Askar, owned by Mohamed Nasser al-Nuaimi, clinched the Muaither Cup the feature event of the 22nd Race Meeting of Qatar Racing & Equestrian Club (QREC) yesterday. The Hadi al-Ramzani-trained horse was saddled by Ibrahim Nader, and beat colt Issa of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Khalifa al-Thani at the post. Sayyad of Al Ghazali Stud finished third in the Purebred Arabians (Handicap 75-95). QREC Racing Manager Abdulla Rashid al-Kubaisi presented the trophies. PICTURES: Juhaim