Author: MUSTAFA BADAWI

USA, Lone Star Park 17 October 2024 After two runner-up finishes, the three-year-old filly AA Burning Ash (Burning Sand X Richly Kep), owned by Ruggeri, Nicole and Ruggeri, Andre, showcased her exceptional talent by winning the Maiden Special Weight – Arabian (6.5 Furlongs). Trained by Nicole Ruggeri and expertly ridden by Victor Manuel Urieta, Jr., the filly displayed remarkable determination and skill. Positioned behind the early pace, AA Burning Ash steadily gained momentum and made her move in the final stages, rallying to draw clear and secure a well-earned victory. This impressive performance marks a significant milestone in her young…

Tunisia, Kassar Said track 13 October 2024 Ouerfelli (Kandar du falgas X idara) owned by Imad Al-Tarabulsi, trained by Ayman Al-Jabbari, and ridden by jockey Anis Bel Fakih,showed and performance and won the cheikh el arab (G3) for the 3 years old.

UAE, Abu Dhabi 17 October 2024 H.H Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, has ordered an increase in the prize value of the President of the UAE Cup for Arabian horses. The prize will be raised by AED 3.5 million, bringing the total to AED 8 million, making it one of the highest value races worldwide. The 32nd edition of the President of the UAE Cup, covering a distance of 2200 meters, will take place on December 15 at the Abu Dhabi…

France, Hippodrome de Tarbes 12 October 2024 For whole horses, geldings, and mares aged 4 and over, ENDLESS ( Valentine Boy X Sand Witchh) bred and owned by Guy Neivens, trained by D. Morisson, and ridden by Ms. Margot Romary, displayed an impressive turn of foot. Reaching the leaders just before the finish line, ENDLESS emerged victorious by the slimmest margin, edging out NEMR and ALSAFINA.

Italy, Hippodrome de San Siro 13 October 2024 Lightning Thunder has faced a string of near-misses in pattern races reserved for thoroughbred Arabians. After being narrowly beaten in photo finishes by El Paso on 1 September in Baden-Baden (Group 2) and on 22 September in Duindigt (Group 3) by Farida P, it was time for another heartbreak in Milan. Coached by the Dutch trainer Karin Van den Bos, Lightning Thunder this time fell short to the impressive 10-year-old Ayman in the Milan Jockey Club PSA (Group 3, 1800 meters), the most important autumn event in Italy for PSAs. Leading from…

Spain, Galcia Racecourse 12 October 2024 Premio Wathba Stallions Cup for 3 Years & Older (M&F) – 1600m In a stunning display of dominance, the 8-year-old mare Palombina de Llanes (sired by Adal Quito and out of Becstar) demonstrated her exceptional abilities against the males. Leading from start to finish, she increased her margin in the final 800 meters, ultimately winning the Wathba Stallions Cup by a comfortable length. Result: 1.Palombina de Llanes (Adal Quito x Becstar) 2.Daian GA 3.JB Laztana 3.JB LAZTANA

Oman, 13 October 2024 Strengthening the fraternal ties between Oman and the UAE in equestrian sports and horse racing, Mr. Mundhir bin Saif bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Chairman of the Oman Equestrian Federation, recently hosted His Excellency Faisal Al Rahmani, Chairman of the International Federation of Purebred Arabian Horse Racing. The meeting covered various aspects related to horse racing at Gulf, regional, and international levels. Enhancing Relations His Excellency Faisal Al Rahmani emphasized that this visit is a continuation of previous mutual exchanges with the Oman Equestrian Federation. The goal is to fortify the brotherly relations between the two nations…

Libya, Misrata Martyrs’ race track 12 October 2024 Martyrs’ Cup of Misrata Horse Race – Results for the Fourth Qualifying Week Seventeenth Race – Purebred Arabian Horses CLASS-1, Distance of 2100m, All Ages, Males and Females. Results: Race Time: 2:40:69 minutes

USA, Lone Star Park 11 October 2024 The 2024 $38,000 Texas Arabian Juvenile (G3) – Filly Division witnessed a stellar performance by AA Burning Dawn. Bred in Colorado by Garrett Ford, this remarkable daughter of Burning Sand is owned by Andre and Nicole Ruggeri.

USA, Lone Star Park 11 October 2024 Rosebrook Farms LLC’s RB Boyfrynd continues to make a mark at Lone Star Park, securing his second consecutive win this meet in the $38,000 Texas Lone Star Juvenile Stakes (G3). Under the expert guidance of trainer Jerenesto Torrez and ridden to victory by jockey Ernesto Valdez-Jiminez, RB Boyfrynd showcased his exceptional talent and competitive spirit. Bred in Florida by Dianne Waldron, RB Boyfrynd is by RB Burn, out of the TH Richie mare named Rich Frynd. This promising colt’s pedigree and impressive performances hint at a bright future in the racing world.