Al Ain Racecourse will host a full evening of Purebred Arabian racing on Thursday, 4 December 2025, featuring a seven-race card designed to showcase developing talent, competitive handicappers, and familiar names returning for another test. With varied distances and well-structured prize money across the programme, the meeting promises a solid midweek offering for trainers, owners, and racing fans alike.
The action begins at 17:00 with Race 1, the Purebred Arabian Handicap (0–95) over 2000m, carrying AED 80,000. The longer trip should immediately highlight staying ability and race fitness.
At 17:30, the evening shifts to emerging runners in Race 2, the Purebred Arabian Maiden over 1800m for AED 70,000, a contest where many will be looking to take the first meaningful step in their careers.
Youngsters take the stage again at 18:00 in Race 3, the Purebred Arabian Maiden (3YO) over 1600m, worth AED 70,000. A competitive group of three-year-olds is expected, with several likely to improve sharply with experience. Another mile contest follows at 18:30 with Race 4, the Purebred Arabian Never Won 2, offering AED 80,000—a valuable chance for horses still finding consistency to move forward.
Momentum continues at 19:00 with Race 5, the Purebred Arabian Handicap (0–85) over 1600m for AED 70,000, where seasoned handicappers should bring depth and reliability to the field. That leads into one of the stronger races of the night at 19:30: Race 6, the Purebred Arabian Handicap (75–100) over 1400m, carrying AED 80,000. With higher-rated and more polished campaigners lining up, this race is expected to deliver one of the evening’s sharper contests.
The programme wraps up at 20:00 with Race 7, the Purebred Arabian Handicap (0–70) over a quick 1000m, worth AED 70,000. The short-course sprint traditionally offers a fast, clean finish to the night’s racing, often producing tight margins and late surges through the final 200m.
With a clear mix of maiden opportunities, competitive handicaps, and a strong mid-card feature, Al Ain’s December meeting is set to offer straightforward, engaging racing without unnecessary drama. Connections will find chances at every level, and fans can expect an evenly built evening programme that keeps interest steady from start to finish.
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