ENDURANCE HORSERACING – COMPETITIONS of the National Day Endurance Championship began yesterday at the Bahrain International Endurance Village with wide participation from riders and stables in both international and local races.
The championship has been organised by the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (Breef) on the occasion of Bahrain’s National Day celebration and the 26th anniversary of His Majesty King Hamad’s accession to the throne.
The opening day featured witnessed competitive performances across all categories. Victorious Team led the international 120 kilometres race, while Al Safinat Stables and Victorious Team shared the lead in the international 100km race. In the local 100km race, Al Ajial Stables finished first, while Victorious Team topped the local 80km race.
Today, the Bahrain International Endurance Village will host the main local 120km race for the National Day Cup, in addition to a local qualifying race over 40km, with strong competition expected among participating riders.