Taking place in the purpose-built Jump Saudi arena, the fourth stage of the Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) in Riyadh offered a spectacular celebration of Arabian horse heritage and excellence. With Tour icons including Shahalel al Shaqab (Na’mous al Shahania x Siwar al Shaqab), D Borkan (FA el Rasheem x D Ajayeb), and Berlin MP (S.M.A. Magic One x Baraka MP) returning to the arena alongside an impressive array of Saudi and international contenders, the event drew an enthusiastic crowd of breeders, dignitaries, and fans for four days of unforgettable competition and cultural richness.
With an elite lineup of purebred Arabian horses vying for championship titles, the Riyadh stage culminated in a grand finale that honoured Saudi culture in dazzling fashion. The closing entertainment offered a blend of traditional music and dance. The highlight came as the celebrated stallion Alexxanderr (Excalibur EA x AR Most Irresistible) was crowned Gold Senior Male Champion, receiving honours in front of a captivated audience.
Arabella al Shahania (LR Solo Mio x Assilah al Shahania) took home the first Gold for Al Shahania Stud, Qatar, winning the Yearling Filly Championship with a polished and elegant performance. She was followed in Silver by Areej Akmal (Rhan al Shahania x Badia A), representing Saudi Arabia’s Akmal Stud, while AJ Sindala (Ghaith al Zobair x AJ Sajwa), Gold winner in Muscat, completed the podium with a Bronze for Ajman Stud.
In the Yearling Colt Championship, Mistiq al Shahania (LR Solo Mio x Haya al Shahania) dazzled for Al Shahania Stud with fluid movement and refined type to claim Gold. Nebras NA (Mutbahi al Hawajer x Bint Marajj) secured Silver for Al Naif Stud, Saudi Arabia, while Sharar Almanhal (M Munther x Shams Almanhal), a consistent presence on the Tour, earned Bronze for SK Arabians, Qatar.
Shahalel al Shaqab extended her undefeated run by taking another Gold for Al Shaqab Stud, Qatar in the Junior Female Championship, with Shahbrys HVP (Royal Asad x Rebecca HVP) once again following closely in Silver for Ajmal Stud, Saudi Arabia. Expectations Alwajba (Excalibur EA x Expected Beauty) took Bronze for Al Wajba Stud, Qatar.
D Borkan returned with force in the Junior Male Championship, seizing his second consecutive Gold for Dubai Arabian Horse Stud with yet another high-scoring performance. Chalino CJ (Ghaly al Hawajer x Euphoria) earned Silver for Al Shahania Stud, while Naif al Areeb (Mutabahi al Hawajer x Ghzaia al Dahm) took Bronze for Al Nouf Stud, proudly representing Saudi Arabia.
The Senior Female Championship saw a commanding win for D Beisan (D Seraj x RAH Rosalia) of Al Shaqab Stud, delivering a flawless presentation of type and femininity. RK Sadeem (Magid Moniscione x BV Especially Stivana) earned Silver for Ajman Stud, while Najla Umm Aludham (Wadee al Shaqab x DA Magic Moment) earned a proud Bronze for Umm Aludham Stud, Saudi Arabia.
In the final championship of the event, the renowned Alexxanderr claimed the Gold Senior Male Championship for Al Mirqab Farm, Qatar, with poise and strength. Berlin MP, the Muscat champion, followed with Silver for Hleetan Stud, Qatar, while E.S. Harir (AJ Dinar x TF Magnums Magic) took Bronze for SK Arabians, UAE.
As the Tour progresses to its next destinations, Shahalel al Shaqab continues to lead the female rankings with an unbeaten record, while Sharar Almanhal climbs in the male standings. The handler leaderboard remains topped by Paolo Capecci, who continues to impress with consistent performances across categories.
Next week, the Global Champions Arabians Tour makes its American debut in Miami Beach, USA, from 17-19 April at 36th Street Park, marking the second stage of the GCAT Americas Series. The Tour then returns to Europe in June for the Cannes stage, continuing its journey through some of the world’s most iconic destinations.
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Inaugurated in 2024, the Global Champions Arabians Tour is an exclusive Arabian Horse Championship series, taking place in state-of-the-art venues in iconic locations worldwide and offers the highest prize money in the sport’s history. Its mission is to promote the uniqueness of purebred Arabian horses through an international platform, fostering a legacy of excellence, transparency, fairness and integrity.
