Dubai: The Emirates Racing Authority announced the participation of 40 Arabian and Thoroughbred horses in five races over a distance of 1,000 metres in the 11th trial race, held this evening at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai.
According to Emirates News Agency, the authority stated that the trial race included three races for Purebred Arabian horses with the participation of 25 horses, in addition to two races for Thoroughbred horses featuring 15 horses. The trial aimed to assess the readiness of the horses and their ability to compete in upcoming races.
The authority detailed that 15 horses making their first appearance in racing participated in two races for Purebred Arabians, alongside one race involving 10 horses that had previously competed. This initiative provides a platform for new horses to showcase their potential while allowing experienced horses to demonstrate their capabilities.
Additionally, two races were held for Thoroughbred horses, with 15 competitors, including 13 making their debut and two with prior racing experience. This mix of debutants and seasoned participants highlights the dynamic nature of the trial race series.
Rashid Al Balooshi, a member of the Supervisory Committee at the Emirates Racing Authority, commented on the success of the races since the start of the current season. He emphasized that the progression to the 11th station underscores the significant importance of the authority-approved trial races. The strong engagement from jockeys with the objectives of these events plays a crucial role in ensuring the readiness of horses to compete on racetracks across the UAE.