AJ Barakah Shines on Second Day of Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championship
Abu Dhabi, February 24, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The second day of the Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championship "Title" witnessed intense and thrilling competitions at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, as some of the world’s finest Arabian horses competed for top honors.
The standout performance of the day came from AJ Barakah, who stole the spotlight by achieving the highest score of the competition—92.21 points—in Section C of the Mares 4+ years old category for Ajman Stud.
A Prestigious Event with Strong International Presence
The championship, which features 338 horses from the UAE and beyond, is organized by the Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS) in accordance with European Conference of Arab Horse Organisations (ECAHO) regulations. The event boasts an impressive total prize pool of €4 million, attracting elite horses and renowned breeders.
The competition was attended by several notable figures, including:
Dr. Ali bin Tamim, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre
Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Chairman of the UAE Government’s Cyber Security Council
Rashid Mubarak bin Markhan Al Ketbi, Secretary General of the UAE Falconry Federation and the International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing (IFFSR)
Mohamed Ahmed Al Harbi, Director General of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society
Additionally, owners and managers of prestigious Arabian horse studs from across the world were present, further elevating the event’s global stature.
Competition Highlights: Top Performers in Each Category
Following AJ Barakah’s record-breaking performance, stablemate AJ Alula also made an impression, topping Section B of the Mares 4+ years old category with 92.07 points.
In other categories:
Yearling Colts (Section A): Fam Vortex led with 91.14 points for owner Federico Jordan
Yearling Colts (Section B): Shamel Al Zobair, owned by Sheikh Fahad bin Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Thani, won with 89.93 points
Colts 2 Years Old (Section A): Mishref Al Shaqab dominated with 91.36 points for Al Shaqab Stud
Colts 2 Years Old (Section B): AJ Rabdan secured victory with 91.00 points for Ajman Stud
Colts 3 Years Old (Section A): E.S. Teber, owned by Sheikh Abdullah bin Majid Al Qassimi, topped with 90.57 points
Colts 3 Years Old (Section B): AJ Sayer took first place with 91.71 points for Ajman Stud
A Showcase of Excellence in Arabian Horse Breeding
With top-tier horses competing at exceptional levels, the Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championship continues to solidify its reputation as one of the world’s most prestigious platforms for showcasing the beauty, heritage, and excellence of Arabian horse breeding.
As the competition progresses, enthusiasts and industry leaders eagerly await the final rounds, where the best of the best will vie for championship titles and further cement their legacy in the world of Arabian horse excellence.