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Al Shaqab Unveils Details for the Second Edition of the Al Shaqab International Arabian Horse Show, Supported by the Social & Sport Contribution Fund

This extraordinary event is a must-attend for Arabian horse enthusiasts, as it promises to leave a lasting impression with the participation of 265 horses, 65 of which will be from the GCC.

This year’s competition will feature an esteemed panel of judges from various countries, fortifying the significance of the competition. The Judges are as follows:  Mr. Elyas Ebrahim Faraj, Mr. Nikolaus Jung, Mr. Bruce McCrea, Mr. Cristian Moschini, Mr. Tamás Rombauer, Mr. Soheil Sanati, Ms. Anna Stefaniuk, and Mr. Said Wafa. The Disciplinary Committee will be made up of:  Dr. Vet. Abdelwahab Bin Ali Amira, Dr. Vet. Islam El Mahdy, Ms. Christine Keyser, and Dr. Vet. Laura Mascagna.  And the Ringmasters are:  Mr. Bart Beckers and Dr. Vet. Ayman Saad.

During the press conference held on October 20^th, Mr. Khalid Al Jehani, manager of the Al Shaqab International Arabian Horse Show, expressed enthusiasm about the significant number of participants, noting that competition will be compelling as expected.

The Al Shaqab International Arabian Horse Show will span over four days, as horses will compete for valuable prizes.  The competition has also added a new category for foals.  The show is classified as a B show, and is overseen by the European Conference of Arab Horse Organizations (ECAHO), which allows winning horses to qualify for international shows of higher classification.

Through the competition, Al Shaqab aims to highlight the rich cultural heritage of Arabian horses in order to instill knowledge and passion for purebred Arabians. This event also aims to promote the status of purebred Arabians, both locally and globally.

Don’t miss out on the chance to attend this remarkable event! Reserve your table today and be prepared for an unforgettable experience.