Bahrain prepares for historic King’s Cup horse racing festival

TDT | Manama

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Preparations are in full swing at the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club for the 2025 His Majesty the King’s Cup Horse Racing Festival, set to take place on March 6-7 at the Al Raffa racecourse.

This year’s edition marks a significant milestone, introducing a new level of competition and excitement by attracting top-tier horses from Bahrain and beyond. Notably, it will be the first time in Bahrain’s history that horse races are held during the nights of the holy month of Ramadan.

The festival will feature 16 races over two days, including His Majesty’s Cup for imported, local, and Arabian horses. Among the contenders is Phantom Flight of Victorious Stable, aiming for a season double after winning the Crown Prince Cup. He will face strong competition from Zagato of Mohammedia Stable, a former winner in 2022, and Sovereign Spirit of Al Affo Stable, who finished second in the Crown Prince Cup.

International participation includes UAE’s Godolphin Stables, fielding King of Conquest in pursuit of a second King’s Cup title after Warren Point’s previous triumph. Meanwhile, Ireland’s Snellin will also compete.

The festival will conclude the Bahrain International Horse Racing Championship, now in its fourth year, with top-performing horses from previous rounds vying for final honors.

Free tickets will be available to fans via the Bahrainturfclub. com website, and the event will feature public prize draws and a best-dressed competition, adding a festive atmosphere to Bahrain’s premier horse racing event.