Turkey, Veliefendi Race Course 8 September 2024
The prestigious G3 International UAE President Cup Series Malazgirt race took place at the Istanbul Veliefendi Racecourse. for Arabian horses aged 3 and up, was contested over a 1600-meter grass track. The event saw a thrilling performance by Berkenin Kızı, a 5-year-old mare sired by Kaizbert out of İpekela, with Haberbatur as the dam.
Victory for Berkenin Kızı
Owned by Elçin Doğan Kuru, bred by Fatih Kuru, and trained by İbrahim Bekiroğulları, Berkenin Kızı was ridden to victory by jockey Vedat Abiş. This win marked her first Group victory of the year, adding to her impressive resume which includes a recent win in the Kv-6 Bakırköy Municipality race.
Race Highlights
Berkenin Kızı started the race positioned just behind the leading group of four. Under the expert guidance of Vedat Abiş, who was riding her for the first time, she maintained her position until the final stretch. At the 400-meter mark, she began her decisive move, taking the lead at 300 meters with a powerful surge from the outside. She maintained her lead, finishing strong and preventing her rivals from closing the gap.
Top Finishers
- 1st Place: Berkenin Kızı (Kaizbert – İpekela, Haberbatur)
- 2nd Place: Mister Win (Kaizbert)
- 3rd Place: Tuncer (Kaizbert)
