Outrage erupts as punters demand lifetime ban for jockey victim of 'worst beat we will see all year’

The incident involves horse Mohit Albahr, who appeared to be cruising towards certain victory before a dramatic collapse in the closing stages.

The footage has sparked widespread debate across social media, with many viewers left baffled by the extraordinary turn of events at the Saudi Arabian track.

During the race, Mohit Albahr broke clear of the field and established a commanding advantage over rivals as the finish line approached.

Yet in the final moments, the chasing horses began to accelerate rapidly behind the frontrunner.

What appeared to be a comfortable victory quickly unravelled as the leader was caught just lengths from the line, ultimately finishing well down the field from what had seemed an unassailable position.

The bizarre scenes have prompted many to question the jockey's handling of the horse, though some observers have speculated that the animal itself may have experienced difficulties as it neared the finish.

One social media account sharing the finish to the race wrote: “It’s a tough start to 2026 if you backed Mohit Albahr at Riyadh overnight… Might be the worst beat we see all year."

Another watcher blamed the jockey: "He’s deliberately pulled the horse up that’s a lifetime ban for sure."

A third agreed: “Surely he’s pulling him up there? Life ban.”

The video has sparked outrage throughout the racing community.

More social media users added: "Wow the jockey better have a great excuse."

Another punter added: "Wow… a shocker."

Some blamed the horse for the capitulation.

One said: "Looks like the horse went wrong.”

Another agreed: "Horse went wrong by looks of it."

One punter watching said: "Can’t blame the jockey, it looked like the horse was breaking down."

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