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Al Shaqab Unveils the Second Edition of the Al Shaqab International League Qualifying for the FEI Group VII Final

Known for its excellence and innovation in sport, Al Shaqab once again reinforces its commitment to advancing Qatar’s sporting legacy and supporting the nation's vision of becoming a global sports hub, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.

The league will be held at the renowned Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab from April 24 to 26, 2025. Competitions will take place on Thursday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, on Friday from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

This 2^nd edition of the international league serves as a high-quality platform for riders at all levels to compete, grow, and excel. By emphasizing core values such as confidence, discipline, and sportsmanship, the league aims to develop athletes capable of competing on the world stage.

Al Shaqab is proud to announce that the 2nd edition of Al Shaqab International League will host the qualifying tournament for the FEI Group VII Final, a prestigious equestrian event organized by Al Shaqab’s Equine Education Department under the supervision of the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) for riders representing Group VII nations, which include countries from the Middle East and North Africa. It is also worth noting that Al Shaqab will host the Group VII Final at the end of November 2025.

The league will feature a comprehensive range of categories to accommodate riders of varying ages and skill levels.

 Local Categories:

• Intro 1 (40 cm)
• Intro 2 (60 cm)
• Intro 3 (80 cm)
• Amateur (100 cm)

Internationally Recognized Categories:

• Future Champions (Ages 12–14 | Height 105–110 cm): Qualifies for FEI Group VII finals
• Junior Champions (Ages 14–18 | Height 115–120 cm): Qualifies for FEI Group VII finals
• Youth Champions (Ages 16–21 | Height 125–130 cm): Qualifies for FEI Group VII finals
• Open Class (Height 115–120 cm)
• Al Shaqab Champions (Height 135 – 140 cm)

Al Shaqab invites all riders, families, and the wider community to be part of this thrilling journey—whether by participating, supporting, or simply enjoying the world of equestrian sport. The Al Shaqab International League marks the beginning of a new chapter in Qatar’s equestrian excellence.