Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – January 17, 2025 – The second week of the prestigious Al Shira’aa Horse Show commenced with a vibrant start in the main arena, showcasing exceptional talent across a variety of classes. The two-week tour, held at the state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, continues to set the stage for top-level equestrian sport in the region.

Friday’s pinnacle event, the €37,000 Two-Phase Challenge CSI 4*-W, presented by Equitrans, was thrilling to the very end. Crowd favourite Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi (UAE) stole the show with a home win aboard Chacco Bay, owned by Al Shira’aa Stables. The pair jumped an incredible round to finish in a time of 28.02 seconds.

Ireland’s Michael Pender (IRL), riding HHS Cyprus, gave it his all and looked as though he’d take the lead, but finished just behind in 28.22 seconds.

British rider Joe Stockdale (GBR) who had initially taken an early lead on Ebanking, finished in third place on 28.91 seconds.

Final Results – €37,000 Equitrans Two-Phase Challenge CSI 4*-W

1) Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi (UAE) & Chacco Bay – 0 / 0 – 28.02

2) Michael Pender (IRL) & HHS Cyprus – 0 / 0 – 28.22

3) Joe Stockdale (GBR) & Ebanking – 0 / 0 – 28.91

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

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

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