«Miyada» Claims the Final Sword at the Al Marmoom Festival for Tribes’ Camels
The prestigious «Miyada» Claims the Final Sword at the Al Marmoom Festival for Tribes’ Camels event concluded today with a remarkable display of competition and passion among camel racing enthusiasts. The event, attended by dignitaries including His Excellency Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, celebrated heritage and sport, culminating in breathtaking races that showcased the finest camels from the tribes. With the announcement of winners in various categories, the atmosphere was vibrant as spectators eagerly anticipated the next day’s events, particularly the prestigious Sif Emirates for open camels.
A Day of Excitement and Competition
The final day of the Hegun Abna’ Al Qabail competition at the Khatami Al Marmoom Festival saw impressive participation from 1,061 camels throughout both the morning and evening sessions. Attendees were treated to exhilarating performances, with «Miyada» Claims the Final Sword at the Al Marmoom Festival for Tribes’ Camels being the highlight. The winning camel, owned by Nasser Abdullah Ahmed Abdullah Al Masnad, clinched the coveted title of the Open Male Championship and a prize of five million dirhams after a nail-biting race covering a distance of eight kilometers in an impressive time of 12:02.9 minutes, marking the fastest of the day.
Other Notable Wins
In addition to «Miyada» Claims the Final Sword at the Al Marmoom Festival for Tribes’ Camels, a camel named “Farih” claimed the Open Male Gun title for its owner Mansour Saad bin Qadhla Al Ahbabi, recording a time of 12:31.1 minutes and winning 1.5 million dirhams. Another significant victory came from the camel “Sarhan,” who secured a million dirhams in the production category, demonstrating outstanding performance with a time of 12:27.9 minutes, represented by Ali Suhail Al Yabhuni Al Dhaheri.
An Evening of Final Showdowns
As the festivities of the Khatami Al Marmoom Festival come to a close, all eyes will be on the final evening tomorrow when the Sif Emirates will be contested. This momentous occasion will feature four culminating races, with participants vying for the highly coveted awards, including the prestigious Emirates Sword and a monetary prize of two million dirhams. The electric atmosphere at the racecourse promises fierce competition as elite camels strive for glory, particularly in the ultimate showdown of the Open Male competition.
A Showcase of Heritage and Culture
The traditional charm of the region was further highlighted at the 13th Marmoom Auction, which featured emerging talent in the field. A noteworthy sale involved a she-camel descending from the lineage of “Al Shababi – Al Aasifah,” fetching an impressive 1.1 million dirhams, while another from the “Faris – Al Aasifah” line sold for 550,000 dirhams. These transactions reflect the ongoing demand and respect for prized racing camels, affirming their significance in the cultural fabric of the region.
Tomorrow’s events are set to further enthrall fans as they await which champions will emerge on the hallowed ground of Al Marmoom, where the rich traditions of camel racing continue to thrive and inspire intergenerational admiration.