Al Ain Racecourse will buzz with energy on Saturday, 3 January, as seven captivating races line up under the evening sky. The spotlight will shine brightest on the fourth race—a Listed showdown with AED 150,000 at stake—where daring jockeys and talented horses will battle for glory, and racing fans will witness unforgettable drama.
The evening will kick off at 17:00 with the first race, a Maiden contest over 1800 meters carrying AED 70,000 in prize money. Young horses aiming to make their mark will take to the track, and spectators can expect early excitement as debutants chase their first career triumph. Following closely at 17:30, the second race—a Handicap (0-90) also over 1800 meters with AED 70,000 on offer—will provide experienced horses a chance to shine while jockeys employ tactical brilliance to seize victory.
Race 3, another Maiden over 1800 meters with a total prize of AED 70,000, will run at 18:00. This race will showcase rising stars and ambitious newcomers seeking to leave a lasting impression on the Al Ain dirt track. But the energy of the evening will reach its peak at 18:30, when the fourth race—the day’s highlight Listed event—will take center stage. With AED 150,000 in prize money on the line, this contest promises a thrilling clash of equine talent, where every stride and every jockey’s decision could decide the outcome.
The action will continue with the fifth race at 19:00, a Maiden over 1600 meters offering AED 70,000, giving emerging stars another chance to prove themselves under the floodlights. Then at 19:30, the sixth race—a Conditions event over 1600 meters with AED 85,000 at stake—will feature competitors who are steadily making their mark on the local racing scene. The evening will conclude with the seventh race at 20:00, a rapid 1000-meter Conditions contest also offering AED 85,000, ensuring a fast-paced and thrilling finale to an action-packed night.
From promising newcomers to seasoned campaigners, Saturday evening at Al Ain will be brimming with emotion, strategy, and unrelenting speed. Fans will feel the collective heartbeat of anticipation as horses thunder down the track, knowing that each race could deliver triumph, heartbreak, or unforgettable glory. With the Listed fourth race as the crown jewel of the night, Al Ain promises a racing experience that will linger in memory long after the last finish line is crossed.
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