Al Qahtani shines as second edition of Al Shaqab League kicks off

Doha, Qatar: The second edition of the Al Shaqab League kicked off to a thrilling start at the renowned Longines Indoor Arena in Al Shaqab today, show...

Doha, Qatar: The second edition of the Al Shaqab League kicked off to a thrilling start at the renowned Longines Indoor Arena in Al Shaqab today, showcasing exciting equestrian competition. Following the success of its inaugural edition, the League continues to nurture young talent and promote excellence in horsemanship, offering aspiring riders under 25 a dynamic and competitive platform to display their skills.

In the feature class – Youth Champions 125 cm – Qatari rider Faris Saad Al Qahtani riding his trusted horse Hidiene, took the top spot as the pair combined to clock impressive times of 30.71 and 31.10 seconds. 

Saudi’s Khaled Al Hady followed closely, riding Doremi Du Flot Z to times of 32.80 and 33.74 seconds, earning him a well-deserved second place. Qatar’s Ibrahim Yousef Al Mahmoud astride Hero claimed third place after registering times of 32.71 and 34.89 seconds.   In the Future Champions 105cm class, Mohammed Faisal Al Marri claimed first place with his mare Dusty in 25.08 seconds. Abdullah bin Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani starred by securing both second and third places with two different horses. He came second with Cassandra 352 in 27.37 second and in third place with Goteborg Handyman in 27.46 seconds.

In the Introductory Class – Optimum Time – 80 cm, Abdulla Ahmad Al Musafri triumphed with his gelding Ready To Rock And Roll, completing the course in 52.55 seconds. Abdulrahman Khalid Al Thani, riding Evidence Du, finished second in 52.87 seconds, followed by Rashid Abdulaziz Al Torki, who placed third with Faradiba in 51.11 seconds.