Abbes clinches third Qatar Gold Sword in a row as Wathnan Racing dominates

Al Rayyan: On an evening marked by four memorable victories for Wathnan Racing at the prestigious Al Rayyan Racecourse, Abbes secured the Qatar Gold S...

Al Rayyan: On an evening marked by four memorable victories for Wathnan Racing at the prestigious Al Rayyan Racecourse, Abbes secured the Qatar Gold Sword for the third consecutive year. The victory capped off a remarkable day for owners Wathnan Racing, trainer Alban de Mieulle, and jockey James Doyle.

The gray horse's triumph capped a magnificent day for Wathnan Racing, claiming the esteemed US$250,000 race.

The British jockey Doyle tactfully bided his time until the final 200 meters of the 2000-meter race to unleash Abbes's impressive acceleration. Crossing the finish line three-quarters of a length ahead, Abbes outpaced Dawi, owned by H E Sheikha Iman MK Al Thani and trained by Rudy Andre Nerbonne, who secured second place.

Methgal, representing H E Sheikha Reem MK Al Thani, claimed the third position in the feature of the 41st Al Rayyan Meeting.