Alblooshi Leads Stewards' Panel In Groundbreaking Development Rashid Alblooshi etched his name into UAE racing history at Meydan on Friday evening, becoming the first Emirati to preside over proceedings as head steward at the world-renowned racecourse. Decorated Career The former endurance specialist, whose stellar riding career saw him claiming numerous victories for His Highness Sheikh ...
Sprint Star Demolishes Rivals In Al Garhoud Feature Tuz demonstrated his sprinting prowess with a commanding performance in the Listed Al Garhoud Sprint at Meydan, setting himself up perfectly for a defence of his Gr.1 Dubai Golden Shaheen crown. Under Tadhg O'Shea, the 7YO speedster broke sharply from the widest draw and barely saw another rival, powering clear to win by five and three-quarter ...
International Powerhouses Back Third Dubai Meeting With US$136,000 Feature Binghatti, the luxury property powerhouse, is leading a stellar cast of multinational corporations throwing their weight behind Friday's Dubai Racing Carnival card at Meydan, marking their racing debut with a dynamic double-header sponsorship. Heritage Meets Innovation The development giant's chairman, Muhammad BinGhatti, ...
Elite Global Challengers Target US$13m Sha Tin Showpiece An extraordinary assembly of international talent is poised to compete in Sunday's Hong Kong International Races at Sha Tin, featuring four Group One contests that have drawn competitors from across the globe. Vase Field Features Classic Form Lines The Gr.1 Hong Kong Vase (2400m) has drawn a high-class international field, headed by ...
Global Speedster Aims For More Group One Glory Starlust, the Del Mar Breeders' Cup hero, is maintaining his enthusiasm ahead of Sunday's Longines Hong Kong Sprint bid at Sha Tin, where he will face local sensation Ka Ying Rising. The globe-trotting 3YO, trained by Ralph Beckett, produced a stunning last-to-first victory in the Gr.1 Turf Sprint at Del Mar, adding to his impressive 2023 campaign ...
Injury And Illness Force Out Derby Hero And American Sprint Star The prestigious Hong Kong International Races have been dealt a double blow with the withdrawal of two significant contenders. Massive Sovereign, this year's Hong Kong Derby victor trained by Francis Lui, has been ruled out of the Gr.1 Longines Hong Kong Cup after sustaining a bone injury to his left hind leg. The withdrawal ...
Al Shaqab's Equestrian Spectacle Promises Cultural Celebration Al Shaqab is galloping into the prestigious Darb Al Saai festivities, setting up camp at Umm Salal from December 10-18. The premier equestrian centre is saddling up to showcase Qatar's rich heritage through a spectacular array of horse-related activities, placing the majestic purebred Arabian breed at the heart of celebrations. ...
Roma Storms To Impressive Victory Under Masterful Mazur Ride The talented mare Roma, sporting the distinguished silks of Sharida bin Nasser bin Sharida Al Kaabi, produced a scintillating performance to claim the prestigious Zekreet Cup at Al Rayyan on Wednesday, powering home under a masterful ride from Szczepan Mazur. The 5YO, trained by Hamad Al-Jehani, showcased her class in the 1200m Local ...
Al Marroona's Veteran Leads Stellar Cast At Inaugural Peninsula Contest Nabeel Al Rayyan, representing Al Marroona Stud, demonstrated his enduring class by securing gold in the Stallions 11+ Years Old division, whilst the graceful Salomeh, under the ownership of Abdullah Salem Al Hajri, emerged triumphant in the corresponding mare's category at Qatar's inaugural Al Rayyan National Peninsula ...
Tuz Facing Six Rivals In Competitive Sprint Contest Tuz is preparing for his eagerly anticipated return to action at Meydan, nine months after his scintillating victory in the Gr.1 Dubai Golden Shaheen on World Cup night. The 7YO speedster, trained by Bhupat Seemar, carries a 1.5kg penalty for that triumph as he faces six rivals. Seemar, the UAE Champion Trainer, is brimming with confidence ...
Industry Titan Recognised Alongside O'Brien And Mullins At Dublin Ceremony His Highness the Aga Khan received the Contribution to the Industry Award at last evening's Horse Racing Ireland Awards in Dublin, headlining a stellar cast of racing's elite being honoured for their achievements. Champions' Roll Call Galopin Des Champs has been crowned Horse of the Year following his consecutive triumphs ...
Top Sprinters From Japan, Australia And Hong Kong Clash The Gr.1 Hong Kong Sprint (1200m) is shaping up as an intriguing clash of international talent, with representatives from Japan and Australia taking on Hong Kong's rising star Ka Ying Rising, who enters the race on a remarkable seven-race winning streak. Japanese Contender Shows Promise Japan's Satono Reve, trained by the accomplished ...