Caid Du Soleil (Al Mourtajez x Theeba) returned to his best to land the eighth and final race, the Al Judhay Cup, a Purebred Arabian Premium Maiden Plate for 4–7yos over 2200m, Class 6, contested by 12 runners. The five-year-old grey, racing for Al Shahania Stud and trained by Rudy Nerbonne, put a series of recent efforts behind him to get off the mark at the seventh attempt and on his third start in Qatar, prevailing by a neck under Lukas Delozier, who completed a quick-fire double and a treble on the day. Settling into a comfortable rhythm early, Caid Du Soleil raced in fifth through the early and middle stages, tracking a leading group headed by Al Natibis Up (Al Mamun Monlau), who set the tempo ahead of Munahis (AF AlBahar), Bin Narain (Al Mourtajez) and Der’h Al Shahania (Gazwan). The order remained largely unchanged as the field made its way toward the home turn, with Al Natibis Up appearing firmly in control. Once straightened, the complexion of the race shifted. Munahis began to apply strong pressure to the leader, ranging up with intent while Caid Du Soleil was produced with a perfectly timed challenge, unleashing a telling late surge from just off the pace. In the final stages, he swept to the front as Munahis continued to battle relentlessly alongside, refusing to yield. The pair fought out a gripping finish, with Caid Du Soleil showing resolve to hold on gamely and secure a narrow victory. Munahis, owned by Sheikh Ahmad bin Mohamed bin Faleh Al Thani and trained by Hadi Al Ramzani, finished a close second under Jefferson Smith, beaten only a neck but a length and a half clear of the remainder. Lattam (No Risk Al Maury), representing Abdulrahman Fahad Al-Attiyah and trained by Hamad Al-Jehani, produced the fastest closing sectional under Pierre Charles Boudot to take third, completing the frame in a strongly run renewal of the Al Judhay Cup.

Fatack Al Shahania (Burning Sand x Fiha) produced another authoritative display to take the second race, a Local Purebred Arabian Novice Plate for 4yos and up over 1400m, Class 5, contested by 11 runners. The five-year-old grey, racing in the colours of H.E. Sheikha Yasmeen bint Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Thani and trained by Rudy Nerbonne, added a second career victory to his record at the fifth attempt, again doing so by a wide margin of three and three-quarter lengths. He finished runner-up in the other three starts. He was partnered by Lukas Delozier. Breaking sharply from barrier 3, Fatack Al Shahania initially moved to the lead before being headed by Raqeeq (Mister Ginoux), with Delozier content to settle his mount into second just ahead of Rabee’ Al Shahania (Asraa Min Albarq). The tempo remained steady through the early and middle stages, with little change among the leading positions. Turning for home, Husam Al Shahania (Munjiz), who had been racing in fifth through the early part of the contest, began to close strongly, improving first into third and then into second as the field straightened. For a brief moment, the leader appeared within range, but Fatack Al Shahania had more in reserve. Inside the final 300m, he produced a sharp and decisive turn of foot, surging back to the front and quickly opening up a commanding advantage to put the race beyond doubt. Husam Al Shahania, owned by Hassan bin Ali Hassan Al Matwi and trained by Mohammed Hassan Al Matwi, stayed on under Salman Fahad Al-Hajri to secure second, holding off the late challenge of Agshar (Al Mourtajez). Agshar, representing Al Galayel Stud and trained by Tareq Essa R A Abdulla, finished strongly from midfield under Szczepan Mazur to take third, only half a length behind the runner-up.

Abdulrahman bin Mansour Al Mansour, QREC Board Member, presented the H.E. Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al Thani Trophy for Purebred Arabians, following Race 7, with Dean Lavy, Director of Al Shahania Stud, receiving the prize on behalf of the winning owner, Al Shahania Stud Mac’zoom Al Shahania (Mared Al Sahra x Vega De Faust) was rewarded for his consistency with a hard-fought success in the H.E. Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al Thani Trophy for Purebred Arabians over 1750m. The five-year-old bay gelding, having filled the placings on three occasions earlier in the season, broke through at the fourth attempt, travelling smoothly from barrier two and settling second throughout before being driven out inside the final 200m to prevail by a quarter of a length. Prepared by Rudy Nerbonne and partnered by Lukas Delozier, the victory marked his third career win and his first success in Qatar from eight starts. Shabbab (Manark), carrying the colours of Al Shaqab Racing, made the running for the majority of the contest, setting a steady tempo through the early and middle stages. Under Faleh Bughenaim, he continued to show the way turning for home but came under pressure inside the final 200m, where both the eventual winner and runner-up closed sharply to overhaul him, leaving him to battle on gamely for third. Intisar De Monlau (Al Mamun Monlau), racing in the silks of Wathnan Racing, was settled towards the rear in the early stages before improving gradually into midfield. Ridden patiently by James Doyle, she produced a strong late run in the home straight, closing rapidly in the final 200m to press the winner and secure second, finishing 1¼ lengths ahead of the third-placed runner in a tightly contested finish for the minor honours.

Samsa Al Shahania (Assy x Salma Al Khalediah) made a successful Qatar debut in Race 6, a Purebred Arabian Novice Plate for 5YO+ over 2000m, a Class 5 contest with five runners, delivering a clear-cut success by 2¼ lengths. The lightly raced six-year-old bay horse, who had previously shown promise at Group level in France, doubled his career tally for Al Shahania Stud, under the guidance of trainer Rudy Nerbonne and with Lukas Delozier executing a measured ride. Settling into fourth in the early stages, Samsa Al Shahania raced ahead of Yaqoob (Al Mourtajez) as Awamir (No Risk Al Maury) set a steady tempo from the front, followed by Jeb’ran Al Shahania (Amer) and Safeer Al Shahania (Munjiz). After the first 200m, the order behind the leader reshuffled, with Yaqoob moving up, then Jeb’ran Al Shahania, Samsa Al Shahania and Safeer Al Shahania, the field remaining compact and unchanged through the middle stages. Approaching the home turn, Awamir lifted the pace, prompting Jeb’ran Al Shahania to move closer into second and then take over shortly after entering the straight. However, Samsa Al Shahania was immediately produced with purpose and, showing a sharp turn of foot, quickly latched onto the new leader before sweeping past within a couple of strides. Once in front, Samsa Al Shahania asserted decisively, pulling clear to put the race beyond doubt. Jeb’ran Al Shahania stayed on to secure second for H.E. Sheikha Iman bint Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Thani, also trained by Rudy Nerbonne to complete a one-two for the stable, while Awamir, having done the early work, battled on bravely to take third for Khalifa bin Sheail Al Kuwari and trainer Zuhair Mohsen under Abdulla Rashid Al-Hajri, paying for his early exertions over the staying trip.

Mubkhar Al Shahania (Gazwan x Kampanule De Ghazal) delivered a commanding front-running performance to land Race 8, the day’s feature Ras Mlaiji Cup, a Local Purebred Arabian Handicap (65–85) for 3YO+ over 2000m, Class 4, contested by five runners. The 4-year-old grey colt, carrying the colours of H.E. Sheikha Yasmeen bint Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Thani, under the care of Rudy Nerbonne and guided by Lukas Delozier, made it two wins in succession and the third of his career from just five starts, scoring by two and a quarter lengths. Breaking alertly, Mubkhar Al Shahania moved to the front shortly after the start, taking over from Chakib (Kalino). Once in control, he dictated terms with confidence, setting a steady yet decisive tempo and travelling comfortably at the head of affairs. Al Mutaghatris (No Risk Al Maury) tracked him throughout with the remainder of the field racing in close order behind. Approaching the home turn, Al Mutaghatris began to close and briefly reduced the margin, posing the first serious question to the leader. Mubkhar Al Shahania; however, had more to give. Turning into the home straight, he lengthened again, quickening decisively to reassert his authority and kick clear, putting the outcome beyond doubt well before the line. AJS Najma (AF AlBahar), racing for Al Jeryan Stud, prepared by M.H.K Al Attiyah and partnered by Szczepan Mazur, recovered from being relegated to last during the early stages and produced a strong late surge to secure second. Al Mutaghatris, representing Khalifa bin Sheail Al Kuwari, from the Julian Smart yard and guided by Damien Morin, stayed on gamely for third, a length behind the runner-up.

Mou’nes Al Shahania (Harran ASF x Majnona) delivered a powerful late charge to claim the Local Purebred Arabian Handicap (0–65) for 3YO+ over 2200m, Class 6, prevailing by a length in a field of 12 runners. The 4-year-old black gelding, carrying the colours of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Thani, under the care of Rudy Nerbonne and guided home by Lukas Delozier, broke his maiden at the fourth attempt and completed a quick-fire double for his owner and his trainer while maintaining an unblemished record of finishing in the first four in all of his starts. Held up near the rear from the outset, Mou’nes Al Shahania was settled in tenth position as Al Masdar (No Risk Al Maury) set a strong pace and dictated proceedings for much of the race. Rabee’ Al Shahania (Asraa Min Albarq) tracked the leader closely, with Hardan (Assy), Bin La Hoor (La Hoor) and Aaneef Zakhir (Djendel) next in line. The order remaining largely unchanged through the middle stages. The complexion of the race shifted dramatically approaching the home straight. While Al Masdar continued to lead deep into the final stages, Mou’nes Al Shahania began to make rapid headway, slicing through the field with a sustained run. In a matter of strides, he passed rivals one by one, moving into third with 150m remaining. Still gathering momentum, he surged past the leaders to strike the front close home and draw clear for a decisive success.Hardan, racing for Ms Maryam Abdulrahman Al-Jaber, trained by Hadi Al Ramzani and ridden by Soufiane Saadi, stayed on for second while Aaneef Zakhir, representing and prepared by Osama Omer Al-Dafea and partnered by Mohammed Hassan Ali Alabdulmalik, finished a further one and three-quarter lengths back in third.

Najee Al Shahania (Burning Sand x Najda) made a perfect start to his career with a polished victory in the Local Purebred Arabian Maiden Plate for 3YOs over 1400m, Class 6, prevailing by one and a half lengths in a field of 10 runners. The grey colt, carrying the colours of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Thani, prepared by Rudy Nerbonne and partnered by Damien Morin, showed both composure and acceleration to score on debut. Settled towards the rear in the early stages, Najee Al Shahania watched the race unfold as Karar Al Farres (Harran ASF) set a steady tempo throughout, tracked closely by Owair (Al Mamun Monlau). After the first 900m, Ahlem (TM Fred Texas) began to improve from fourth into second and closed sharply on the long-time leader approaching the home turn. Turning into the straight, Ahlem moved up to take the lead and briefly looked poised to score at just his second career start. The final 200m; however, saw several swift changes at the head of affairs. Najee Al Shahania, who had advanced smoothly into midfield earlier, was unleashed with a powerful late run, sweeping past his rivals to strike the front and draw clear for a decisive success. Ghada (No Risk Al Maury), racing for Khalifa bin Sheail Al Kuwari, handled by Zuhair Mohsen and guided by Faleh Bughenaim, finished strongly from midfield to secure second while Ahlem, representing Wathnan Racing, trained by Alban de Mieulle and ridden by Youssef Lachhab, held on for third, a further one and three-quarter lengths back.

Aneed Al Shahania (Azadi x Al Anga) reaffirmed his rising-star credentials with a commanding display in the Local Purebred Arabian Conditions for 4YO+ over 2200m (Class 2), contested by four runners. The 5YO grey horse, racing for H.E. Sheikha Reem bint Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Thani, trained by Rudy Nerbonne and partnered by Lukas Delozier, secured his second straight win and the sixth of his exceptional seven-race career, stretching clear by 4 lengths. Remarkably, the only time he was beaten, he finished runner-up by just a head. Talg'at Al Shahania (Mared Al Sahra), representing the same owner-trainer combination as the winner under Damien Morin, dictated a steady tempo throughout the early and middle stages, with the runners travelling in single file: Aneed Al Shahania tracking closely, followed by Habes (Harran ASF) and Galeb Al Shahania (Burning Sand), the latter racing for Al Eida Racing and trainer Gassim Al Ghazali under Marco Casamento. The order remained unchanged until the approach to the home turn where Talg'at Al Shahania attempted to lift the pace. All four runners straightened for the run-in together, but as soon as Delozier asked the question, Aneed Al Shahania delivered a decisive and electrifying response. He surged to the front with authority, opening a widening gap that left no room for doubt. Galeb Al Shahania stayed on best of the remainder for second, finishing 3½ lengths ahead of Talg'at Al Shahania in third, but the race was all about Aneed Al Shahania, who once again underlined his status as one of the most exciting local Purebred Arabians in training.

Jeb'ran Al Shahania (Amer x Margouia) delivered a determined performance to open his account in the Purebred Arabian Maiden Rated Plate for 4YOs over 2200m (Class 9), run with 9 runners. The grey gelding, representing H.E. Sheikha Iman bint Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Thani, trained by Rudy Nerbonne and partnered by Lukas Delozier, was rewarded for his promising seasonal debut when beaten only a neck, this time prevailing by a short head. Der'h Al Shahania (Gazwan) set the early tempo, with Jeb'ran Al Shahania immediately tracking him while Dahman Al Shahania (Jaafer) and Caid Du Soleil (Al Mourtajez) followed in close order. The leading trio held their positions around the home turn before the race ignited in the straight. Delozier urged Jeb'ran Al Shahania to challenge and Smith produced Fadi (General), who had raced in mid-division for most of the journey, with a strong run to his outside. The pair quickly drew clear of the remainder, engaging in a gripping duel inside the final 300m. Stride for stride they surged to the line, forcing the judge to call upon the photofinish, which went narrowly the way of Jeb'ran Al Shahania. Der'h Al Shahania stayed on to finish the best of the rest, 2½ lengths behind the runner-up, confirming his consistency in third.

Mubkhar Al Shahania (Gazwan x Kampanule De Ghazal) showed determination and maturity beyond his experience to land Race 3, the Local Purebred Arabian Handicap (55–75) for 3YO+ over 2200m (Class 5), run with 13 runners. The 4YO grey colt, racing for H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Thani, trained by Rudy Nerbonne and partnered by Lukas Delozier, doubled his career tally on just his fourth start, scoring by a narrow quarter of a length. The early stages were lively and constantly shifting. Kasser Al Shahania (Amer) made the running from the outset, with Mubkhar Al Shahania tracking him closely in the same colours, followed by Achmed (Tabarak) and Muale'm (Mared Al Sahra). Muale’m soon moved forward to take command, with the two stablemates in the white and blue colours in pursuit. As the race evolved rapidly, Rabee' Al Shahania (Asraa Min Albarq) advanced to challenge the leader while Achmed held third. Moments later, Azooz (Aziz ASF) swept into second behind the still-leading Muale’m as the field passed the 1000m. Approaching the home turn, the complexion changed yet again, with Rabee' Al Shahania taking over at the 700m, narrowly ahead of Azooz. The lead changed hands repeatedly through the early home straight. Kasser Al Shahania re-emerged at the front, only for Mubkhar Al Shahania to loom alongside, repeating their early-race duel. Just as Mubkhar Al Shahania moved ahead, Achmed surged with a powerful challenge and looked a genuine danger in the final stages. However, Mubkhar Al Shahania dug deep and held on gamely for a narrow, but deserved victory. Achmed, representing Wathnan Racing for trainer Alban de Mieulle under Soufiane Saadi, finished just a quarter of a length behind. Only a nose back came Al Fareq (Al Mamun Monlau), running for Khalifa bin Sheail Al Kuwari under Julian Smart and Marco Casamento, delivering a strong late run from the rear to claim third after a very tight battle for the minor honours.