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Our Story

Heritage, passion, and the pursuit of excellence

Hamdan Zayed

Founder & Chairman, SAHAM Horses Racing

Hamdan Zayed grew up in a family with deep roots in the equine world, where an appreciation for bloodstock was woven into everyday life from an early age. At the turn of the millennium, he saw an opportunity to reshape the concept of racehorse ownership in the region — making it more transparent, more thrilling, and more personal.

His philosophy was built on a simple principle: every owner, regardless of the size of their share, deserves to feel the heartbeat of their horse walking in the parade ring. From that conviction, SAHAM was born.

"We believe the passion of racing should never be exclusive — SAHAM makes it accessible to all."

Our Philosophy

SAHAM was founded on a simple belief: that the experience of racehorse ownership should be as extraordinary as the horses themselves. We select from the finest European bloodlines, place our horses with the best trainers in the world, and create an ownership experience that brings together a community of people who share a deep connection to the sport.

The name SAHAM — meaning "share" in Arabic — reflects our core principle: shared ownership, shared passion, shared success. This is not merely an investment in a horse; it is an investment in an experience that extends well beyond the racecourse and into the heart.

History

Our Journey

2004
SAHAM Founded
With a passion for bloodstock and a belief that elite ownership should be accessible, SAHAM was established in the UAE.
2008
First Group Winner
Our first Group 3 winner crossed the line at Newbury, marking the beginning of a tradition of competing at the highest level.
2012
UAE Expansion
Extending our reach into the UAE racing scene, we placed horses in training at Meydan and began competing on the international stage.
2016
AED 10M Milestone
Cumulative prize money earned by SAHAM horses reached AED 10 million — a testament to the quality of our bloodstock selection.
2020
Digital Platform Launch
Bringing ownership into the modern age with our owner portal — live updates, race entries, and direct communication with the team.
2024
AED 27M Prize Money
Over two decades of competition, SAHAM horses have earned over AED 27 million in prize money across five continents.
People

The Team

Hamdan Zayed
Founder & Chairman
Steve Douglas
Head of Bloodstock
Rashid Almazrouei
Operations Director
Marmoush
Racing Manager

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