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Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Gears Up to Host Asian Youth Games in October
TDT | Manama His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, chaired the sixth meeting of the Olympic Committee Board of Directors on Monday. At the beginning of the meeting, HH Shaikh Khalid warmly welcomed the members and praised the achievements of Bahrain's sports federations during the first half of 2025. He also expressed pride in the 46-year journey of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, highlighting its many successes and contributions to sports in the Kingdom. During the session, several key topics were discussed. These included the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting, the administrative report for 2024, and updates on Bahrain's international sports participation plans for 2025 and 2026. Preparations for hosting the 3rd Asian Youth Games, scheduled to take place in Bahrain from October 22 to 31, 2025, were also reviewed. The meeting touched on the Committee's ongoing preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. HH Shaikh Khalid emphasized the importance of training athletes to compete at the highest level and focusing on new sports disciplines to increase Bahrain's chances of winning medals in future editions of the Games. Additionally, the members reviewed the latest developments regarding the establishment of an International Center of Excellence and a Regional Aquatic Sports Office, in collaboration with GFH Financial Group. They also reflected on Bahrain's successful hosting of the FIBA Congress and Hall of Fame Ceremony held last month. Progress updates from the Bahrain Olympic Academy were presented, and HH Shaikh Khalid tasked Shaikha Dr. Hessa bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Board Member and Chair of the Gender Equality Committee, with coordinating certified administrative programs with the International Olympic Academy. These initiatives aim to improve the skills of sports administrators in local clubs and federations. Other discussions included updates on the National Center for Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation and proposed changes to the Olympic Committee's administrative structure. The Board was also briefed on Bahrain's preparations to host the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) meetings from November 10 to 14, 2025. Discussions were held on supporting Gulf candidates in international sports positions and the approval of the new logo for the GCC Sports Arbitration Authority. The meeting concluded with the endorsement of the 2024–2028 strategic plan of the Equality Committee, including its vision, mission, and core values. HH Shaikh Khalid wished the committee continued success in its future initiatives.
Rhyl Journal
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
My Cloud pencilled in for step up in Summer Mile
Trained by Roger Varian for KHK Racing, the Blue Point colt took the one-mile handicap by three-quarters of a length having won another contest over the same course and distance in April. He has clearly taken a liking to the track at Ascot, and may now move out of handicap company in a third start at the Berkshire track – this time at Group Two level. 'We were very happy with his performance, it was an obvious target for him from back in the spring and we were very pleased that Roger and his team were able to execute the plan,' said Chris Wall, racing manager for Shaikh Khalid's operation. 'We had the right horse at the right weight and the right draw, everything went according to plan. 'He's a talented horse, we haven't settled on a target as such but we'd like to test the water in stakes company. 'The first opportunity to do that would be in the Summer Mile at Ascot, where he's now won two nice races. 'It would be on the round course, not the straight course, but nevertheless I think Ascot suits him well and we'll map out the rest of his season from there.' The KHK team also enjoyed another Royal Ascot winner, with Adrestia taking the five-furlong Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes in good style under Oisin Murphy. She too could be due to set to graduate to more exalted company for trainers Simon and Ed Crisford. 'She won very nicely and was another horse we had Ascot in mind for from a long way back,' said Wall. 'She's another one where you're asking 'do we stay in handicap company for another race or do we move her up to stakes company?'. 'She is probably a stakes filly, it's just a case of finding the right opportunity to do it. 'We need to have a conversation, Simon, Ed, Shaikh Khalid and myself. We don't have a firm plan for her at the moment, but we'll work something out in the coming days.' Staya brought home some money from the meeting, too, finishing fifth in the Group Two Queen Mary for trainer George Scott to leave connections pondering a step up in trip. 'She ran a nice race, we were very happy with that,' said Wall. 'On that day there was a strong bias towards horses drawn on the stand side and unfortunately we were drawn low on the far side. 'I don't suppose that cost her a win, I think the O'Brien filly (True Love) won very nicely, but it probably cost her a place because we were only beaten a nose and a short head for third. 'We came away thinking she might stay six furlongs and so if everything is OK, we'll be thinking of running her in the Duchess of Cambridge at the July meeting. 'If that comes a bit quick then something like the Princess Margaret might be on the agenda, or even the Prix Robert Papin out in France.'
South Wales Guardian
24-06-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
My Cloud pencilled in for step up in Summer Mile
Trained by Roger Varian for KHK Racing, the Blue Point colt took the one-mile handicap by three-quarters of a length having won another contest over the same course and distance in April. He has clearly taken a liking to the track at Ascot, and may now move out of handicap company in a third start at the Berkshire track – this time at Group Two level. 'We were very happy with his performance, it was an obvious target for him from back in the spring and we were very pleased that Roger and his team were able to execute the plan,' said Chris Wall, racing manager for Shaikh Khalid's operation. 'We had the right horse at the right weight and the right draw, everything went according to plan. 'He's a talented horse, we haven't settled on a target as such but we'd like to test the water in stakes company. 'The first opportunity to do that would be in the Summer Mile at Ascot, where he's now won two nice races. 'It would be on the round course, not the straight course, but nevertheless I think Ascot suits him well and we'll map out the rest of his season from there.' The KHK team also enjoyed another Royal Ascot winner, with Adrestia taking the five-furlong Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes in good style under Oisin Murphy. She too could be due to set to graduate to more exalted company for trainers Simon and Ed Crisford. 'She won very nicely and was another horse we had Ascot in mind for from a long way back,' said Wall. 'She's another one where you're asking 'do we stay in handicap company for another race or do we move her up to stakes company?'. 'She is probably a stakes filly, it's just a case of finding the right opportunity to do it. 'We need to have a conversation, Simon, Ed, Shaikh Khalid and myself. We don't have a firm plan for her at the moment, but we'll work something out in the coming days.' Staya brought home some money from the meeting, too, finishing fifth in the Group Two Queen Mary for trainer George Scott to leave connections pondering a step up in trip. 'She ran a nice race, we were very happy with that,' said Wall. 'On that day there was a strong bias towards horses drawn on the stand side and unfortunately we were drawn low on the far side. 'I don't suppose that cost her a win, I think the O'Brien filly (True Love) won very nicely, but it probably cost her a place because we were only beaten a nose and a short head for third. 'We came away thinking she might stay six furlongs and so if everything is OK, we'll be thinking of running her in the Duchess of Cambridge at the July meeting. 'If that comes a bit quick then something like the Princess Margaret might be on the agenda, or even the Prix Robert Papin out in France.'
Glasgow Times
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
My Cloud pencilled in for step up in Summer Mile
Trained by Roger Varian for KHK Racing, the Blue Point colt took the one-mile handicap by three-quarters of a length having won another contest over the same course and distance in April. He has clearly taken a liking to the track at Ascot, and may now move out of handicap company in a third start at the Berkshire track – this time at Group Two level. 'We were very happy with his performance, it was an obvious target for him from back in the spring and we were very pleased that Roger and his team were able to execute the plan,' said Chris Wall, racing manager for Shaikh Khalid's operation. 'We had the right horse at the right weight and the right draw, everything went according to plan. 'He's a talented horse, we haven't settled on a target as such but we'd like to test the water in stakes company. 'The first opportunity to do that would be in the Summer Mile at Ascot, where he's now won two nice races. 'It would be on the round course, not the straight course, but nevertheless I think Ascot suits him well and we'll map out the rest of his season from there.' The KHK team also enjoyed another Royal Ascot winner, with Adrestia taking the five-furlong Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes in good style under Oisin Murphy. She too could be due to set to graduate to more exalted company for trainers Simon and Ed Crisford. 'She won very nicely and was another horse we had Ascot in mind for from a long way back,' said Wall. 'She's another one where you're asking 'do we stay in handicap company for another race or do we move her up to stakes company?'. 'She is probably a stakes filly, it's just a case of finding the right opportunity to do it. 'We need to have a conversation, Simon, Ed, Shaikh Khalid and myself. We don't have a firm plan for her at the moment, but we'll work something out in the coming days.' Staya brought home some money from the meeting, too, finishing fifth in the Group Two Queen Mary for trainer George Scott to leave connections pondering a step up in trip. 'She ran a nice race, we were very happy with that,' said Wall. 'On that day there was a strong bias towards horses drawn on the stand side and unfortunately we were drawn low on the far side. 'I don't suppose that cost her a win, I think the O'Brien filly (True Love) won very nicely, but it probably cost her a place because we were only beaten a nose and a short head for third. 'We came away thinking she might stay six furlongs and so if everything is OK, we'll be thinking of running her in the Duchess of Cambridge at the July meeting. 'If that comes a bit quick then something like the Princess Margaret might be on the agenda, or even the Prix Robert Papin out in France.'
North Wales Chronicle
24-06-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
My Cloud pencilled in for step up in Summer Mile
Trained by Roger Varian for KHK Racing, the Blue Point colt took the one-mile handicap by three-quarters of a length having won another contest over the same course and distance in April. He has clearly taken a liking to the track at Ascot, and may now move out of handicap company in a third start at the Berkshire track – this time at Group Two level. 'We were very happy with his performance, it was an obvious target for him from back in the spring and we were very pleased that Roger and his team were able to execute the plan,' said Chris Wall, racing manager for Shaikh Khalid's operation. 'We had the right horse at the right weight and the right draw, everything went according to plan. 'He's a talented horse, we haven't settled on a target as such but we'd like to test the water in stakes company. 'The first opportunity to do that would be in the Summer Mile at Ascot, where he's now won two nice races. 'It would be on the round course, not the straight course, but nevertheless I think Ascot suits him well and we'll map out the rest of his season from there.' The KHK team also enjoyed another Royal Ascot winner, with Adrestia taking the five-furlong Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes in good style under Oisin Murphy. She too could be due to set to graduate to more exalted company for trainers Simon and Ed Crisford. 'She won very nicely and was another horse we had Ascot in mind for from a long way back,' said Wall. 'She's another one where you're asking 'do we stay in handicap company for another race or do we move her up to stakes company?'. 'She is probably a stakes filly, it's just a case of finding the right opportunity to do it. 'We need to have a conversation, Simon, Ed, Shaikh Khalid and myself. We don't have a firm plan for her at the moment, but we'll work something out in the coming days.' Staya brought home some money from the meeting, too, finishing fifth in the Group Two Queen Mary for trainer George Scott to leave connections pondering a step up in trip. 'She ran a nice race, we were very happy with that,' said Wall. 'On that day there was a strong bias towards horses drawn on the stand side and unfortunately we were drawn low on the far side. 'I don't suppose that cost her a win, I think the O'Brien filly (True Love) won very nicely, but it probably cost her a place because we were only beaten a nose and a short head for third. 'We came away thinking she might stay six furlongs and so if everything is OK, we'll be thinking of running her in the Duchess of Cambridge at the July meeting. 'If that comes a bit quick then something like the Princess Margaret might be on the agenda, or even the Prix Robert Papin out in France.'
