In the presence of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) Chairman, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the SCYS, President of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), and His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), and Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC) High Committee, the REHC organized today the 19th race of this season, including the fifth round of the fourth edition of the Bahrain Turf Series, at its racecourse in Al Raffa, Sakhir.
The race was held over the Cups of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and those of his children, HH Shaikha Sheema bint Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Hamdan bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and HH Shaikh Khaled bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa as well as the Cups of the Bahrain Vision and Al Sakhir.
The eight-round race saw the attendance of a number of Their Highnesses, prominent figures, sponsors' representatives, and a large audience of equestrian sports enthusiasts, all of whom were thrilled by the strong competitions and the exceptional atmosphere of the fifth round of the Bahrain Turf Series.
Marking the event, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa affirmed the constant commitment to support horseracing in the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is witnessing significant progress that reinforces the Kingdom's distinguished position in the world of horseracing.
“This position has been achieved thanks to the continuous interest of HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, who is the greatest supporter of equestrianism. His Majesty’s directives emphasize the importance of caring for various equestrian and horse sports in the Kingdom,”His Highness added.
Moreover, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa praised the support of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in developing horseracing in the Kingdom and facilitating for the best conditions and resources to achieve the highest standards.
Furthermore, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa commended the organizational success of the race held over his Cups and those of his children, applauding the efforts exerted by the REHC’s High Committee, chaired by HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. His Highness highlighted their role in advancing the Club and implementing development plans and projects, which have contributed to the growth of horseracing in the Kingdom and the achievement of notable successes in organizing international championships and races, wishing the Club further progress and success.
Finally, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa congratulated the winning owners, trainers, and jockeys who came first in the Cups of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and his children, praising the high technical levels and exciting competitions that characterized the rounds. “These factors confirm the excellent preparations by the owners, trainers and jockeys and reflect the high standard of Bahraini horseracing,” His Highness concluded.
Following the conclusion of the races, the winners of the cups were announced, and HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa presented His Highness’s Cup to HH Shaikh Sultan Al Deen bin Mohammad bin Salman Al Khalifa.
Shaikh Duaij bin Salman bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, BOD Chairman of the Horse Welfare Authority, presented the Cups of the children of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa to the winners. He handed the first round trophy to jockey Abdulla Faisal, the second round trophy to Shaikh Isa bin Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa, the third round trophy to HH Shaikh Isa bin Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa, the fourth round trophy to Abdulla Fawzi Nass, and the fifth round trophy to the winning owner, Abdulla Sami Nass.
Meanwhile, the winners of the fifth round of the Bahrain Turf Series were announced, and Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of Beyon, presented the Bahrain Vision Cup to HH Shaikh Sultan Al Deen bin Mohammad bin Salman Al Khalifa, along with two awards to the winning trainer and jockey. Additionally, Mr. Fahad Mohammed Danish, Chief HR Officer at Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), presented Al Sakhir Cup to the owner’s representative of the winning horse, Steve Bower as well as two awards to the winning trainer and jockey.