Manama, Nov. 12 (BNA): His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court and Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club (REHC) High Committee, attended the draw for participating jockeys at the seventh edition of the Bahrain International Trophy, at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay.

HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman said that the numerous international championships and sporting events hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain reflect the Kingdom’s capabilities and competitive advantages, which strengthen its position on the global stage.

HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman noted that such events contribute to supporting the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and supported by the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman noted that the continued success of the Bahrain International Trophy over the years has strengthened the Kingdom’s reputation within the global equestrian and horse racing community, which underscores Bahrain’s ability to host and successfully deliver international championships and races.

HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman also highlighted that the Bahrain International Trophy, set to be held on Friday 14 November, at the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, continues to attract wide participation from leading international stables.

HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman outlined that the strong international turnout reflects the global recognition that the race enjoys within the international equestrian and horse racing community, welcoming all participants and wishing them success.

HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman commended the unwavering dedication and tireless efforts of the members of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, as well as the outstanding contributions of the Club’s partners, whose collective efforts have played a vital role in advancing the Kingdom’s horse racing and equestrian sector and further cementing Bahrain’s standing around the world.

The draw ceremony was attended by a number of dignitaries, officials, and representatives of the event’s sponsors and supporters, as well as horse owners, trainers, participating jockeys, and members of the local and international media.

During the draw, the starting gate numbers were determined for the participating horses from both international and Bahraini stables that will compete in the main race.

The outcomes of the draw were as follows: Lion’s Pride at Gate 1, Military Order at Gate 2, Royal Champion at Gate 3, Bright Picture at Gate 4, Galen at Gate 5, Pride of Arras at Gate 6, Persica at Gate 7, and Calif at Gate 8.

The Bahrain International Trophy will also feature seven additional races held for the cups of the event’s esteemed sponsors: Beyon Group, Bapco Energies, the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), Brown Advisory, Grand Seiko – Bahrain Jewellery Centre, Gulf Air, and Ebrahim Khalil Kanoo – Lexus. These races are expected to deliver strong competition, with leading horses from Bahrain’s top stables vying for the coveted sponsor cups.

Global horse racing enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the commencement of the Bahrain International Trophy on Friday, which promises an exciting showcase of competition among an elite field of international horses representing some of the most prestigious stables in global racing, led by world-renowned jockeys and trainers.

A.S, Z.I