The horses of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Touch Gold Racing shined at the opening of the Dubai Racing Carnival, which was held at the Meydan International Racecourse sponsored by Emirates Airlines, as each of them achieved a strong double, while AF Yatwi snatched the horses. Abu Dhabi Racing holds the title of the first half, reserved for purebred Arabian horses.
The opening evening was witnessed by Sheikh Rashid bin Dalmouk Al Maktoum, Vice President of the Emirates Horse Racing Authority, President of the Dubai Horse Racing Club, and Engineer Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Director General of the Office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Member of the Board of Directors, Director General of the Emirates Horse Racing Authority, Director His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum races, Major General Dr. Mohammed Issa Al Adhab, Board Member and Executive Director of the Dubai Racing Club, and Lara Sawaya, Executive Director of the His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival.
first half
“AF Yatwi” for “Abu Dhabi Racing” won the title of the first half dedicated to purebred Arabian horses over a distance of 1400 metres, sponsored by “Emirates Air Cargo”, with prizes worth 120 thousand dirhams, led by jockey Oscar Chavez and supervised by coach Saif Al Marar, recording a time of 1.34.70. One minute and one and a quarter lengths behind “AF Leith” by Khalid Khalifa Al Naboodah, led by jockey Marcelino Rodriguez and supervised by trainer Ernst Oertel.
“Asma” by “Yas Racing” came in third place, led by jockey Bernardo Pinheiro and supervised by coach Majed Al-Jahouri.
Second half
“Al Naseeb” by Mohammed Abdullah Mohammed Rashid Al Shehhi won the title of the second half for a distance of 1200 meters, sponsored by “Emirates Holidays”, with a prize value of 165 thousand dirhams, led by jockey Bernardo Pinero and under the supervision of coach Musabah Al Muhairi, recording a time of 1.11.99 minutes and a difference of 7 and a quarter lengths. The length of “Qasid” by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, led by jockey Ben Quinn and supervised by coach Michael Costa.
“Killer Collect” by Michael Hilary Burke and Najjar Burke, led by jockey Tag O’Shea and supervised by coach Popat Simar, came third.
Third half
“Al-Jaddaf” by Mohammed Ahmed Ali Al-Sabousi captured the title of the third heat for a distance of 1600 meters, sponsored by “Emirates Air Cargo”, with a prize value of 165 thousand dirhams, led by jockey Connor Beasley and under the supervision of coach Ahmed bin Harmash, recording a time of 1:39.94 minutes, a difference of one and a quarter lengths. About “The Noise” by Nasser Askar, led by jockey Bernardo Pinheiro and supervised by coach Musabah Al Muhairi.
“Perfect Balance” by “Desert Rose Racing” came in third place, led by jockey Tag Oshi and supervised by coach Popat Simar.
Fourth half
“Buyer” for His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum won the title of the fourth race for a distance of 1600 meters, sponsored by “Arabian Adventures”, with a prize value of 165 thousand dirhams, led by jockey James Orman and under the supervision of coach Michael Costa, recording a time of 1.39.07 minutes and a difference of half a length from “Neversho Weeknes” by Triani High, led by jockey Tag Oshi and supervised by coach Popat Simar.
“Classic Medal” by Abdullah Manahi came third, led by jockey Connor Beasley and supervised by coach Ahmed bin Harmash.
Fifth inning
“Qarib” by Nasser Askar won the title of the fifth race for a distance of 1900 meters, sponsored by “Emirates Skywards”, with a prize value of 190 thousand dirhams, led by the knight Al-Muatasem Al-Balushi and under the supervision of coach Musabah Al-Muhairi, recording a time of 2.01.04 minutes, with a difference of half a length from “Vasilakos” by Mohammed. Ahmed Ali Al-Sabousi, led by jockey Gabriel Malone and supervised by coach Ahmed bin Harmash.
“Legend of Cannes” came in third place for Fawzi Abdullah Nass, led by jockey Adri De Vries and supervised by coach Fawzi Nass.
Sixth inning
The Western Symphony of Touch Gold Racing was crowned champion of the main sixth race for a distance of 1600 meters, sponsored by Emirates Airlines, with a prize value of 210 thousand dirhams, led by jockey Tag Oshi and under the supervision of coach Bobat Simar, recording a time of 1.38.07 minutes, with a difference of length and Half-length about “Swords” by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, led by jockey Qais Al Busaidi and supervised by coach Michael Costa.
“No Dams” by “Shadwell” came third, led by jockey Patrick Cosgrave and supervised by trainer Popat Simar.
Seventh inning
“Leading Spirit” for “Touch Gold Racing” won the title of the seventh heat for a distance of 1200 meters, sponsored by “Emirates Airlines”, with a prize value of 210 thousand dirhams, led by jockey Tag Oshi and under the supervision of coach Bobat Simar, recording a time of 1:12.52 minutes, a neck ahead of “Leading Spirit” for “Touch Gold Racing”. Magic Beach by Mohammed Ahmed Ali Al-Sabousi, led by Al-Fari Connor Beasley and supervised by coach Ahmed Bin Harmash.
In third place came “Ranan” by “RRR Racing”, led by jockey Bernardo Pinheiro and supervised by coach Musabah Al Muhairi.
Eighth inning
“Sadeed” for His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum captured the title of the eighth and final round for a distance of 1400 meters sponsored by “emirates.com”, with a prize value of 175 thousand dirhams, led by jockey Ben Quinn and under the supervision of coach Michael Costa, recording a time of 1:25.58 minutes, with a difference Three-quarters of the length by “Triple Venture” by Hamdan bin Harmash, led by jockey Connor Beasley and under the supervision of trainer Ahmed bin Harmash.
“Check Hand” came to Fawzi Abdullah Nass, led by jockey Adri De Vries and supervised by coach Fawzi Nass.
Rashid bin Dalmouk: We are working to attract the strongest international names to participate in the “Dubai Racing Carnival”
Sheikh Rashid bin Dalmuk Al Maktoum, Vice President of the Emirates Horse Racing Authority and President of the Dubai Horse Racing Club, confirmed that the club’s work teams are conducting negotiations with the owners and trainers of the horses that excelled this year in the international seasons, whether in Europe, America and Japan, to participate in the “ Dubai Racing Carnival, “specifically the major races that will be held in the coming months.
He said that the new launch of the Dubai Horse Racing Club races under the name “Dubai Racing Carnival” aims to attract the largest number of horses during the 15 evenings that will be held at the “Meydan” track.
He added that the number of horses entered in each race increased compared to previous years, as well as the financial prizes, and this bodes well and is one of the positives that are counted for the new program, in addition to allocating races that took into account the requirements and needs of trainers in the region.
Sheikh Rashid bin Dalmouk Al Maktoum stressed that quality is more important than the number of races, and this is the primary goal, noting at the same time that the new program will be subject to evaluation and review after the end of the season.
Muhammad Al-Adab: Many surprises will be announced
Major General Dr. Mohammed Issa Al-Azeb, Member of the Board of Directors and Executive Director of the Dubai Racing Club, extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, “may God protect him,” and His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council, for their Highnesses’ continued support for the sport of horse racing, as this noble sport in the UAE has become a unique aspect that is referred to as Lebanon at all levels, levels and forums.
He also expressed his happiness at the new launch of the Dubai Horse Racing Club races under the name “Dubai Racing Carnival,” stressing that there will be many surprises that will be announced in the next stage.
He added that government support contributed to the implementation of a number of projects at the Meydan International Racecourse, which aims to maintain the leadership and high level that we have reached at the Dubai Horse Racing Club at the local and global levels.
Support everyone
Major General Dr. Muhammad Issa Al-Azeb said that the basic idea of restructuring the Dubai Horse Racing Club races under the name “Dubai Racing Carnival,” by merging local races with international ones, is to support local owners, and at the same time open the way for international trainers to come to Dubai early, as The program has been modified to be flexible and suitable for everyone, whether they have a desire to participate in state races or in races held among brothers in the region, out of our belief in the importance of integration with everyone.
He added that this season will also witness our hosting of the second round of the “Emirates Speed Racing Series,” specifically the “Al Garhoud Speed Race,” which constitutes another basis for cooperation between the Dubai Horse Racing Club, the brothers at Jebel Ali Racecourse, and other clubs in the country.
Major General Dr. Muhammad Issa Al-Azeb stressed that the fans who love horse racing are an integral part of this system, as we consider them our partners in success, adding that there are a number of programs and events that are attractive and achieve the desired results during the season.
Mohammed Al Shehhi: We applaud the strong start of the “Dubai Racing Carnival”
Engineer Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Director General of the Office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Member of the Board of Directors, Director General of the Emirates Horse Racing Authority, Director of the Races of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, praised the strong start witnessed by the launch of the “Dubai Racing Carnival” season, which It was held at the international “Meydan” track, which brought together an elite group of the best horses, owners, trainers and jockeys.
He also expressed his great happiness with the distinguished results achieved by the horses of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who achieved an exciting double, following the five-point win achieved at the opening of the Jebel Ali Racecourse season last week, hoping that these positive results will continue during the season.
Saif Al Marar: Proud of the first win
Trainer Saif Al Marar expressed his pride in achieving his first victory in races since obtaining his training license this season through “AF Tawi” for “Abu Dhabi Racing”, which captured the title of the first half reserved for purebred Arabian horses, offering sincere thanks and appreciation to the owner and breeder Khalid Khalifa Al Naboodah. For their dedication to this distinguished hero.
He added that the champion adapted well to the sandy terrain of the Meydan Racecourse, and the distance also suited him, revealing that the champion can participate over longer distances, as he won twice last season over the 1,600-meter distance at the Abu Dhabi Capital Racecourse.
Michael Costa: Our goal is to continue victories on all tracks in the country
Trainer Michael Costa expressed his great happiness with the horses of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum achieving a double at the opening of the “Dubai Racing Carnival”, following the five-point win achieved at the start of the Jebel Ali Racecourse season last week, stressing that their main goal is to continue achieving victories on all the country’s tracks. And provide a special season.
Michael Costa spoke about the hero of the fourth period, “Mutshiri,” saying that the hero was supposed to participate last season, but we decided to work on developing his performance, stressing that the next direction will be determined later.
Regarding “Sadeed”, the star of the eighth round, he said that the champion was not lucky last season at the “Meydan” track, as he achieved runner-up position twice, but he came back strong this season, praising the performance of jockey Ben Quinn, who led the champion in a strong way in the half.
Popat Simar: Happy with the double
Coach Popat Simar expressed his complete satisfaction with achieving a double during the evening through “Western Symphony”, the champion of the sixth game, and “Leading Spirit”, the star of the seventh game.
He said that the Western Symphony is no stranger to the Meydan track and its grounds, as it achieved victory in the opening of the international track season last year and repeated this scene this year, adding that the level of the champion has developed greatly, and a suitable race will be sought for him in the coming weeks. .
Regarding “Leading Spirit,” Popat Simar confirmed that the champion possesses all the required specifications, especially since he excelled remarkably last season, whether on sand or grass, indicating that his level qualifies him to participate in the upcoming category races on the country’s tracks.
2023-11-11 15:40:35
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