‘Source of pride for kingdom’

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THE Bahrain International Trophy’s promotion to Group One status is a source of great pride for the kingdom and it is an achievement that must be shared by the whole horseracing…

HORSERACING – THE Bahrain International Trophy’s promotion to Group One status is a source of great pride for the kingdom and it is an achievement that must be shared by the whole horseracing community.

This was highlighted by Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC) High Committee representative for international racing Shaikh Salman bin Rashed Al Khalifa.

“Being a Group One race means a lot to our horseracing community in the kingdom,” Shaikh Salman told the GDN ahead of today’s running of the $1.5 million Bahrain International Trophy. “If you walk around this room, you’ll notice the enthusiasm and pride of the people of Bahrain.

“The growth of horseracing in the kingdom is for everyone, especially for all who are linked to this race, whether they are a trainer, an owner, a jockey, or a racing fan. Everyone is part of this success, and it’s a great time for us – a historical time.”

A Group One race is the highest level of professional horseracing in the world. The Bahrain International Trophy has been elevated to the top tier in only its eighth running, and Shaikh Salman credits Prime Minister’s Court Minister and REHC High Committee chairman Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa for this incredible prestige.

“I’d like to thank His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman for his guidance and vision, which has led to this huge success,” Shaikh Salman said. “We’re hosting the first Group One race in the kingdom. It’s the strongest field we’ve ever had in Bahrain in terms of quality and the rating of horses, and I’m sure it’s going to be a thrilling and very exciting race.”

In addition to the Bahrain International Trophy, Shaikh Salman noted that there is plenty more to look forward to in this Golden Jubilee season of REHC. This includes the all-new $400,000 Gulf of Bahrain Cup, which will also be taking place as part of today’s stacked race programme in Sakhir.

“It’s really nice to have the first edition of the Gulf of Bahrain Cup on the same day as the Bahrain…

“There…

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