As twilight drapes the mountains of Taif, the King Khalid Racecourse awakens in golden glow, where thunderous hooves chase glory beneath the lights and summer nights shimmer with racing delight. Come for the thrill, stay for the magic—the season has officially begun.
The Saudi Flat Season 2025 gallops into motion on Friday, 25th July 2025 at the majestic King Khalid Racecourse in Taif. Racing fans can look forward to weekly race nights every Friday and Saturday through late September, offering a mix of elite competition, Arabian classics, and family-friendly entertainment. The opening evening blends high-octane turf action with premium hospitality and free grandstand admission.
From 3:00 PM to 8:45 PM, the venue transforms into a vibrant night racing festival. Highlights include racing under lights, gourmet food trucks, local crafts, and the luxurious Nabd Al Nadi lounges, making it a perfect outing for families and racegoers alike.
Full Card for Opening Night – 25th July
Race 1: The Arabian Horses Fillies Maiden
3:50 PM | 1200m | SAR 40,000
Seventeen three-year-old Arabian fillies including Al Nayla, Hala Alraila, and Hayjaa Zakhir compete in the season’s first race.
Race 2: Arabian Colts & Geldings Maiden
4:20 PM | 1200m | SAR 40,000
Eighteen debutants like Ahmas and Albaron vie for maiden success.
Race 3: The Maiden
4:45 PM | 1200m | SAR 40,000
Watch Aeital, Almontser, and Ba’amrak battle in a race for two-year-olds of all sexes.
Race 4: Local Bred Fillies Maiden
5:10 PM | 1200m | SAR 40,000
Top fillies include Ae’saasah, Alssahalah, and Habibat Lolo in a competitive dirt contest.
Race 5: Local Bred Maiden
5:35 PM | 1200m | SAR 40,000
Locally bred runners like Alashwsi, Azraq Alqorain, and Davinshi line up in this high-speed showdown.
Race 6: Shubra Cup Prep Open (Local Bred)
6:05 PM | 1200m | SAR 120,000
Veterans including Alfraim and Ibn Hadhbaan gear up for the season’s prestigious sprints.
Race 7: Al Hada Cup Prep Open (Local Bred)
6:30 PM | 1400m | SAR 85,000
Top 3-year-olds like Almitaeb Sweet and Fiery Aroo prep for Al Hada Cup glory.
Race 8: The Maiden
6:55 PM | 1400m | SAR 40,000
Up-and-coming colts, fillies, and geldings clash in a wide-open maiden event.
Race 9: The Fillies Open
7:25 PM | 1400m | SAR 120,000
Dance Desire, Rocket Money, and Princess Alex headline this open sprint for older fillies.
Race 10: JCSA Almaseef Cup Prep (Local Bred)
7:55 PM | 1600m | SAR 120,000
Fan favorites like Alghadaf and Eajabee wrap up the night in a fierce mile showdown.
What to Expect from the Saudi Flat Season 2025 Weekend Racing
With over SAR 23 million in prize money to be won across 200 races this season, the Saudi Flat Season 2025 is poised to deliver drama, talent, and triumph every weekend. From maiden hopefuls to seasoned champions, Taif’s mountain-ringed racecourse offers a racing experience like no other in the region.
Visit RaceBuzz.com for results, race replays, and analysis from the Opening Weekend Race Night 2025.
