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24th CISM World Military Equestrian Championship

Start Date / Time:
27/11/24
End Date / Time:
30/11/24
Location:
Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab

Al Shaqab’s renowned Longines Indoor Arena will host the 24th CISM World Military Equestrian Championship in show jumping, an event that brings together military equestrian athletes from around the globe. Taking place in Doha, Qatar, from November 27 – 28/ November 30, this prestigious championship will feature elite riders from 15 countries, embodying the International Military Sports Council (CISM) motto, “Friendship Through Sport.”

Qatar, the organizing nation, will welcome riders from Saudi Arabia, Syria, Oman, Egypt, Tunisia, Turkey, Italy, France, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Ecuador, United Arab Emirates and Brazil. The championship is not only an arena for competition but a platform for cultural exchange and friendship among military athletes, exemplifying Qatar’s commitment to international sports diplomacy and its dedication to excellence in equestrian sports.

Since its founding in Cannes, France, in 1948 by Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, CISM has grown into a global organization with 141 member nations, including Qatar, which joined in 1974. CISM’s mission of promoting peace and friendship through sports is uniquely represented in the military equestrian disciplines, where athletes showcase remarkable skills and sportsmanship.

The 24th CISM World Military Equestrian Championship marks another milestone in Qatar’s journey to becoming an international hub for sport and diplomacy, reinforcing the values of unity, excellence, and collaboration on the global stage.

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