Horse racing fans are in for an action-packed weekend at King Khalid Racecourse with a series of major preparatory races taking center stage.
Taif Derby PrepThe highlight of the weekend is the 1600m Taif Derby Prep on Saturday. A competitive field of 15 runners is set to battle it out, including Faal Khair and Mhalhal, both of whom previously showcased their talent in the Saudi 2000 Guineas.
Arabian Horse Races
Also on Saturday, the Taif Derby Cup Preparatory for Arabian horses will feature top-rated contenders like Wasib and HM Al Nasrallah competing over the same 1600m distance.
Makkah Almokarramah Cup
Friday’s main event is the Makkah Almokarramah Reg. Gov. Cup Prep, another 1600m race. Key horses to watch include Al-Dihani’s Uncle and Waqtuk, who finished second in the Tuwaiq Cup.
Additionally, a preparatory race for the Taif University Cup over 1400m is scheduled for Saturday, adding to the weekend’s excitement.