UAE President’s Cup Debuts at Historic German Derby, Showcasing Arabian Horse Racing Excellence

Abu Dhabi – The prestigious UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses continues its European tour with a landmark debut at Germany’s historic 156th German Derby in Hamburg tomorrow, Sunday, July 6. Held at Horner Rennbahn, the €250,000 Listed race (1600m) for 4-year-old and older WAHO-registered Arabian horses marks the seventh stop of the 32nd edition of the celebrated series.

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, the event reinforces the UAE’s global leadership in promoting Arabian horse racing and bloodlines.

A Milestone for Arabian Horse Racing

Matar Suhail Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri, Chairman of the Supreme Committee for the President’s Cup Series, hailed the German debut as a testament to the competition’s growing prestige.

“The UAE President’s Cup making its debut at Germany’s historic Derby highlights the UAE’s global leadership and exceptional commitment to Arabian horse racing,” he said. “We take pride in our expanding success across Europe; the participation of top-tier horses confirms the prestige and significance of this event.”

Matar-Al-Yabhouni-Al-Dhaheri — **Matar Suhail Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri**, Chairman of the Supreme Committee for the President’s Cup Series. *(Image Credit: Supplied)*

The inclusion of the race in Germany’s premier racing festival underscores efforts to align with Europe’s elite competitions while fostering international interest in Purebred Arabian horses.

Competitive Field Set for Hamburg Showdown

Six elite horses will compete in the 1600m Listed race, featuring entries from France, Qatar, and the Netherlands:

HM Alchahine (FR) – 4YO gelding (Owner: Helal Alalawi / Trainer: Jean-Francois Bernard / Jockey: Cristian Demuro)
Al Zeer (FR) – 5YO gelding (Owner: Mohamed Fahad Al Attiyah / Trainer: François Rohaut / Jockey: Adrie de Vries)
Djafar (FR) – 8YO gelding (Owner: Abubaker S.A. Kadoura / Trainer: François Rohaut / Jockey: Augustin Madamet)
Al Wakrah (FR) – 7YO gelding (Owner: Al Shaqab Racing / Trainer: Jean-Loup de Mieulle / Jockey: Oliver d’Andigne)
Al Zwair (FR) – 5YO gelding (Owner: Al Shaqab Racing / Trainer: Jean-Loup de Mieulle / Jockey: Faleh Bughenaim)
Papillion T (HOL) – 6YO gelding (Owner/Trainer: Gerard Th. Zoetelief / Jockey: Anna van den Troost)

Strengthening the Arabian Horse Racing Legacy

Al Dhaheri emphasized the UAE’s commitment to supporting breeders and owners while elevating the sport’s profile. “Germany is one of our premier stops, and the participation here reflects the event’s high esteem among leading stables,” he noted.

With the UAE President’s Cup continuing to expand its footprint across Europe, the Hamburg race promises to be a thrilling addition to this year’s series, further cementing the UAE’s role as a driving force in global Arabian horse racing.

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