The Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC) will host an exciting Race Day on Thursday, 8th January. The feature race of the day is the Lisha Cup – Thoroughbred Handicap 70-90, a 2000-metre contest with Qr 100,000 in prize money. This highly anticipated race will bring together top thoroughbreds and jockeys for a test of stamina, strategy, and skill under the floodlights of QREC.
The day’s racing card will kick off at 15:00 with the Thoroughbred Maiden Plate (3yo Only, Class 6) over 1300 metres. With a prize of Qr 45,000, this race will showcase young three-year-olds taking their first steps into competitive racing, giving owners and trainers their first glimpse of future talent.
At 15:35, the Thoroughbred Handicap 0-60 (Class 6) will follow over 1200 metres, also offering Qr 45,000. Expect a competitive sprint where jockeys will need precise timing and strategy to gain an early advantage.
The Local Purebred Arabian Handicap 0-65 (Class 6) will run at 16:10, covering 1200 metres with Qr 45,000 in prize money. Fans will witness the grace, agility, and lineage of local Arabians, as each horse strives for victory in a tightly contested field.
Racing intensity will increase with the Thoroughbred Handicap 55-75 (Class 5, Div 1) at 16:45 and Div 2 at 17:20, each over 1300 metres and offering Qr 50,000. Both races will test the tactical skills of jockeys as they navigate challenging fields under growing anticipation.
The Purebred Arabian Novice Plate (Class 5) will take place at 17:55 over 2000 metres with Qr 55,000 in prize money. This longer race will challenge the endurance of novice Arabians while providing an exciting display of emerging talent.
At 18:30, the Local Purebred Arabian Handicap 75-95 (Class 3) will cover 1200 metres, offering Qr 70,000. As the evening sets in and the track lights shine bright, spectators will enjoy a thrilling sprint from top-class local Arabians.
The Thoroughbred Handicap 85-105 (Class 2) at 19:05 over 1100 metres will precede the feature race, with Qr 65,000 on offer. This fast-paced contest will see high-quality thoroughbreds pushing their limits in preparation for the day’s highlight.
Finally, the spotlight will be on the Lisha Cup – Thoroughbred Handicap 70-90, the day’s crown jewel. Scheduled at 19:40, this 2000-metre Class 3 race carries the richest prize of the day at Qr 100,000. Spectators can expect a thrilling contest of stamina, strategy, and determination as top thoroughbreds battle for victory, culminating in what promises to be a spectacular finale to the day’s program.
Thursday’s Races at QREC promises excitement for fans of all ages, from young rising stars to seasoned champions. Each race will deliver moments of tension, triumph, and sheer equestrian brilliance, making it a day to remember in Qatar’s racing calendar.
Qatar racecards 8 January present a structured and competitive International Race Day at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club. For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to Racebuzz.