KAZAN
\nTawfiq was crowned champion of the UAE President\u2019s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses at the 10th stop of the series in Russia. The race was held on Saturday, 30 August 2025, at the Kazan International Equestrian Sand Racetrack, as part of the 32nd edition of the prestigious Cup.
\nThe Russian leg of the series drew a crowd of 20,000 spectators, coinciding with the 35th National Day Festival of the Republic of Tatarstan. The carnival-like celebration featured numerous cultural and entertainment activities, showcasing Tatarstan\u2019s heritage, culture, and national festivities.
\nThe UAE President\u2019s Cup races continue to register outstanding achievements in Russia, reinforcing their distinguished reputation and strong presence on the global racing stage. Following successful rounds across the Arab world, Europe, and the United States, the Cup remains one of the world\u2019s most prestigious and historic classic races \u2014 in line with the vision of the UAE leadership to advance the Purebred Arabian horse racing industry and support owners and breeders worldwide.
\nTawfiq (General \u00d7 Rolly Polly by Valina Des Fabries), owned by D.A. Chacota, trained by Sultan Semenov, and ridden by Hamzat Ulubiev, secured the title in a dramatic finish, crossing the line just 0.05 seconds ahead of Voskhod Tersk(Haif Al Khalediah \u00d7 Verika by Camelot). Medni Maximus (Maximus de Alip \u00d7 Minorca by Mongrant) came third.
\nThe Group 1 race, contested over 1,800 metres for horses aged four years and above, featured 16 Purebred Arabian horses from some of Russia\u2019s leading studs, with a total prize purse of USD 100,000. The race maintained a tactical pace until the final turn, when Tawfiq surged forward in a thrilling duel with Voskhod Tersk.
\nThe finish line witnessed an intense battle, with Tawfiq clinching victory in 2:04.89 minutes, underlining the race\u2019s competitiveness and high calibre. The narrow margins between the top finishers further highlighted the race\u2019s stature as one of the most anticipated contests for owners and breeders each year.
\nThe winners were crowned by Ahmed Al Shehhi and Ibrahim Al Balushi, representatives of the UAE Embassy in Moscow, alongside Saeed Khalifa Al Mehairi, representative of the Higher Organising Committee of the UAE President\u2019s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses. The ceremony was also attended by the winning owner, trainer, and jockey, as well as officials from the Russian Horse Racing Authority and the management of Kazan International Equestrian Racetrack.
\nSaeed Khalifa Al Mehairi, representative of the Higher Organising Committee, said: \u201cWe are proud of the success achieved in Kazan and the wide acclaim of the 10th Russian stop. We congratulate the winning champions. The strong public turnout added great value to the 2025 series, with Kazan delivering an exceptional organisational showcase that amplified our remarkable achievements.\u201d
\nHe added:\u201cThe UAE President\u2019s Cup continues to build bridges of cultural exchange with diverse nations and communities worldwide. We are proud of the sustained success and growing public engagement, reflecting the Cup\u2019s true value and global standing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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