Al Ghadeer retains Amir Sword and Triple Crown
Al Ghadeer Creates History with Back-to-Back HH The Amir Sword Triumph
and Doha Triple Crown Glory
There are champions and then there is Al Ghadeer (Al Mourtajez x Gharraa)—a horse whose name is now etched among the immortals. Under the silks of Al Shaqab Racing, the Francois Rohaut-trained superstar delivered yet another breathtaking performance to capture the HH The Amir Sword (Gr1-PA) for the second consecutive year, securing an unprecedented Doha Triple Crown double in the process.
With Christophe Soumillon in the saddle, Al Ghadeer once again showcased his dominance over 2300 meters, overcoming a strong challenge from Al Doha (Al Mourtajez x Topaze Du Croate) in the final strides to win by one and a half lengths. The Thomas Fourcy-trained runner-up, owned by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa Al Thani, gave a determined chase under Mickael Barzalona, but could not deny history.
A further one and a half lengths behind, HM Alchahine (Al Mourtajez x Al Chyhanah), representing National Stables and trained by Helal Al Alawi, finished third under Cristian Demuro, completing a podium sweep for the progeny of Al Mourtajez.
The race unfolded with Afjan (TM Fred Texas x Muzoon) setting the early tempo, while Al Ghadeer settled in mid-division. Nour Al Maury (Azadi x Nectarina Al Maury) made a bold move to press forward, positioning himself second. As the race developed, Al Ghadeer gained ground along the rail, smoothly shifting into fourth. Approaching the final bend, Soumillon urged his mount forward, and Al Ghadeer responded in style—hitting the front as they straightened for home.
Despite a determined late surge from Al Doha, Al Ghadeer found another gear, storming to the line in emphatic fashion to reaffirm his place as the undisputed king of Purebred Arabian racing.
Source: Mohamed Saad/QREC. Photo: Juhaim/QREC |
