Emirati Riders Claim Three Titles in Compiègne

Mdmar – France

Emirati endurance riders delivered another outstanding performance on the international stage, claiming three titles and several podium finishes at the Compiègne Endurance Rides in France. Victories in the CEI3* 160km event, the Junior 120km Ride and the CEI2* 120km competition further reinforced the UAE’s status as one of the world’s leading endurance nations.

The achievements reflected the impact of this continued support, as Emirati riders once again demonstrated their excellence on the international stage, reinforcing the UAE’s position as one of the world’s leading nations in endurance riding

The winners were crowned by Fahad Saeed Al Raqbani, UAE Ambassador to the French Republic, in the presence of Mohammed Ali Al Hadrami, Events Director of the Emirates Global Endurance Village; Lara Sawaya, Executive Director of Sponsorship and Marketing at the Village; Bert Owais, General Manager of Camellia Flowers; representatives of Emirates Airline and EIEV PULSE; and a number of sponsors and partners.

The second leg of the Emirates Global Endurance Village Series is scheduled to take place in Argentina on 26th June.

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Competing against an elite field of international riders, the UAE team delivered an outstanding performance in Compiègne, securing victory in the 160 km CEI3* ride, the Junior 120 km Ride, and the 120 km CEI2* ride, in addition to several podium finishes.

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Majid Jamal Al Muhairi claimed top honours in the 160 km CEI3* ride aboard Volubile du Foux from F3 Stables following an impressive performance across the six-phase competition. Fellow Emirati rider Saif Ahmed Al Mazrouei finished second aboard Baillot Charles, while Bahraini rider Mohammed Abdulhameed Al Hashemi secured third place aboard G Star.

In the Junior Ride, Emirati rider Rashid Al Zahed continued the UAE’s winning run by claiming victory aboard Baraka Unica from F3 Stables. Bahraini rider Jaber Bader Jafar finished second aboard Irada Victorias, while France’s Léa Clerice completed the podium in third place aboard Chekhov.

The UAE riders concluded their successful campaign in Compiègne with another victory as Salem Malhoof Al Ketbi won the 120 km CEI2* ride aboard SW Capiroz from M7 Endurance Stables. He completed the course in 5:05:59 hours at an average speed of 23.5 km/h, adding another title to the UAE’s impressive tally.

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Emirati rider Mansoor Al Farsi finished second aboard Baillot Rembrandt from MRM Stables, while Bahraini rider Isa Humaid Dakheel Al Enezi took third place aboard Hermine d’Artagnan from Victorias Stables.

These results underline the continued development of endurance riding in the UAE and highlight the success of the country’s rider development programmes across all age categories. The achievements also reaffirm the UAE’s status as a dominant force in international endurance

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Sheikh Rashid bin Dalmook Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Equestrian Club, said: “We are proud of the outstanding results achieved by Emirati riders in international competitions, which reflect the leading position that UAE endurance riding has attained thanks to the strong support of our wise leadership. We congratulate the riders, trainers and all support teams on this achievement, and we look forward to continuing this success and raising the UAE flag at major championships around the world.”

Ahmed Rashed Al Kaabi, General Manager and Board Member of Dubai Equestrian Club, said: “The results achieved in Compiègne are the outcome of continuous hard work and the significant efforts of the riders, technical teams and support staff. These achievements reflect the UAE’s leading position in endurance riding, supported by the unwavering backing of our leadership. We will continue to provide the best possible support and preparation to maintain this leadership position, strengthen the UAE’s presence on the international stage and achieve further success at major events worldwide.”

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