Al Rayyan Racecourse in Qatar will introduce a new race, the Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Cup, at the Emir's Sword Festival Feb. 27. The mile turf race is a local Group 2 and will be worth US$200,000. It is open to international participants.
“We are thrilled to add our brand to this prestigious international race as part of the growing partnership between Qatar and Ireland,” said Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Chief Executive Officer Charles O'Neill. “Last year the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club sponsored the G3 Phoenix Sprint S. at The Curragh and this reciprocal arrangement will be carried on in 2016.”
O'Neill added, “Irish-bred horses have had a very successful time of it in Doha since the new season started in October, while Qatar continues to increase its investment in Irish racing and bloodstock. The relationship between our countries is continuously strengthening and we seek to enhance that cooperation.”
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