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New Chairman Pledges Focus On International Racing Growth The Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club has undergone a significant restructuring, with Hamad bin Abdulrahman Al Attiyah taking the reins as chairman following his appointment by Minister of Sports and Youth HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani. Fresh Leadership Team The reshuffling sees Rashid bin Nasser Al Kaabi stepping into the ...
Historic First As Arabians Join Thoroughbred Auction ERA chiefs revealing dual-format approach The landscape of Middle East horse trading is evolving with the Emirates Racing Authority unveiling plans for an enhanced April sales format, combining their established Thoroughbred auction with a groundbreaking Purebred Arabian session. Adding fresh dimensions to their successful Thoroughbred Horses ...
Four Pattern Races Offer Dubai's Finest Chance To Shine Cinderella's Dream heads a select field of five in Friday's Gr.2 Balanchine Stakes at Meydan, where trainer Charlie Appleby seeks a remarkable seventh consecutive victory in the race. The Breeders' Cup runner-up, partnered by William Buick, is returning after a break following her Grade One success in the Belmont Oaks and subsequent second ...
Japanese Ace Forever Young Faces Wide Draw Challenge Romantic Warrior has been handed a potentially crucial inside draw in gate three for Saturday's US$20m Saudi Cup, as connections aim to translate his exemplary turf form to the Riyadh dirt surface. Hong Kong Hero Settling Well The Irish-bred champion, trained by Danny Shum, has been commanding significant attention since touching down in Saudi ...
Global Challengers Target US$20m Saturday Showpiece Ushba Tesoro and stablemate Wilson Tesoro, trained by Noboru Takagi, completed their preparations for Saturday's US$20m Saudi Cup with matching 1000m breezes on the dirt track at King Abdulaziz Racecourse on Wednesday. The 8YO Ushba Tesoro, runner-up in last year's showpiece and subsequent Dubai World Cup victor, worked alongside his younger ...
From Dirt To Turf: Botti's Saudi Mission Takes Shape Making history at the Saudi Cup meeting this Saturday, France-based Italian trainer Alessandro Botti will saddle his first runner at King Abdulaziz Racecourse when Presage Nocturne lines up in the Gr.1 Longines Red Sea Turf Handicap. Maintaining Saudi Links The Italian handler's connection with Saudi racing runs deep, having previously ...
Fresh Imports Raising Hopes Ahead Of Showpiece El Kodigo and Intense For Me, the latest acquisitions for Mishref stable, are displaying encouraging signs as they prepare for Saturday's US$20m Saudi Cup challenge alongside stable veteran Defunded. Southern Hemisphere Success The Argentinian duo brings impressive form to the table, with El Kodigo having recently enhanced his Gr.1 collection in ...
Two Premier Venues Unveil In a transformative development for British racing, both York and Ascot racecourses are strengthening their Group One portfolios, enhancing Britain's position in global racing with significant prize money boosts and upgraded races. York's Historic Elevation The City of York Stakes has achieved Group One status, becoming the first all-age, seven-furlong race to reach the ...
French Chiefs Defer Decision On Geldings While Boosting Prize Money France Galop's strategy to restore Europe's richest race to its former glory is taking shape, but geldings will remain excluded from the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe in 2025, as racing chiefs focus on other pressing matters. Win-And-You're-In Series Planned The race's governing body is launching an international qualifying ...
Fresh Targets Emerge After Sprinter’s Impressive Return Rogue Lightning demonstrated a compelling return to form with a polished victory in the Dukhan Sprint at Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club, opening up fresh opportunities for the talented 5YO. British Raiders Dominate Proceedings Under new ownership of Wathnan Racing, the Tom Clover-trained speedster proved too strong for his rivals, ...
The Thrilling Warwick Farm Contest Puts Youngsters In Spotlight The road to the Gr.1 Golden Slipper took an intriguing turn at Warwick Farm on Wednesday as Gerald Ryan's promising juvenile demonstrated his credentials in a compelling maiden contest. High-Class Bloodlines On Display King Of Pop, a US$800,000 purchase and son of 2020 Golden Slipper victor Farnan, delivered a performance of genuine ...
Middle East Racing Authorities Map Key Areas Of Development In a significant move for Middle East racing, the GCC Horse Racing Cooperation Council has outlined ambitious plans for regional development during their latest gathering in Riyadh. Working Groups Take Shape Meeting chairman HE Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, who serves as Vice Chair of the Asian Racing Federation, led discussions focusing on ...
