
Doha, Qatar – March 08, 2019 – An enthusiastic crowd was treated to a thrilling second day of action at 2019 CHI Al Shaqab 5*, the signature event of Al Shaqab, member of Qatar Foundation. It was a day of triumph for Ludger Beerbaum (GER) and Chiara 222 who emerged victorious in the €146.500 Jump-off Class CSI 5*.

Ludger Beerbaum (GER) & Chiara 222
Beerbaum and the 16-year-old grey Holsteiner mare (Contender x Coronado 3) cleared all the 1.60m obstacles throughout their two performances, completing the second one in 43.74 seconds with no penalties earning 48.345 euros.

Jur Vrieling (NED) & VDL Glasgow vh Merelsnest N.O.P.
Jur Vrieling (NED) and VDL Glasgow vh Merelsnest N.O.P. (Nabab de Reve x Darco) matched the winners’ two flawless performances, finishing second due to their time of 44.72 seconds during the tiebreaker.

Daniel Deusser (GER) & Calisto Blue
Daniel Deusser (GER) and Calisto Blue (Chacco Blue x Con Air) secured the third spot on the podium backed by a clean scoresheet and a final time of 45.83 seconds.

Ludger Beerbaum (GER) & Chiara 222
Winner’s Circle
Ludger Beerbaum
Commenting on his win at Al Shaqab’s state-of-the-art equestrian venue, an exuberant Beerbaum said: “My horse, Chiara 222, has been doing this for 16 years and has a lot of experience here at Al Shaqab itself. She loves it here and I think that counted in my favor. I’m very happy with the result. I’d like to enjoy this moment, but I’m also looking forward to the Grand Prix.”

Ludger Beerbaum (GER) & Chiara 222 during the awards ceremony
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Source: Press release (edited) from CHI Al Shaqab
Photos: © CHI Al Shaqab
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