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Charles Russell Speechlys supports the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club

In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Chairman of the High Committee for the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, regarding the importance of forming various partnerships that contribute to supporting the efforts made in developing horse racing and the successful organisation of international races and championships, Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club has signed a sponsorship agreement with Charles Russell Speechlys, a leading international law firm. 

The sponsorship is for the 2024/2025 horse racing season, with the agreement being signed by Mr. Yusuf Osama Buhejji, the CEO of Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, and Mr. Mazin Al Mardhi, a partner at Charles Russell Speechlys.

On this occasion, Mr. Yusuf Osama Buhejji emphasised the importance of establishing partnerships with various local and international institutions and companies, in line with the efforts to develop the club and host international horse racing championships and races in the Kingdom of Bahrain. He also pointed out the significance of such agreements that open new horizons for cooperation, praising the collaboration with Charles Russell Speechlys and expressing gratitude and appreciation to the company's officials for their interest and continuous support of horse racing in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

For his part, Mr. Mazin Al Mardhi expressed his excitement in the new partnership between Charles Russell Speechlys and Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, with the company being a sponsor of one of the races in the upcoming Bahrain Turf Series race day. The firm has a long-standing history of advising clients in the equine industry, supported by a dedicated international equestrian team that specialises in helping clients across the globe navigate the complex legal landscape of horse racing and equestrian matters. This sponsorship underscores the firm's commitment to contributing to the support of horse racing in the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is witnessing significant development on all levels, thereby enhancing the prestigious position of the Kingdom of Bahrain on the international stage for horse racing.

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