In a thrilling display of equestrian excellence, Saudi Arabia’s finest horses are poised to make their mark at the prestigious Dubai World Cup night, held at the iconic Meydan Racecourse this Saturday. Among these illustrious competitors, Asfan Al-Khalediah and Saudi Crown emerge as formidable contenders, carrying the hopes and pride of the Kingdom.
Asfan Al-Khalediah’s recent victory in the G1 Diriyah Gate Development Authority Obaiyah Arabian Classic during the Saudi Cup night reaffirmed his dominance with an impressive 17 consecutive wins. Now, he sets his sights on the G1 Dubai Kahayla Classic, where he’ll share the stage with his stablemate Tilal Al-Khalediah, a force to be reckoned with boasting nine wins out of 11 races.
Mutlaq bin Mishriff, representing Al-Khalediah Stables, exudes confidence in the prowess of these equine champions, emphasizing their stellar track records and the shared aspiration to bring glory to Saudi Arabia, championed by Prince Khalid bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz and Al-Khalediah.
Joining the fray in the Kahayla Classic is Dergham Athbah, trained by Lucas Gaitan, further amplifying Saudi Arabia’s presence on the esteemed racecourse. Gaitan’s decision to bring Dergham Athbah to Dubai stems from the horse’s outstanding form post-Obaiyah, sparking hopes for a remarkable performance in the upcoming event.
In the $12 million Dubai World Cup, Saudi representation shines bright with Defunded, trained by Abdulaziz K Mishref, ready to challenge top-tier competitors. Mishref expresses confidence in Defunded’s potential, expecting an enhanced performance following rigorous training preparations.
All eyes are also on Saudi Crown, trained by Brad Cox in the USA, as he confidently strides into the G2 Godolphin Mile, carrying the aspirations of FMQ Stables adorned in the iconic silver silks of Faisal Al-Qahtani. Accompanying Saudi Crown is Scotland Yard, a seasoned contender boasting numerous victories in Saudi Arabia’s premier races.
With the stage set for a spectacle of speed and skill, Saudi-owned and trained horses stand poised to etch their names in history at the Dubai World Cup night, epitomizing the spirit of excellence and fierce competition on the global stage.