Leading owner Sheikh Mohammed Obaid withdraws all 10 horses from Roger Varian's stables after a successful nine-year partnership, marking the end of an era in Newmarket.
Roger Varian has confirmed that prominent owner Sheikh Mohammed Obaid has withdrawn all 10 horses he had in training at Carlburg Stables in Newmarket.
Over the past nine years, the duo has enjoyed significant success, including seven victories at the highest level.
Among the best horses in the iconic yellow silks with black spots trained by Varian during this period was Postponed, who triumphed in the Sheema Classic, Coronation Cup, and Juddmonte International in 2016.
A statement on www.varianstable.com read: "I can confirm that Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum has ended his support of my stable. The 10 horses that he currently had in training with me departed today."
"I would like to convey my sincere thanks to Sheikh Obaid for all the opportunities that he has given me over the last nine years.
'Together, we have had a long and fruitful association, enjoying many wonderful days in Britain – not least at Royal Ascot – and overseas, including seven Group Ones.
'Sheikh Obaid is a passionate and committed supporter of racing across the globe, and I wish him and his horses all the best in the future.
'It is important for me to add that myself and the team here at Carlburg remain fully focused on continuing our successful season.
'Our stable currently houses a top-class miler in Charyn and a British Classic winner in Elmalka, as well as many other highly talented horses.
'We are very grateful to all of our owners and look forward to rewarding their ongoing support over the coming months and years.'
