Shaikha Najla emerges victorious!

TDT | Manama                                                      

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Shaikha Najla bint Salman Al Khalifa from Al Safinat Stable won the 120-kilometre private stables race in the HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa Endurance Cup, organised by the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF) at Bahrain International Endurance Village.

The event was held in the presence and under the supervision of His Majesty the King’s Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs representative and BREEF honourary president His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

The meeting featured wide participation, exhibiting international and local races as well as a contest for private stables.

Second place was secured by Ahmed Khalid Al Thawadi of RM Stable, while third went to Hamad Ismail Al Balushi of Al Ajyal Stable.

Shaikha Najla won first place in four hours, 31 minutes, and 54 seconds.

Al Thawadi finished the race with a time of 4:39:09 and Al Balushi completed the distance with a time of 4:42:18. BREEF President His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah Al Khalifa crowned the winners of the private stables event.

Meanwhile, the 120km international race was dominated by the team of Al Za’eem, with Shaikha Sheia Al Shaden bint Salman Al Khalifa taking the lead alongside her teammates Mayoof Al Rumaihi and Jaber Badr.

HH Shaikh Nasser was keen on following the stages of the private stables race as well as the international race.

His presence and guidance served as a powerful source of motivation for the riders, inspiring them to showcase their utmost capabilities and strive for excellence.

As a beacon of wisdom and experience, his guidance illuminated their path, encouraging them to continuously improve and gain experience.

Outstanding

On this occasion, HH Shaikh Nasser emphasised that the outstanding levels witnessed in the championship reflect the status of Bahraini endurance and its stages of development, reaching the highest levels, especially as the championships organised by BREEF serve as a gateway to excel in competitions abroad.

He also pointed out that the federation is reaping the rewards of its ambitious plan to create an ideal atmosphere for the riders, especially the youth who are steadily advancing towards the continued excellence and prosperity of Bahraini endurance.

Moreover, His Highness commended the remarkable contributions of all participants in the championship.

His Highness extended his heartfelt congratulations to the triumphant winners of the private stables race, emphasising their remarkable abilities and affirming their significant strides towards advancing Bahraini endurance. He termed their achievements as a testament to the continuous progress and unwavering commitment of private stables, ensuring that Bahrain remains a prominent force in the realm of endurance sports.

On his part, HH Shaikh Isa expressed his deep gratitude and appreciation to HH Shaikh Nasser for his unwavering support. Recognising the immense impact of His Highness’ backing, he acknowledged its pivotal role in propelling the progress of Bahraini endurance to new heights.

Furthermore, HH Shaikh Isa expressed his admiration for the remarkable performance levels displayed in all races during the championship.

“These exceptional displays serve as a great motivator to ensure the continuous provision of essential support and resources for the stables and riders,” HH Shaikh Isa pointed out, underscoring the significance of preserving the solid foundation of Bahraini endurance.

Additionally, he extended his heartfelt congratulations to all the riders who secured top positions, acknowledging their outstanding accomplishments.