BAHRAIN TURF CLUB INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
Letter from the Chairman
1
Racing Programme (Imported Season Calendar)
2
Track map / starting gate positions
4
Bahrain International Trophy (Gr.2)
5
Overview
6
Previous results
7
Conditions
9
Travel information
10
Bahrain Turf Series
13
Series overview
15
Nominations procedure
16
Prize money
17
Races & Conditions
19
Additional International Races
26
The Crown Prince’s Cup
27
H.H. Sh. Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Cup
28
Al Methaq Mile
29
The King’s Cup
30
Incentives & subsidies
32
Shipping
34
Stabling, quarantine & veterinary services
36
Medication, testing & safety
38
Rules of racing & raceday procedures
39
Contacts
40
Critical dates & nomination procedure
41
Introduction to The Bahrain Turf Club The Bahrain Turf Club The Bahrain Turf Club’s (BTC) purpose is to run and promote horseracing in The Kingdom of Bahrain, bringing to the forefront the best horses, jockeys and trainers to participate in one of the most exciting and emerging racing jurisdictions in the sport. The BTC also acts as a concierge for both horsemen and owners, providing first-class administration to ensure that connections travel into and around Bahrain with ease. The BTC is the evolving vision of His Highness Shaikh Isa Bin Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the governing body, The Rashid Equestrian & Horseracing Club (REHC).
Through his leadership and guidance, the sport of horseracing in The Kingdom of Bahrain has made monumental strides in becoming internationally recognised as a Part 2 Nation of the Blue Book following approval by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA). The club’s flagship race, the Bahrain International Trophy (Gr.2), is now a crucial date in the sport’s global calendar.
