The Haima camel race concluded on Thursday at Haima Track in Oman’s Al Wusta Governorate, drawing a strong turnout from competitors and spectators alike. The event, organized by the Oman Camel Racing Federation (OCRF) and supported by Shell Oman, featured intense competition across three racing categories.

Held under the patronage of Shaikh Mohammed bin Ali al Ghufaili, Wali of Haima, the one-day event comprised eight rounds divided into Hagayeg, Laqaya, and Iyada classes. The Hagayeg category included four rounds over a distance of 3 kilometers, while the Laqaya and Iyada categories each featured two rounds covering 4 kilometers. Winners and key participants, including government and private representatives, were recognized in a ceremony led by Shaikh Mohammed.

A total of six trophies were awarded for the main rounds of the competition, along with cash prizes distributed among the top ten finishers in each round. The event attracted a diverse group of camel owners and trainers from various wilayats, reflecting broad regional involvement.

This race is part of a broader program by the OCRF for the 2025–2026 season aimed at promoting and sustaining the tradition of camel racing across Oman. The federation has conducted nine events under its direct auspices so far this season, supplemented by three races sponsored by Shell Oman and another three supported by Occidental Oman. These efforts highlight ongoing initiatives to preserve cultural heritage while stimulating sporting and economic activities in the region.

In the competition’s final standings in the Hagayeg category, the camel Tharwa, owned by Saad bin Hamad al Junaibi, took first place. The runner-up was Al Tayir, owned by Ahmed bin Abdullah al Mughairi, followed by two camels owned by Nasser bin Rashid al Harsousi—Al Fayezah and Mughader.

In the Laqaya category, Bayan, owned by Mubarak bin Mohammed al Harsousi, secured first place ahead of Muawadh, owned by Sultan bin Salim al Mathaimi. The Iyada category was won by Mawiya, owned by Mohammed bin Shliwayh al Junaibi, with Lahab, owned by Saad bin Hamad al Junaibi, finishing second.

The event’s successful execution and robust participation underscore the federation’s dedication to nurturing Oman’s camel racing heritage while contributing to the local economy and community engagement in Al Wusta Governorate.