In the presence and follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, Honorary President of the Royal Bahraini Equestrian and Endurance Racing Federation, the His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa Championship for International and Local Endurance Races and Private Stables was held, organized by the Royal Bahraini Equestrian and Endurance Racing Federation. In the Bahrain International Endurance Village with wide participation.
His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa was keen to follow the stages of the private stables race and the 120 km international race, as His Highness’s follow-up and directives contributed to giving the riders a great incentive to provide the best levels, especially since His Highness’s directives are considered a beacon for the riders and an incentive to gain experience.
On this occasion, His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa stressed that the outstanding levels witnessed by the championship reflect the status of Bahraini ability and the stages of its development and its reaching the highest levels, especially since the championships organized by the Royal Bahraini Equestrian and Endurance Federation are considered a gateway to brilliance in foreign competitions.
His Highness pointed out that the federation is reaping the fruits of the ambitious plan it is pursuing in creating the ideal atmosphere for riders, especially from the youth category, who are moving steadily towards continuing to shine and flourishing Bahraini capabilities. His Highness praised the outstanding contribution of all participants in the tournament.
His Highness congratulated the knights who won first place in the private stables race, indicating that the private stables possess high capabilities and confirm that they are on the right path towards keeping Bahraini capabilities always at the forefront.
Issa bin Abdullah praises Nasser bin Hamad’s support
For his part, His Highness Sheikh Isa bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Royal Bahraini Federation for Equestrian and Endurance Racing, expressed his thanks and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Honorary President of the Royal Bahraini Federation for Equestrian and Endurance Racing, for His Highness’s continued support. Which contributed to the advancement of Bahraini capabilities and its reaching prestigious levels in the world, indicating that this support constitutes a great incentive for the Union to continue achieving the desired goals.
His Highness praised the outstanding levels witnessed by the championship in all races, which constitute an incentive to continue providing all the needs of the stables and jockeys and to always be keen to maintain the solid base that the Bahraini ability possesses. His Highness extended his congratulations to all the jockeys who won first places.
Crowning champions
His Highness Sheikh Isa bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Royal Bahraini Equestrian and Endurance Racing Federation, crowned the first-place winning riders in the 120 km private stables race, where the first place was won by the equestrian Sheikha Najla bint Salman Al Khalifa from the Al-Safnat Stable, while the second place was won by the horsewoman Sheikha Najla bint Salman Al Khalifa from the Al-Safnat Stable. Jockey Ahmed Khaled Al-Thawadi from RM Stable, and third place goes to jockey Hamad Ismail Al-Balushi from Al-Ajyal Stable.
Sheikha Najla bint Salman Al Khalifa won first place after she finished the race with a time of (4 hours, 31 minutes and 54 seconds), while Hamad Khaled Al-Thawadi finished the race with a time of (4 hours, 39 minutes and 9 seconds), and the jockey Hamad Ismail Al-Balushi finished the race with a time of (4 hours, 39 minutes and 9 seconds). (4 hours, 42 minutes and 18 seconds).
Leading the international race
Al-Zaeem’s team topped the 120 km international race, with the horsewoman Sheikha Shea Al-Shadin bint Salman Al Khalifa coming in first, followed by her teammates Mayouf Al-Rumaihi and Jaber Badr second and third.
Indescribable happiness
Equestrian woman Sheikha Najla bint Salman Al Khalifa expressed her great happiness at winning the title of His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa’s 120 km Private Stables Championship, stressing that this coronation is the result of the directives and support of His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa for all riders and His Highness’ constant keenness to provide guidance. And follow-up to the knights.
She pointed out that the stages of the race were difficult and intense in light of the strong and open competition between the participating riders, who made great efforts to achieve positive results. She said: “The race witnessed high speeds and wide fluctuations in positions. I was able to translate the technical plan with which we entered the race, which was drawn up by the technical staff.” Under the leadership of my dear father, Sheikh Salman bin Saqr Al Khalifa, who played an influential role in achieving this victory through continuous follow-up.”
She added, “I extend my thanks to all the members of Al-Safnat Stable. We have been working for this tournament for a long time, and thank God we were able to win the precious title.”
