The Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club witnessed a measured build-up of intensity on Friday evening as Bahrain Turf Club staged the 13th meeting of the season on January 9, a nine-race card that unfolded smoothly between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm. From early juvenile contests to seasoned sprinters and middle-distance performers, the programme carried a sense of balance and progression, culminating in two feature races – STC JUSOOR CUP and JEEL ICT CUP each carrying a total prize of BHD 4,000, that anchored the meeting both competitively and commercially.
The afternoon began with Race 1 – STC WAHO CUP, where Al Kray 1966, Al Suwaitieh 1953, and Al Suwaiteh M1123 set the early tone. AL KRAY 1966, a four-year-old filly, delivered a composed performance under Ebrahim Nader, clocking 1:25.795 for trainer Abdulla Kuwaiti. Representing Al Wasmiya and bred by Al Roudha Stud, the winner showed maturity beyond her age to open the meeting confidently.
Momentum continued in Race 2 – STC 1783 CUP, as Anwaar, Jarham, and Eighth Avenue filled the frame. ANWAAR, another four-year-old filly, responded sharply to Hasan Al Saffar’s handling, stopping the clock at 1:24.048. Trained by Ali Abdulmajeed for Al Mohamediya Racing and bred by P Flynn, the victory highlighted consistency within the stable.
Stamina came to the fore in Race 3 – STC PAY CUP, where Mossaafer, Channagide, and Harbour Spirit dominated proceedings. The five-year-old gelding MOSSAAFER stayed resolutely over the trip, recording 2:35.080 under Hussain Asghar. Trained by Adel Abdulla and racing for Salah Racing, the Hyde Park Stud and Lissglen Bloodstock-bred runner underlined staying credentials.
The competitive edge sharpened in Race 4 – INSPIREU CUP, as Sky Advocate, Hardtail, and Young Ireland battled for honours. SKY ADVOCATE, a four-year-old gelding, justified confidence with a controlled success in 1:50.966, guided by Soufiane Saadi for trainer Ali Abdulmajeed, breeder Lodge Park Stud and owner Al Mohamediya Racing.
Feature status was fully justified in Race 5 – STC JUSOOR CUP, where Pheonix, Baraak, and Dick Dastardly delivered a race worthy of its billing. PHEONIX, a four-year-old colt, travelled strongly before asserting late under Lee Newman. Trained by Paul Smith for M and E Racing and bred by Safra Stud, the winner posted 1:52.012 in a performance marked by authority.
That standard carried seamlessly into Race 6 – JEEL ICT CUP, as Wanisa, Illuminate, and Perast contested another high-quality affair. WANISA, a four-year-old filly, showed resilience and balance, stopping the clock at 1:52.908. Benoit De La Sayette partnered the Haider Ebrahim-trained runner, owned and bred by Mohammed Khalid Abdulrahim and Khalid Abdulrahim respectively.
Speed returned sharply in Race 7 – STC BAHRAIN SPRINT CUP, where Blue Day, Spangled Mac, and Mearall flashed home. BLUE DAY, a five-year-old gelding, thrived in the sprint setup, recording a brisk 1:11.833 under Rosie Jessop for trainer George Scott and owner Victorious Forever.
The penultimate contest, Race 8 – STC BAHRAIN CUP, saw Golden Arrow, Hamiya, and Authority emerge from a tightly contested sprint. GOLDEN ARROW, trained by Osama Hashim, delivered a sharp finish in 1:14.288, with Abdulla Al Hawaj aboard for Al Hermes Racing.
The evening closed on a promising note in Race 9 – ROVA CUP, as Shareefa, Fury, and San Diego rounded out the card. SHAREEFA, a three-year-old filly, showed precocity and control to win in 1:16.155, ridden by Hussain Asghar for trainer Fawzi Nass and owners Al Mohamediya Racing.
With nine races completed and two standout features reinforcing their prestige, the Bahrain Race Results 9 January reflected Bahrain Turf Club’s steady rhythm this season — competitive, progressive, and firmly rooted in quality.
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