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The World Arabian Horse Championship Dazzles in Qatar: Al Shaqab's Triumphs at Doha Old Port

[Doha, 21 Dec 2023] – The World Arabian Horse Championship, a prestigious global showcase of Arabian equine excellence, made its debut in Qatar this year, highlighting the unparalleled beauty of purebred Arabian horses. The event, held from December 7th to 9th, 2023, at Doha Old Port, brought together over 100 horses from more than 25 countries, along with approximately 2,000 passionate horse owners, breeders, and equestrian professionals.

Al Shaqab, a prominent participant in the championship, proudly presented two outstanding horses:

SHAHALEL AL SHAQAB

Sire: Namous Al Shahania

Dam: Siwar Al Shaqab

Category: Yearling Filly

Handler: Mr. Raphael Curti

 

Class Results:

1st place in class 1B - Yearling Fillies with 93.36 points and most beautiful head.

 

Championship Results:

Gold World Champion Yearling Filly

 

Previous Achievements:

Gold Champion in Katara 2023

Gold Champion in Menton 2023

Gold Champion in Aachen 2023

 

D BEISAN

Sire: D Seraj

Dam: RAH Rosalia

Category: Junior Filly

Handler: Mr. Raphael Curti

 

Class Results:

1st place in class 2B - Junior Fillies with 93.86 points, most beautiful head, highest score of the show.

Championship Results:

Gold World Champion Junior Filly

Previous Achievements:

Gold Champion in Katara 2023

 

These remarkable achievements at The World Arabian Horse Championship add to Al Shaqab's legacy of success, showcasing their commitment to breeding and presenting exceptional Arabian horses on the global stage.

As the event concludes, organizers announce the anticipation of its return to Qatar in December 2025, promising another spectacle of Arabian horse magnificence. The championship continues to captivate audiences worldwide, celebrating the regal beauty and heritage of the Arabian horse.

Al Shaqab – A World-Class Facility

Since its establishment in 1992, Al Shaqab’s vision has been to build on Qatar’s Arabian horse heritage and be a leading global center for equine professionals, while providing an engaging experience for the community. Global leadership has not only meant preserving, improving, and promoting the Arabian horse breed, but also encouraging the community in this unique, traditional cultural sport. 

Today, Al Shaqab’s impressive facilities, which are distinctively designed in the shape of a horseshoe, cover 980,000 square meters. With a state-of-the-art Main Arena comprising both an indoor and outdoor venue capable of holding over 5,000 spectators, Al Shaqab is part of Qatar’s growing reputation on the world stage that showcases its ability to host major international sports event at the highest level.

 

About The World Arabian Horse Championship:

For the first time in the 40 years plus history of the World Arabian Horse Championship as a result of a Strategic Partnership between Katara and CENECA, Katara succeeded in bringing from France to Qatar this unique and unparalleled world Championship which majestically thrones on the top of the pyramid of the year-round affiliated ECAHO’s Arabian Horse shows and competitions taking place all over the world.  

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