The events of Week 41 of the 2025 horse racing season, hosted at the Qasr Ben Ghashir racetrack, have concluded.
Week 41 saw the participation of 175 horses, represented by categories of Arabian, local, and imported breeds. The competitions are organized by the Libyan Horse Racing Authority, which aims through this race to organize the finals of the Libya Cup for horse racing.
Qasr Ben Ghashir racetrack
Qasr Ben Ghashir is a horse racing track located near Tripoli, Libya. It was historically a prominent venue for equestrian events and a social hub, reflecting the cultural importance of horse breeding and racing in Libyan tradition.
Libyan Horse Racing Authority
The Libyan Horse Racing Authority oversees and promotes the tradition of horse racing in Libya, a sport with deep historical roots in North African Arab and Bedouin culture. It organizes events that preserve this heritage while adapting to modern sporting standards.
Libya Cup
The Libya Cup is the premier domestic football knockout competition in Libya, first established in 1975. It has been contested by clubs across the country, though its history has been interrupted by periods of political instability and conflict.
