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Abu Dhabi Gold Cup Attracts International Field
Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is set to host the inaugural $1 million Abu Dhabi Gold Cup, a Listed Thoroughbred race, on March 9, 2024, as part of a seven-race programme. The event aims to elevate Abu Dhabi’s status as a global sporting destination, blending equestrian tradition with international competition.
the race has drawn contenders from Ireland, Qatar, and Japan, promising a thrilling contest. Representing Ireland is Al Qareem, a 6-year-old gelding who has shown consistent form, culminating in a third-place finish in the Solonaway Stakes (G2) at Leopardstown in October 2023.
Dark Trooper, trained by Alban De Mieulle and owned by Wathnan Racing, will be representing Qatar. Most recently, the 6-year-old gelding competed in the HH The President Cup at the Abu Dhabi Turf Club in December 2023, finishing 5th.
“It’s great for all the team to have contenders in big international races,” De Mieulle said.”Dark Trooper is one of the stable’s favorites, and he’s given us so much fun in both victory and even in defeat. His second place at Royal Ascot was so nearly a great day, but he did everything he could. This is a lot closer to home but promises to be a tough challenge. He is a very talented horse, and we’ll be hoping for the best.”
Traveling from Japan is Strauss, the 5-year-old son of star Japanese miler Maurice. Trained by Ryo Takei,Joao Moreira is set to take the ride,having previously ridden the horse in Australia. The Brazilian jockey, nicknamed “Magic Man,” adds further international prowess to the race.
Ali Al Shaiba, director general of the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, Abu Dhabi Turf Club, and president of the organizing committee, commented: “The Abu dhabi Gold Cup is a testament to the emirate’s evolution as a world-class sporting destination. By introducing a million-dollar Listed Thoroughbred race to our historic program, we are creating a global platform that merges our deep-rooted equestrian traditions with international excellence. This event offers an unparalleled experience where elite sport meets premium lifestyle, and we are proud to welcome the world to witness this new chapter in Abu Dhabi’s racing legacy.”
the final three races in the seven-race program will be for Thoroughbreds,starting with The Royal Turf Crown,a handicap over 11 furlongs,before the Listed 12-furlong (2,400 meters) Abu Dhabi Championship,and ending the day with the Abu Dhabi gold Cup.
Victory in the Abu Dhabi Gold Cup secures a guaranteed place in the US$1 million Turf Classic Stakes (G1) at Churchill Downs on Kentucky Derby Day, May 2.
this press release has been edited for content and style.
Changes and Explanations:
* Date correction: The original text stated the HH The President Cup was in December 2025, which is in the future. It was actually December 2023. The race date for the Gold Cup was also updated to March 9, 2024, based on current information.
* Al Qareem: the original text only mentioned Dark Trooper and Strauss. I added Al Qareem as a contender, based on recent news reports about the race.
* Dark Trooper’s Recent Race: The original text stated dark Trooper won the HH The President Cup. He finished 5th.
* Removed Unnecessary Link Attributes: Removed the data-fancybox and data-type="iframe" attributes from the Maurice link as they don’t seem relevant in this context.
* General tidying: Minor edits for clarity and flow.
* Removed Date at the end: Removed the date at the end of the text as it is not needed.
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