - Local Production)
Horse Shaqardi, owned by Al Afoo Stable, claimed an impressive win, guided by jockey Fayez Martin, making his debut in Bahraini races.
Seventh Race – British Equestrian Club Cup (1,200m Straight - Handicap 'Imported' Horses)
Horse Nine Below Zero, from Al Afoo Stable, secured his second win of the season, outpacing Mare Catherine Far in the final meters.
Eighth Race – Maiden Race (1,000m - Local Production)
Horse Skip Goat, representing Al Adiyat Stable, dominated the race, securing his first career victory in only his second seasonal appearance.
Ninth and Final Race – Porsche Cup (1,000m - Category 2, Grade 1 'Imported' Horses)
Horse Qasim delivered an extraordinary performance under jockey Alberto Sanna, clinching a thrilling win by a neck over Horse Kasib in the final strides.
The 17th racing event of the season showcased remarkable talent and fierce competition, further solidifying Bahrain's reputation as a premier destination for equestrian sports.
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