Ghazi, skippered by Salim Saeed Salim Al Rumaithi, won the fourth heat of the 22-feet traditional dhow sailing held at Mina Seyahi on Friday.
Mohammad Rashid Bin Shaheen in Atlas secured second place while Al Zaeem crewed by Obeid Juma Al Rumaithi finished third.
The race began in not so very rough waters with a cold wind blowing across the Palm Island.
A field of 29 dhows took to the waters, assisted by favourable winds which helped the sailors maneuver their boats to reach the finish line after the much-feared Al Khayour turn buoy near the stem of the island.
Salim Al Rumaithi used his skill and talent at the turn buoy to stay in first place ahead of well experienced Rashid Bin Shaheenwho has not been doing all that well in the last two rounds.
Ghazi was ahead of the rest all through from start to finish.
The start of the race was a spectacle to behold 30 odd white sails go up all at once forming a large dove-like scene.
The sailors put to use their skills and tactics to reach the most feared Al Khayour turn buoy, which is a deciding factor in these races as the dhow is little known for its maneuverability while turning.
In what was considered a great race was the fact that none of the dhows overturned at the Al Khayour turn buoy or during the race despite the winds that they braced.
DIMC Managing Director, Saeed Hareb said after the race: "It is always a pleasure to see young sailors take part in the traditional dhow sailing races.
"This shows their interest in their tradition and makes them remember their forefathers who toiled out hard at sea to look after the family.
"I welcome all these new youngsters and hope they continue what they have begun".
The fifth heat of the ongoing series will be held on February 25 at Mina Seyahi.
A field of 29 dhows took to the waters, assisted by favourable winds which helped the sailors manoeuvre their boats to reach the finish line after the much-feared Al Khayour turn buoy near the stem of the island...
