RIYADH -- After having passed a race in France last July qualifying him to a world championship, Hamoud bin Saleh Al-Badi, a professional Saudi jockey, is set to participate in the Endurance World Championship for Junior Horses, scheduled for Sardinia horse track in Italy, Saturday, riding his horse Despe Du Fonpeyrol. . Al-Badi was embarked on a preparatory camp, in which he participated in several races to confirm his readiness to participate in the international event. Extending thanks to Prince Abdullah bin Fahd bin Abdullah, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation, for his continuous support, Al-Badi indicated that he is doing well. -- SPA