05-05-2025
Al-Kharafi clinches Kuwait equestrian league title
KUWAIT: Kuwait Club and national team rider Ali Jassim Al-Kharafi was crowned champion of the fourth edition of the Kuwait Equestrian Federation League for the 2024-2025 season, completing a remarkable 'super hat-trick' of consecutive titles. The final round, held at the Sahara Equestrian Resort in Subhan, concluded with Al-Kharafi securing first place, bringing his total to 570 points in the overall standings. Al Masayel Club rider Abdullah Al-Awadi followed in second place with 457 points, while Kuwait Club's Yara Al-Hunaidi came in third with 333 points.
Other notable rankings included Fawaz Al-Subaie (308 points), Enaz Al-Enaz (277), Fawaz Rashid (273), and Hamad Al-Hajri (154). Both Abdulrahman Al-Fuzai and Madi Al-Khamis scored 134 points each, while Fahad Al-Faleh rounded out the top ten with 93 points. Al-Kharafi received the championship shield from Secretary General of the Kuwait Equestrian Federation and member of the Kuwait Olympic Committee, rider Ghazi Faisal Al-Jraiwi.
Also presenting awards were Secretary of Al-Masayel Equestrian Club Dr. Ibrahim Al-Hamoud and rider Sabah Ali Al-Sabah of Sahara Equestrian Resort. Expressing his joy at winning the title for the fourth consecutive season, Al-Kharafi said the achievement capped a year filled with intense competition. He dedicated the victory to the Kuwait Equestrian Club, his parents, and all supporters, affirming his commitment to continue raising Kuwait's name in regional and international events.
13 major championships
On the sidelines of the final round, a press conference was held in the presence of local club representatives and sponsoring companies. Secretary General Ghazi Al-Jraiwi announced that the upcoming 2025-2026 season will feature 13 major championships, supported by both government and private sectors. Meanwhile, Vice President of the Kuwait Equestrian Federation Sheikh Yousef Meshal Al-Sabah affirmed the federation's ongoing commitment to supporting riders at all levels—from beginners to advanced competitors. He noted that the current season was marked by significant accomplishments and looked forward to even greater achievements ahead.
