The Al Shaqab International Arabian Horse Show held under the esteemed patronage of HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Chairman of Al Shaqab, concluded with a resounding success yesterday. Organised by Al Shaqab, a member of Qatar Foundation, the event held over two days at the magnificent Longines Arena Al Shaqab embodied a significant milestone for the Arabian Show Horse industry in Qatar and the wider region. The eye-catching show featured more than 250 of the finest purebred Arabians horses from Qatar and abroad.The show, which was witnessed by a packed crowd, not only showcased the beauty and grace of purebred Arabian horses but also celebrated the traditional and cultural significance of owning these magnificent creatures, reflecting the deep-seated love for Arabian horses in the community.On the final day of the event, Abdullateef Basheer Reja Alrasheedi’s Bashir Al Bashir claimed the top honours in the Senior Stallions Championship. Badi Athbah, owned by Al Jazeel Stud, was second with Aladeed Stud’s Falah Al Shaqab taking the third place.DA Magic Moment owned by Nasser Mohamed M A al-Hajri won the Senior Mares Championship. Al Thamer Stud’s AJ Sara took the second place, followed by Al Hamad Stud’s E.M Queen Desert.The Junior Colts Championship was won by Bahi Al Jaham, which is owned by Al Jaham Stud. Hamad bin Mohamed al-Rajhi/Al Rajhiah Stud’s Alsultan RJ was second, followed by Sons Mubark Hindi al-Khaldi/Alkhawolid Stud’s Dawood Al Muawd.Majed Mohamed A. Alnukhaysh’s Shmooa Al Enaya won the Shmooa Al Enaya ahead of Mzoon Al Diriyah, owned by Mesfer Mohamed M A al-Hajri. Sab’ah Al Shahania of HE Sheikha Iman Mohamed K H al-Thani finished third.The inaugural edition of the show boasted an esteemed panel of judges who brought their expertise to evaluate and appreciate the prowess of these equestrian teams, adding an extra layer of excitement to the competition.Al Shaqab International Arabian Horse Show is classified as a B show by the European Conference of Arab Horse Organisations (ECAHO), allowing winning horses to qualify for international shows of higher classification.Results (Top 3)Mares 4-6 Years Old (Class 7): 1. E.M Queen Desert; 2. AJ Sara; 3. Minerva SBAMares 7-10 Years Old (Class 8): 1. D Fala; 2. Bint Sultan; 3. Arwa Al NasserMares 11+ Years Old Class 9: 1. Da Magic Moment; 2. HS Miesque; 3. LamanaStallions 4-6 Years Old (Class 10): 1. Bashir Al Bashir; 2. Karim Alkhaled; 3. Muhab BHMStallions 7+ Years Old Class 11 & 12 merged: 1. Badi Athbah; 2. Falah Al Shaqab; 3. D JaleelYearling Fillies Championship: 1. Farida Mudhar; 2. Hariryah Al Nasser; 3. Rahaf MudharYearling Colts Championship: 1. Hamza Al Shahania; 2. Magnums Ramses SH; 3. Baheer Al ShaqabJunior Fillies Championship: 1. Shmooa Al Enaya; 2. Mzoon Al Diriyah; 3. Sab’ah Al ShahaniaJunior Colts Championship: 1. Bahi Al Jaham; 2. Alsultan RJ; 3. Dawood Al MuawdSenior Mares Championship; 1. DA Magic Moment; 2. AJ Sara; 3. E. M. Queen DesertSenior Stallions Championship: 1, Bashir Al Bashir; 2. Badi Athbah; 3. Falah Al Shaqab
November 19, 2023 | 12:52 AM