The Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC)-sponsored Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend is set to take place at ParisLongchamp, with a race meeting at Saint-Cloud the day before. The two feature races on Friday are the Qatar Arabian Trophy des Pouliches and the Qatar Arabian Trophy des Poulains, showcasing the talent of three-year-old fillies and colts and geldings, respectively. These races have seen a strong representation of Qatari owners, who are eager to claim victory and further showcase their excellence at ParisLongchamp, particularly in the Gr1 Qatar Arabian World Cup. This event has been a significant outcome of Qatari sponsorship, highlighting the country’s role in promoting Arabian racing on a global scale.
The Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe is one of Europe’s most prestigious races, offering a total prize money of €5m, making it the highest in the French racing program. This event, held annually, attracts top thoroughbreds from around the world, with past winners including legendary horses such as Sea-Bird II, Dancing Brave, Enable, Treve, and Zarkava. The only Qatari-owned horse to win the race was Treve in 2014 and 2015, with the mare narrowly missing out on a historic third consecutive victory in 2016. The Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe continues to draw the attention of racing enthusiasts and competitors alike.
The Qatar Arabian Trophy des Pouliches features 20 fillies competing over 2,000m, with notable entries such as Chdia, Al Jori, Hajmah, Ihtijaj, Salmah, Lambada du Croate, and Intisar de Monlau. The race promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent and skill, with top contenders vying for the coveted title. Similarly, the Qatar Arabian Trophy des Poulains will see thirteen colts and geldings battling it out over the same distance, with standout entries including Mureb, Mukatel Al Shahania, Maarek, Mohtaram, Moujaz, and Lanvin De Faust. The level of competition and caliber of entries in both races set the stage for an exciting weekend of racing.
With the forfeits for both races closing soon and declarations to be published shortly after, anticipation is building for the upcoming events at ParisLongchamp. As the spotlight shines on the top-class contests scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, racing enthusiasts and participants eagerly await the thrilling competition that will unfold. The partnership between QREC and France Galop has played a significant role in promoting Arabian racing and showcasing the talent of Qatari owners and trainers on an international stage. As the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend approaches, all eyes will be on ParisLongchamp for a weekend of high-stakes racing and fierce competition.
