A vibrant and fiercely contested programme unfolded at the Bahrain Turf Club (BTC) on 26 February, delivering decisive outcomes across all divisions. The meeting featured strong performances and well-executed rides as connections targeted victory on the turf surface under competitive conditions.
Race 1 – H.H.SH.Sultan Bin Hamad Al Khalifa WAHO Cup was claimed by RABDAN. Jockey Ebrahim Nader guided the winner for trainer Adel Abdulla and owner Al Roudha. Rabdan completed the race in 1:22.227 after producing a controlled effort from a forward position and responding strongly in the closing stages to secure the opening result.
Race 2 – H.H.SH.Khalifa Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Cup produced victory for LADY HURRICANE. The horse was ridden by Hasan Asghar, trained by Paul Smith and owned by L & L Racing. Lady Hurricane stopped the clock at 1:10.954, showing sharp pace and tactical awareness while maintaining dominance throughout the contest.
In Race 3 – H.H.SH.Mohamed Bin Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Apprentice Cup, LABALABA delivered a powerful performance. Mohammed Jamil partnered the winner for trainer Adel Abdulla and owner Al Jood Racing. The horse recorded 59.535, displaying strong acceleration and consistent momentum to take control in the decisive phase.
Race 4 – Horse Welfare Authority Cup resulted in a determined success for DREAM OUT LOUD. Abdulla Faisal rode the winner for trainer Jaber Ramadhan and owner Hasan Mefareh Alajmi. Dream Out Loud finished in 1:10.971 after holding firm under pressure and producing a strong finishing run to claim victory.
Midway through the programme, Race 5 – H.H.SH.Mohamed Bin Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Cup saw CHIMGAN secure top honours. Neil Callan guided the horse for trainer Ali Abdulmajeed and owner Al Mohamediya Racing. Chimgan crossed the line in 1:22.631 after maintaining steady rhythm and accelerating effectively in the final stages.
Race 6 – H.H.SH.Abdulla Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Cup was won by SAN DIEGO. Husain Makki partnered the winner for trainer Fawzi Nass and owner Abdulla Fawzi Nass. San Diego completed the trip in 1:36.491, demonstrating consistency, strong positioning and sustained power through the decisive stretch.
The feature event, Race 7 – H.H.SH.Sultan Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Cup, unfolded with authority as WHATHAPPENSINVEGAS delivered a commanding performance. Anas Al Siyabi rode the winner for trainer Ali Jan and owner Vegas Racing. The horse posted a time of 2:28.844, controlling the race over the longer distance and finishing with confidence to secure the feature result.
Bringing the meeting to a close, Race 8 – H.H.SH.Ahmed Bin Mohamed Bin Salman Al Khalifa Cup was claimed by AL NADER. Anas Al Siyabi completed a double on the day, steering the winner for trainer Samir Dawood and owner A. Jalil Salman Hasan. Al Nader finished in 2:21.721, delivering a strong final performance to conclude the eight-race card.
Overall, the fixture reflected depth and competitiveness across all categories, producing clear results and strong performances throughout under Bahrain Race Results 26 February.
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