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Al Etihad
02-08-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Eleven horses line up in Netherlands for 8th leg of UAE President's Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses
2 Aug 2025 15:20 ABU DHABI (WAM)The eighth 8th stop of the 32nd edition of the UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses will take place Sunday, August 3, at Duindigt Turf Racecourse in The Hague, Kingdom of the UAE President's Cup continues to receive unwavering support from the UAE leadership, reinforcing its global mission to preserve the legacy of Purebred Arabian horses and to advance the sport across the world's most prestigious Dutch stage of the series marks a historic milestone — it is the richest Arabian horse race ever held in the Netherlands, boasting a prize purse of $100, 2,150-metre Group 3 race welcomes 11 elite contenders representing leading stables from across Europe. Open to horses aged four years and above, the race is expected to deliver high-calibre competition. Matar Suhail Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri, Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee of the UAE President's Cup Series, commented: 'We are proud to see the UAE President's Cup continue to fulfil its vision of elevating Arabian horse racing to new international heights. The participation of top-tier owners and stables, including from the Netherlands and across Europe, reflects the growing global stature of the series.' He added, 'These accomplishments are a direct result of the generous and visionary support of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who remains fully committed to advancing the prominence and excellence of Arabian horse racing worldwide.'As the 32nd edition progresses across international venues, the Netherlands stage once again affirms the Cup's status as one of the world's most prestigious Arabian horse racing series—merging competition, culture, and legacy on a global scale.
Al Etihad
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Hamburg to host seventh round of UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses
5 July 2025 11:01 HAMBURG (WAM) The UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses is set to continue its distinguished presence at leading European tracks, as the seventh leg of its 32nd edition is set to take place tomorrow at Horner Rennbahn racecourse in Hamburg, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the series reflects the UAE's enduring commitment to supporting owners and breeders around the world, and to encouraging the acquisition and care of Arabian horses in order to preserve their noble heritage and enhance their international stature. It also aims to further develop the global Arabian horse racing marks the first time the race will be held in Hamburg in its new format, coinciding with the historic 156th edition of the German Derby. The move aligns with the strategic vision of the organising committee to stage the series at elite festivals and prominent racecourses, thereby reinforcing the legacy and global leadership of Arabian horse racing in line with the prestige of the President's Cup. The 1,600-metre turf race is classified as a Group 2 event for horses aged four years and above, attracting top stables from Germany and across Europe, with a total prize purse of 250,000 euros.
Al Etihad
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
UAE's HM Al Shahen triumphs in Rome, remarkable victory in UAE President's Cup Series
19 May 2025 15:14 ABU DHABI (WAM) The UAE's HM ALCHAHINE delivered a standout performance to capture the title in the fifth leg of the prestigious UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses, held at the historic Capannelle Racecourse in Rome, Italy, on Sunday, 18th May race forms part of the 32nd edition of the globally recognised UAE President's Cup continues to make its mark across major European racing circuits, further strengthening its presence and impact in the international Arabian racing series is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, whose visionary leadership has elevated the global profile of Arabian horse racing. The Cup Series aligns with long-term goals to support breeders, owners, and the Arabian horse industry from by Al Mourtajez x Al Chyhanah by Munjiz, HM ALCHAHINE is owned by Hilal Al Alawi, trained by Élisabeth Bernard (Jean-François Bernard team), and was ridden to victory by Cristian Demuro. The colt surged into the lead at the final turn and accelerated powerfully down the stretch to secure a decisive win, his eighth victory out of nine career Group 2 turf race was contested over 2000 metres and drew a field of 16 of the finest Arabians from across Italy and Europe. The total prize purse was €300, ALCHAHINE completed the race in 2:09.8 second place was Afjan (TM Fred Texas x Mazoon by Amer), representing Al Shaqab Racing, trained by Jean de Mieulle and ridden by Olivier D' place went to Extra Time (Valiant Boy x Sand Witchh by Burning Sand), owned by J. Nevens, trained by David Morisson, and ridden by Alexis race was attended by Abdulla Ali Al Saboosi, UAE Ambassador to the Italian Republic, and Faisal Al Rahmani, Secretary-General of the Higher Organising Committee of the UAE President's Cup Series. Also present was Mattia Cadrobbi, President of the Italian Arabian Horse Association, along with distinguished diplomatic representatives from various friendly nations. Faisal Al Rahmani commented, 'We are proud of the success of the Italy leg, which continues to embody the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. We extend our deepest gratitude for His Highness's generous support and pioneering role in advancing the Arabian horse legacy. Italy has become a key destination for champions and a gateway to elite European and Gulf races. Congratulations to Hilal Al Alawi for this distinguished UAE victory with HM Al Shahen, which reflects the outstanding capabilities of Emirati stables on the global stage.'
Gulf Today
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Diamond Gem AA sparkles in UAE President's Cup at Pimlico
Diamond Gem AA clinched the title in the US leg of the 32nd edition of the UAE President's Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses, held on Saturday at the historic Pimlico Racecourse in Baltimore, Maryland. The race took place as part of the 150th edition of the Preakness Stakes, one of the most iconic events in American thoroughbred racing. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the UAE President's Cup Series reinforces the UAE's commitment to the global development of Arabian horse racing and the continued support of breeders and owners around the world. The initiative aims to preserve the rich heritage of the Arabian horse and elevate its presence on the international stage. This year's US race saw a strong global turnout with a crowd of over 100,000 spectators and wide-reaching American media coverage, further cementing the President's Cup's legacy and reputation as one of the leading platforms for Arabian horse racing. The event featured 14 races as part of the prestigious Preakness Stakes day, a pillar of the American Triple Crown series. Diamond Gem AA emerged victorious in the US leg of the President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses, delivering a powerful stretch run to clinch first place in commanding fashion. Bred from Burning Sand and Tramaasah (by Sevilla Tryst), Diamond Gem AA is owned by Joseph and Betty Gillis, trained by Jerenesto Torrez, and was ridden to victory by jockey Carol Cedeno. The colt displayed tactical patience early on before confidently surging ahead in the final stretch to outpace a competitive field. Finishing second was RB Grand Slam, another trainee of Jerenesto Torrez, owned by Rosebrook Farm LLC. Bred from Majd Al Arab and Rich Kinkga (by TH Richie), the horse was piloted by Inardis Rodriguez, who kept close pressure throughout the race but couldn't match the winner's late pace. AA Take A Chance claimed third place honors, completing the podium for the day. Trained by Rhonda Tuley and owned by Annette M. Lindstrom, the horse is by Baseq Al Khalediah out of Maamoureh (by Amer), and was ridden by Xavier Perez. The 1700m dirt race, classified as a Grade 1 event for horses aged four years and above, offered a total purse of $200,000. Diamond Gem AA completed the race in a time of 1:57.01, reclaiming the title he had previously won in 2023. The award ceremony was attended by Omar Al Yahyai, member of the diplomatic corps, and Rawdha Al Mansoori from the UAE Embassy in Washington, along with Saeed Al Muhairi, representative of the Higher Organizing Committee of the UAE President's Cup Series, who presented trophies to the winning connections. Meanwhile, pre-race favourite Journalism stormed to victory in the 150th Preakness Stakes, producing a devastating finish to claim the second leg of US horse racing's Triple Crown. Journalism, ridden by Italian jockey Umberto Rispoli, looked set for more disappointment following his second-place finish in the Kentucky Derby after being boxed in coming down the stretch at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. But after clashing with the Bob Baffert-trained 6-1 shot Goal Oriented, Journalism burst through a gap and reeled in 20-1 outsider Gosger to claim a sensational win. Gosger and 4-1 shot Sandman finished second and third respectively. There was a brief delay as stewards reviewed footage of Journalism's skirmish with Goal Oriented before the Michael McCarthy-trained horse was confirmed as the victor. The 36-year-old Rispoli, the two-time Italian Champion Jockey, said the victory owed everything to Journalism's never say die approach. 'I still can't realize what this horse did today,' an emotional Rispoli said moments after crossing the line. 'I got in trouble at the corner pole. But it's all about him -- it's a pleasure and a privilege to ride a horse like him. 'It's just unbelievable. I won one of the legs of the Triple Crown and I'm crying like a kid.'
Al Etihad
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Fifth round of 32nd UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses starts in Rome
18 May 2025 15:40 ROME (WAM)With the support and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the fifth round of the 32nd edition of the UAE President's Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses commenced on Sunday at the historic Capannelle Racecourse in Rome, stage of the series is part of the global racing calendar dedicated to Purebred Arabian horses, reinforcing efforts to ensure the sustainability and advancement of Arabian horse aims to encourage breeders and owners around the world to continue raising and caring for Arabian horses, thereby enhancing their prominence on the world's most elite Italian leg promises a high-calibre European showdown, with 16 elite horses representing top Arabian horse stables across Italy and race is being contested over 2,000 metres on turf, classified as a Group 2 event, and boasts a prize fund of €300, the field is SHM Al Shaheen (Al Mourtajez x Al Shayhaneh bint Munjiz), representing the by Hilal Al Alawi, trained by Elizabeth Bernard Jean Francois, and ridden by Cristian Demuro, this powerful runner enters with high expectations, carrying both exceptional bloodlines and recent form. Joining the battle is Afjan (TM Fred Texas x Mozon by Amer), a strong contender from Al Shaqab Racing and others.
