The Al Ain Camel Racing Festival recently showcased an exhilarating series of competitions, particularly highlighting the triumphs of the camels during the Al Lqaya race events. At this prestigious festival, the excitement among camel owners and spectators reached new heights as many camels competed fiercely for the coveted titles. The standout performance of the day came from “Al Shamka,” owned by Hamad Sarhan bin Hamad Al-Dar’ee, who secured the Al Lqaya title with an impressive time that left both fans and competitors in awe.
In the morning session of the festival, a total of 15 races took place, each covering a distance of 3 kilometers at the Al Rawda racetrack. The competition was fierce among the camels belonging to various tribes, showcasing not just speed but also the dedication and training of their owners.
Leading the pack in the Al Lqaya for females was “Al Shamka,” completing the 5-kilometer distance in 4:30:20 minutes. This remarkable time secured her the coveted title of Al Lqaya winner, marking a proud moment for Hamad Sarhan and his team. Following closely behind, “Malabi,” owned by Mohammed Salim bin Salem Al-Afari, clinched the second race for males, finishing in an impressive 4:18:45 minutes, which turned out to be the best overall time of the day.
Continuing with the third race, “Bainouna,” handled by Mohammed Abdullah bin Kirdous Al-Amiri, achieved victory for the females with a clocked time of 4:35:95 minutes. Meanwhile, in the fourth contest, “Azam,” also belonging to Mohammed Salim bin Salem Al-Afari, triumphed for the males, crossing the finish line in 4:30:25 minutes. The day’s events clearly underlined the intense rivalry and the desire to take home the prestigious Al Lqaya title.
The excitement didn’t end there, as the results of races five through fifteen continued to captivate the crowd. Victors included “Nawiah,” owned by Salem Jaber bin Hiai Al-Mansouri, and “Mutaba,” owned by Khalifa Dhabib bin Suleiman Al-Shamsi. Additional performances from “Muhtafil,” “Wasayef,” and others contributed to an overall unforgettable day at the Al Ain Camel Racing Festival. Each owner proudly celebrated their camel’s accomplishments, all striving for the honor of being recognized among the best in the Al Lqaya category.