Emirates NBD guests enjoyed first class hospitality and stunning views of the course from an exclusive private chalet hosted by Sulamain Al Mazroui, Executive Vice-President Group Marketing, Duncan Steele-Bodger, Director and Head of Private Banking in London and Abdul Latif Al Mulla.
During lunch BBC television sports presenter Rishi Persad, fulfilling his final horseracing assignment before flying to Beijing to present the BBC's coverage of the Olympic Games, provided guests with expert analysis and a preview of the day's action on the track.
The Emirates NBD Cup was won by Perfect Stride owned by prominent UAE businessman Saeed Suhail and trained in Newmarket by Sir Michael Stoute.
Given a splendid ride by jockey Ryan Moore, the three-year-old colt left a disappointing run in the 2,000 Guineas 12 weeks ago well behind him to score an impressive three-lengths victory over the hot favourite, Yaddree.
The winning owner's trophy was received in the absence of Saeed Suhail by his racing manager, former top jockey Bruce Raymond.
Mr. Jamal Bin Ghalaita said:
"We know that Emirates NBD Private Banking clients welcome the opportunity to meet with each other and interact socially in high quality environments. Ascot Racecourse, and its commitment to providing the best possible service to its customers fits well with our own corporate philosophy. Emirates NBD exudes the finest in banking service quality in the region. Conveniently located in the heart of Knightsbridge, Emirates NBD Private Banking office in London provides our clients with a full customized wealth management offering. Although our Private Banking clients are predominantly linked to the UAE - economically, socially and culturally - their wealth is typically invested globally and we are on hand to support them."
Laa Rayb, owned by Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum, provided the shock result of the day when winning the ultra-competitive totesport International Stakes at odds of 18-1.
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