Saturday, March 25, 2006

UAE: Marzouqi clinches Abu Dhabi Cup

Khaleej Times Online: "?I think my patience to ride the horse to his ability was rewarded at the end. My horse was in good shape but I didn?t want to ride at a crazy pace and pay the penalty of what the other rider did,? said Marzouqi, who had won the President?s Cup junior ride in 2003 and runner up the following year.

?I follow instructions from my crew but decide on the pace and other matters instinctively. In endurance, riding a winner is as important as the welfare of the horse. I think I achieved both today,? he added."

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