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The culmination of the racing season at Al Ain could hold the key to the UAE Trainer’s Championship, depending on developments in Abu Dhabi. A thrilling ten-race card, headlined by the Listed Al Ain Cup, promises excitement and intrigue, with the mile handicap for 0-80 rated thoroughbreds likely to play a pivotal role in determining the title winner. Bhupat Seemar, fresh off his Dubai World Cup ...
Spirit Dancer will take a break after a disappointing finish in the Dubai Sheema Classic at Meydan on Saturday. Trained by Richard Fahey, the 7YO horse had a successful winter abroad, winning the Bahrain International Trophy and the Neom Turf Cup in Riyadh. However, he struggled in the Dubai World Cup night, finishing 11th out of 12 runners and was later found to be injured. “He has a chip in ...
As 6YO, Rebel's Romance has enjoyed a remarkable career and claimed his fourth Gr.1 win with a resounding victory in the Dubai Sheema Classic. The Dubawi progeny has previously triumphed in the Grosser Preis von Berlin, Preis von Europa, and Breeders' Cup Turf. Rebel's Romance may return to North America, but will first take a well-deserved break. On Dubai World Cup Night, Star Of Mystery ...
The Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is hosting two Thoroughbred events on the same card, which is quite rare. This adds extra excitement to the already thrilling UAE Trainers' Championship, where Bhupat Seemar and Michael Costa are tied with 36 wins each. Both trainers have performed exceptionally well, even winning Group One races on Dubai World Cup night. As the championship comes down to the wire, ...
Following his impressive victory in the US$5 million Dubai Turf, Facteur Cheval is considering the possibility of competing at Royal Ascot for his next start. Originally, there were plans for Facteur Cheval to venture to Hong Kong following his triumph in the Dubai Turf. However, those plans have been shelved, and the Irish-bred 5YO gelding, sired by Ribchester, will return to trainer Jerome ...
After a challenging 2023 season following his victory in the Breeders' Cup Turf in 2022, Rebel's Romance made a stunning comeback. Trainer Charlie Appleby revealed that the gelding had regained his confidence with victories at Kempton Park in England and in Qatar during the winter races, proving his mettle once again. Under the skilled guidance of jockey William Buick, Rebel's Romance secured an ...
Two half-brothers, Rebel’s Romance and Measured Time, are poised to make their mark on the grandest stage of UAE racing, headlining seven contenders set to dazzle at Meydan on Saturday, 30th March, during Dubai World Cup Night. 6YO Rebel’s Romance, already a victor in the 2021 Gr.2 UAE Derby, enters the prestigious Dubai Sheema Classic with an impressive resume. The son of Dubawi has notched ...
Laurel River is one of the most exciting horses to watch in this year's Dubai World Cup from a form perspective. Previously a promising sprinter-miler in the U.S., he won the Gr.2 Pat O'Brien Stakes at Del Mar in 2022 before being sidelined by injury. Recently, he returned to form with a victory in the Gr.3 Burj Nahaar under the guidance of trainer Bhupat Seemar. However, Seemar is unsure ...
The prestigious US$12 million Gr.1 Dubai World Cup will unfold at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai, United Arab Emirates tomorrow. This renowned race is open to 4YOs and older horses, spanning a challenging 1 ¼ miles on dirt. usracing.com is diligently presenting profiles of the contenders, shedding light on their potential in the grand event. DEFUNDED Initially acquired with the explicit aim of ...
When Ricky Yiu Poon-fai takes a horse on the road, he means business. With triumphs in the United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and Japan, the seasoned Hong Kong trainer boasts an impressive track record overseas. Excluding his less successful ventures to Macau, Yiu has secured four victories from 11 overseas entries, boasting a remarkable 50 percent strike rate in Dubai alone. The crowning moment ...
The Al Dibal Cup, a thrilling 1900m Local Purebred Arabian Handicap, took center stage at the recent race meeting held on the sandy tracks of QREC Al Rayyan Racecourse on Wednesday, 27th March, 2024. The highlight of the seven-race card featured Tajamhor, owned by Khalifa Bin Sheail Al Kuwari, who clinched victory impressively by a commanding five lengths. This marked his second consecutive win ...
The Dubai World Cup Sponsored by Emirates Airline is set to take place on Saturday, and Ushba Tesoro, the defending champion, will be starting from stall five. This Japanese horse, trained by Noboru Takagi, will be facing off against Senor Buscador from the United States, in what promises to be an exciting rematch at Meydan. The two horses were separated by just a head in the Saudi Cup last ...
