Abu Dhabi, The United Arab Emirates – January 11, 2024 – The second day of the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show CSI 4*-W & CSI 2* concluded with a German victory by one of the best riders in the world. The €29,400 Al Hawajer Equestrian – Diamond Tour CSI 4*-W was headed by Christian Ahlmann (GER) riding Otterongo Alpha Z, who took an early lead jumping clear in 26.39 seconds, a time unbeatable by those that followed in this class with a lot of entries.

Second place was claimed by Ireland’s Shane Breen (IRL) on Z7 Ipswich owned by Shane and Team Z7. Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Alsharbatly (KSA) conquered third place on his new ride, Floris TN, doing so in 27.21 seconds.

Final Results – €29,400 Al Hawajer Equestrian – Diamond Tour CSI 4*-W – 1.45m

1) Christian Ahlmann (GER) & Otterongo Alpha Z – 0 / 0 – 26.39

2) Shane Breen (IRL) & Z7 Ipswich – 0 / 0 – 26.73

3) Abdullah Alsharbatly (KSA) & Floris TN – 0 / 0 – 27.21

Source: Press Release by Hannah McCabe (edited) for the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show

Photos: © Al Shira’aa International Horse Show / Emirates Longines Showjumping / Helen Cruden

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