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Oman’s Camel Racing Federation’s second leg ignites the desert sands

The second leg of camel racing roared to life on Thursday morning at Haima Square in Al Wusta Governorate.

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Muscat – The thrilling race, comprised of ten rounds, unfolded with six rounds dedicated to the Hajjaj category and four for the Laqaya category, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats.

In the first half, the spotlight shone on Sunn al-Hajjaj Bakkar, covering a distance of 3 km. Farha, owned by Mohammed bin Saif Al Harsusi, clinched the first position, leaving Naba and Hamlulah to secure the second and third spots, owned by Salem bin Salim Al-Jahafi and Saleh bin Ali Al-Wahaibi, respectively.

The intensity continued in the second half with Sun Al-Hajjaj Jaadan’s 3 km race. Hamloul, owned by Salim bin Muhammad Al-Hakmani, emerged victorious, with Al-Madhifi and Shaheen securing second and third places.

Moya claimed the top spot in the third race of Sun Al-Hajjaj Bakkar, outshining Mission and Saeed bin Mubarak Al-Harsousi’s entry, who secured second and third places.

The fourth round witnessed Shawaheen, owned by Hamid bin Hamoud Al-Omari, taking the lead, followed by Hamloula and Nahab in the second and third positions, held by Salim bin Nasser Al-Junaibi and Abdulaziz bin Nasser Al-Harsousi, respectively.

The excitement continued through the fifth and sixth rounds, with Al-Dhabi and Shaheen securing victories, showcasing the prowess of Saud bin Ali Al-Omari and Muhammad bin Al-Abd Balsharji Al-Harsousi.

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