Elevating Bahrain's International Stature
"The commitment to developing the sector has substantially elevated Bahrain's international stature in horse racing and positioned it into a leading global hub for hosting major international competitions.
Bahrain International Trophy 2025
A Global Spectacle. A Record-Breaking Year.
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A Broadcast Event Bringing Bahrain to the World
World-Class Production Standards
Broadcast: 40-minute World Feed and full card coverage via Racing TV Extra. Innovation: Debuted the first live Zoom link-up for the Post Position draw. Talent: Featured Nick Luck (Studio) and Nick Lightfoot (On-course). Feature: Screened the 'Jewel of the Gulf' legacy film.
A World-Class Field Assembled
"A masterstroke... Royal Champion is a very generous horse and a furlong and a half out I knew I was going to get there.
"It's a beautiful track. We'll be back.
Royal Champion — 7-year-old gelding by Shamardal. Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum (Homebred). Trainer: Karl Burke. Prize: Part of the $1M purse. "This victory put the seal on a fantastic year for trainer Karl Burke — his best season ever."
Exploding on Digital & Social Platforms
+800,000 Impressions via Leaderboard & Skyscraper banners. +5,200 Direct clicks to Bahrain Turf Club website. Daily TV spots on Racing TV and (Racing Replay) highlights.
Making Headlines Worldwide
International Media
A Premier Lifestyle Experience
The Bahrain International Trophy delivered a world-class lifestyle experience combining elite horse racing with premium hospitality, entertainment, and cultural celebration.
Forward Agenda
• Strengthen the 'Bahrain as premium racing destination' storyline • Deepen Tier-1 broadcast + international PR partnerships • Build a year-round Bahrain racing narrative (not only race-day) • Target: long-term pathway to Group 1 positioning • Track KPIs: reach, sentiment, visitor growth, sponsorship value, press share Closing: BIT is a national asset which needs to be scaled to new heights.
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