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Observer
11-04-2025
- Sport
- Observer
RCC's ‘Makhayil' wins HM Cup for second straight year
BARKA, APRIL 10 On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, presided over the closing ceremony of His Majesty the Sultan's Camel Cup Festival 2025 on Thursday. The event, organised by the Diwan of Royal Court, took place at the Al Fulaij racetrack in the Wilayat of Barka. The final day of HM's Camel Cup Festival witnessed thrilling competitions that featured six races, where the winning camels were crowned amid enthusiastic public engagement. One of the day's highlights came in the fifth race for the 'Al Hawl' category over a distance of 8 km, where the camel 'Makhayil' from the Royal Camel Corps (RCC) retained the HM's Cup for the second consecutive year, reaffirming its distinction and outstanding performance. 'Rahiya', also from the RCC, claimed second place, while 'Al Reef' from Al Bashayer Camels took third place. In the first race of the day, for the 'Hagayeg' category over a distance of 4 km, 'Khayrah' from Al Bashayer Camels secured first place under the training of Abdullah al Wahibi. Coming in second was 'Kahal', owned by Said al Jadaili and trained by Hamad al Jadaili, while 'Al Wasmiya' from the RCC finished third. The second race, for the 'Lagaya' category over 5 km, saw 'Madhkhurah', owned by Muhanna al Saadi, claim first place, earning cup and car. 'Jabaliya', owned by Hamad al Wahibi, came in second, and 'Al Dhabi' from the RCC, trained by Hamad al Jadaili, secured third place. A show by the Royal Camel Corps. In the third race for the 'Yathaa' category over 6 km, 'Manwah' from the RCC won first place, led by trainer Hamad al Wahibi, receiving cup and car. Following in second was 'Hasheema' from the RCC, under the supervision of Hamad al Mashaikhi, and in third was 'Dhabiyah', also from the RCC, trained by Ali al Amri. In the fourth race, in the 'Thanaya' category over 8 km, 'Khiyal' from the RCC finished first, led by trainer Mansour al Luhaifi, who earned cup and car. 'Fand', also from the RCC and trained by Hamad al Jadaili, came second, while 'Al Asimah' from the RCC, supervised by Saud al Jabri, finished third. The final race of the festival was the sixth race in the 'Human Rider' category for over a distance of 2 km. 'Shawsharah', owned by Ahmed al Amri, claimed first place and earned icon and car, followed by 'Takreem', owned by Salim al Zari, in second place, while 'Shorout', also owned by Salim al Zari, came in third. The races were interspersed with a variety of Omani heritage performances that added an authentic atmosphere to the festival, blending excitement with cultural identity. Attendees enjoyed traditional Omani songs, along with captivating shows by the Royal Camel Corps, including the Ardha camel parade, camel polo, and chariot races pulled by camels. These events concluded with a stunning performance of the traditional Al Azi chant, symbolising heritage and loyalty. At the conclusion of the festival, Sayyid Shihab, the event's patron, honoured the winners of the various races., congratulating them on their distinguished performances.
Times of Oman
10-04-2025
- Sport
- Times of Oman
Royal Camel Corps Makhayil wins HM The Sultan's Camel Cup 2025
Muscat: On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, today presided over the closing ceremony of His Majesty the Sultan's Camel Cup Festival 2025. The event was held at the Royal Camel Corps Racecourse in Al Fuleij, Wilayat of Barka. The festival was organised by the Royal Court Affairs, represented by the Royal Camel Corps. The final day of the festival included 6 rounds. "Makhayil" of the Royal Camel Corps won His Majesty the Sultan Camel Cup for the second year in a row. It secured the score during the fifth round, a stretch of 8 kilometres. Second place went to the Royal Camel Corps "Rahiya", followed in third place by Al Bashayer Camels' "Al Reef". In between the races, Omani heritage bands entertained members of the public with folklore performances, coupled with camel shows presented by the Royal Camel Corps, including the Ardha runs, camel polo and camel cart racing, while Al Azzi art tableau sealed the finale. At the closing ceremony, HH Sayyid Shihab handed over the trophies to the top winners of the festival's rounds. The closing ceremony of the festival was attended by Royal Family members, ministers and senior officials.
Observer
10-04-2025
- Sport
- Observer
'Makhayil' of Royal Camel Corps wins HM's Cup for second consecutive year
Muscat: HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, presided over the closing ceremony of His Majesty the Sultan's Camel Racing Cup Festival 2025 on Thursday. The event, organised by the Diwan of Royal Court, took place at the al Fuleij racetrack of the Royal Camel Corps in the Wilayat of Barka. The concluding day featured six competitive rounds, drawing enthusiastic participation and showcasing the heritage sport's enduring appeal. The Royal Camel Corps' camel Makhayil secured first place, claiming His Majesty the Sultan's Cup for the second year in a row.
Muscat Daily
10-04-2025
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
Sayyid Shihab to preside over closing ceremony of camel fest
Barka – On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, H H Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, will preside over the closing ceremony of the 2025 His Majesty the Sultan's Camel Cup Festival on Thursday. The event will take place at the Royal Camel Corps' race track in Al Fulaij, wilayat of Barka. The festival is organised by the Royal Court Affairs, represented by the Royal Camel Corps. The final day of the festival will feature six rounds of races, including a special fifth round for yearlings. The winner of this round will be awarded the coveted His Majesty the Sultan's Cup. In addition to the races, the closing ceremony will showcase a rich display of Omani heritage, including traditional songs and camel performances by the Royal Camel Corps. The festival reflects the Royal patronage and continuous support for the camel sector, an integral part of Oman's cultural identity. The event plays a key role in preserving the heritage and promotes the breeding and safeguarding of pure Omani camel strains for future generations.
Observer
09-04-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Sayyid Shihab to grace HM Camel Cup closing today
Muscat, April 9 On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs will patronise over the closing ceremony of His Majesty the Sultan's Camel Racing Cup Festival 2025, on Thursday. The event is being held at the Royal Camel Corps racetrack in Al Fulaij, the Wilayat of Barka, and is organised by the Royal Court Affairs, represented by the Royal Camel Corps. The final day will witness six main races, with the winner of the fifth race, designated for the 'Al Hawl', 8 km, being crowned with the Sultan's Cup – considered one of the most prestigious titles in camel racing in the Sultanate of Oman. The closing ceremony will also include traditional Omani musical segments, along with special camel back performances presented by the Royal Camel Corps, creating a scene that reflects the deep rooted bond between Omanis and camels as a cherished part of their heritage and culture. The organisation of this festival affirms the royal patronage and ongoing support of His Majesty the Sultan for the camel racing sector. It also aims to preserve the purebred Omani camel lineages and safeguard this rich national heritage, ensuring its continuity and transmission to future generations. HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said. WEDNESDAY'S RACES The competitions held on Wednesday featured a total of seven races — three for the 'Thanaya' category and four for the 'Al Hawl', each covering a distance of 8 km. In the Thanaya races, Al Shamikha, owned by Hamad Ali al Mushaikhi, claimed first place in the opening race, earning an icon and a car. Injaz, owned by Said al Jadaili, finished second, while Hadath, owned by Issa al Touqi, came in third. In the second race, Al Million, owned by Luaihi al Jahafi, secured first place and was awarded a dagger and a car. Al Hathar, owned by Hamid al Durai, finished second, and Al Shami, owned by Jassim al Habsi, took third place. The third race saw Sada, owned by Sami al Jnaibi, winning first place and a car, followed by Isnad, owned by Ali al Amri, in second, and Al Bahiya, owned by Mohammed al Jahafi, in third. In the 'Al Hawl' category, Al Tamas, owned by Hilal al Shaidi, emerged victorious in the first race, receiving a Shaddad and a car. Mubashira, owned by Hamad al Waheebi, came in second, and Al Shahiniya, owned by Hamid al Jahafi, placed third. The second race was won by Al Muheet, owned by Saad al Jnaibi, who earned a dagger and a cash prize. Marmouq, owned by Saleh al Owaisi, came in second, while Makhlab, owned by Hamid al Amri, finished third. In the third race, Mayassa, representing the Royal Camel Corps and trained by Saif al Habsi, took first place along with a cash prize. Mansoura, owned by Bati al Maliki, finished second, and Samha, owned by Qais al Saeedi, secured third. The final race of the day was won by Harbah, owned by Said al Hashmi, who earned a cash prize. Hawayel, owned by Mohammed al Jnaibi, claimed second place, while Al Shahiniya, owned by Khalid al Waheebi, finished third.
