Manama : His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club High Committee, today attended the horse draw for participating jockeys at the fifth edition of the Bahrain International Trophy.
HH welcomed owners, trainers and jockeys from various international, regional and Bahraini stables, who will be taking part in the race on Friday, 17 November, at the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club track.
HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman noted the strengthening of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s position as a host and organiser for various international sporting tournaments, including horse racing, thanks to the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman affirmed that the elevation of the Bahrain International Trophy to Group 2 status and the hosting of the event for the fifth year in a row reflect the Kingdom’s international reputation in equestrian sports and horse racing. HH highlighted that the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club’s achievements have helped attract world-class stables, international trainers, and jockeys to participate in this year’s race.
The draw for the 14 horses competing in the fifth and main race resulted in the following line-up at the starting gates:
1: Real World
2: Lafayette
3: Highland Avenue
4: Calif
5: Dubai Future
6: Israr
7: Point Lonsdale
8: Qaader
9: Birr Castle
10: Marhaba Ya Sanafi
11: Spirit Dancer
12: Nations Pride
13: Above The Curve
14: Astro King
In addition to the Bahrain International Trophy, seven other races will be held for the cups of the sponsors of the Bahrain International Trophy including;
Beyon, Bapco Energies, Bahrain Economic Development Board, Chopard Bahrain Jewellery Centre, Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, and Bahrain Turf Club.
Horse racing enthusiasts from around the world are anticipating the International Bahrain Trophy this Friday, which will witness strong competition between international and local horses represented by several well-known stables and world-class jockeys.
The participants have intensified their training ahead of the event under the supervision of their international trainers, in an effort to reach the required readiness to compete in the race and win the Bahrain International Trophy.
The event was also attended by senior officials, representatives, sponsors, owners, trainers, jockeys, and media.
