The connections of Al Wakrah celebrate with their trophies. PICS: Juhaim/QREC
DOHA: Al Shaqab Racing’s Al Wakrah yesterday produced a trademark turn of foot to win the Umm Bab Cup, a Purebred Arabian Open Race for 4YO+ over 1600m.
At the Al Rayyan Racecourse, The 7-year-old mare, expertly guided by Olivier d’Andigne, settled patiently behind the early leaders before unleashing a blistering run in the home straight to secure victory.
Trained by Jean de Mieulle, Al Wakrah notched her third consecutive win and the 11th of her career, delivering a third triumph of the day for her connections.
The winners were presented with their awards by Head of Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club’s (QREC) Racing Operations Section Rashid Saed Adiba.
