Sakhee to run at Nad Al Sheba on Thursday

In a massive boost to the Dubai Racing Club and to horse racing in the United Arab Emirates, Sakhee will step out and run in a vital lead-up to his attempt on the $6,000,000 Group I Dubai World Cup, sponsored by Emirates airline.

The Chairman of the Dubai Racing Club, Ali Khamis Al Jafleh said yesterday that those who want a close look at the horse should be at Nad Al Sheba on Thursday night.

"Sakhee is the best horse in the world and everyone that can come to Nad Al Sheba on Thursday night should do so to have a look at and support this magnificent horse," said Al Jafleh.

"In any other sport the best in the world attracts huge crowds and Thursday night should be no different, Sakhee is the best and here is a golden opportunity for all to see him up close."

"And when everyone sees him they will realise, he is a magnificent looking horse and has the ability to match."

Sakhee is officially rated the world's best racehorse, he was rated 133 on the 2001 International Classifications, assessed by a panel of International Handicappers.

"It is magnificent news that Sakhee will run at Nad Al Sheba on Thursday night and it is extremely appropriate that the best horse in the world runs at a meeting which includes the support of one of the world's best car manufacturers, Jaguar," said Ranya Doleh, Senior Manager, Marketing and Public Relations for the Dubai Racing Club.

"For anyone interested in coming to see the best horse in the world, Nad Al Sheba offers the very best facilities and Sakhee's appearance will provide them with the opportunity to see and experience something very special."

"The world of racing will be talking about Sakhee at Nad Al Sheba on Thursday night and this is a golden opportunity to be there, it really should not be missed by anybody."