Alexxanderr triumphs at Global Champions Arabians Tour in Riyadh
RIYADH: The fourth stage of the Global Champions Arabians Tour in Riyadh saw Alexxanderr, one of the world's most celebrated stallions, emerge triumphant at the purpose-built Jump Saudi arena.
With Tour legends such as Shahalel Al-Shaqab, D Borkan and Berlin MP returning to the arena alongside an impressive array of Saudi and international contenders, the event drew a strong crowd of breeders, dignitaries and fans for four days of competition.
Alexxanderr was crowned Gold Senior Stallion Champion while Arabella Al-Shahania took home the first gold for Al-Shahania Stud, Qatar, winning the Yearling Fillies Championship with a polished and elegant performance. Behind her Areej Akmal, representing Saudi Arabia's AKMAL Stud, took silver, while AJ Sindala, gold medal winner in Muscat, completed the podium with a bronze for Ajman Stud.
In the Yearling Colts Championship, Mistiq Al-Shahania dazzled for Al-Shahania Stud with fluid, refined movement to claim gold. Nebras NA secured silver for Al-Naif Stud, Saudi Arabia, while Sharar Al-Manhal, a consistent presence on the Tour, earned bronze for SK Arabians, Qatar.
Shahalel Al-Shaqab extended her undefeated run with another gold for Al-Shaqab Stud, Qatar, in the Junior Fillies Championship, with Shahbrys HVP again following closely with silver for Ajmal Stud, Saudi Arabia, and Expectations Al-Wajba taking bronze for Al-Wajba Stud, Qatar.
D Borkan returned with force in the Junior Colts Championship, seizing his second consecutive gold for Dubai Arabian Horse Stud with yet another high-scoring performance. Chalino CJ earned silver for Al-Shahania Stud, and Naif Al-Areeb took bronze for Al-Nouf Stud, Saudi Arabia.
The Senior Mare Championship saw a commanding win for D Beisan of Al-Shaqab, delivering a flawless presentation of type and femininity. RK Sadeem earned silver for Ajman Stud, while Najla Umm Al-Udham earned a proud bronze for Umm Al-Udham Stud, Saudi Arabia.
In the final championship of the event, Alexxanderr claimed the Gold Senior Stallion Championship for AL Mirqab Farm, Qatar. Berlin MP, the Muscat champion, followed with silver for Hleetan Stud, Qatar, while ES Harir 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 Al-Manhal 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 April 17-19 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.
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