Qatar hosts international horse racing festival

The Emir’s Sword Festival brought together some of the world’s best horses and trainers.

Qatar is pushing to become a global power in thoroughbred racing.

The country’s premier international race, the Emir’s Sword Festival, took place on Saturday in Doha. The event brings together some of the world’s best horses and trainers.

Al Jazeera’s Sana Hamouche reports from Doha.