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Heart, Heritage, and High Stakes Collide at King Abdulaziz Racecourse on November 14

Horses racing at King Abdulaziz Racecourse during the HRH Prince Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabeer Cup in Riyadh
By | 13 Nov 2025 | Mumbai

This Friday, 14th November 2025, the King Abdulaziz Racecourse will awaken with a symphony of hooves, heart, and high-stakes competition. The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia (JCSA) invites racing aficionados to witness a day where skill, ambition, and equestrian brilliance converge, reaching its zenith in the HRH Prince Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabeer Cup (Domestic Group 2) — a majestic 2000m contest with a SAR 500,000 prize, where the Kingdom’s finest thoroughbreds, jockeys, and trainers vie for glory.

The afternoon unfolds at 3:40pm with the Local Bred Horses Who Won 0-2 sprint over 1200m. Young, vibrant, and full of promise, these early contenders set the tone with energy and speed, signaling the start of a day brimming with competition.

At 4:05pm, the Local Bred Maiden returns to the 1200m distance. This race celebrates potential and ambition, offering spectators glimpses of raw talent and tactical acumen from emerging riders.

The intensity rises at 4:35pm with Horses Who Won 0-1, a 1400m challenge. Here, strategy intertwines with speed, promising thrilling finishes where clever riding may tip the scales in favor of the shrewdest competitors.

Mid-afternoon sees the program turn to handicap contests. At 5:00pm, the Local Bred Handicap 0-75 over 1400m tests both agility and stamina, while the 1800m race at 5:30pm demands endurance and tactical brilliance as participants contend for SAR 85,000 prizes.

As the sun casts its golden glow over the track, Arabian thoroughbreds take center stage. At 6:00pm, the Arabian Horses Who Won 0-1 gallop over 1800m, showcasing the next generation of rising stars. By 6:30pm, the Local Bred Maiden returns, this time over 1600m offering SAR 40,000, with ambitious contenders eager to claim their first victory under expert guidance.

The evening heats up with 1600m clashes at 7:00pm and 7:25pm. Local Bred Horses Who Won 0-2 and Arabian Horses Who Won 0-3 will battle with a blend of speed and strategy, setting the stage for the day’s crowning spectacle.

At 8:05pm, the spotlight shines on the HRH Prince Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabeer Cup — the defining moment of the meeting. Across 2000m, the Kingdom’s elite thoroughbreds, trainers, and jockeys collide in a masterclass of endurance, speed, and strategy. With SAR 500,000 at stake, every stride carries history, honor, and aspiration.

The finale features long-distance showdowns. At 8:35pm, the Local Bred Handicap 0-75 over 2400m tests stamina and grit, while the meeting concludes with the Prep for Crown Prince Cup Open at 9:00pm, a 2400m contest that promises a dramatic and fitting close to a day brimming with exhilaration offering SAR 120,000 as prize money.

From fledgling prospects to seasoned champions, the King Abdulaziz Racecourse transforms into a theatre of speed, skill, and passion, culminating in the drama and prestige of the HRH Prince Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabeer Cup — a race that will be remembered for years to come.

Stay connected to RaceBuzz for all the latest updates, results, and exclusive insights from this spectacular day of racing.

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