Sheikh Mohammed's Godolphin operation have purchased a majority share in Dewhurst Stakes winner Belardo.
The Roger Varian-trained colt will run in the famous blue silks of Godolphin and be part-owned by Prince Faisal for the remainder of his racing career.
John Ferguson, bloodstock advisor to Sheikh Mohammed, said: "Belardo is a lovely horse, full of quality and we are delighted to own the horse in partnership with Prince Faisal.
"Prince Faisal has owned many great horses in the past such as Invincible Spirit and we feel that Belardo has a very exciting future at stud when his racing days are over.
"The horse, who will run in Godolphin's colours, will continue to be trained by Roger Varian who has done so well with the colt this year".
Ted Voute, who purchased the son of Lope De Vega as a yearling and represents Prince Faisal, told www.godolphin.com: "Prince Faisal and Sheikh Mohammed have known each other for many years and he was happy to sell the interest in Belardo knowing that he will remain very involved with the horse's racing future and was delighted in the knowledge that the horse will retire to be a Darley stallion".
Belardo has won three of his five starts, beating Kodi Bear by two lengths at Newmarket on Future Champions Day.
