Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – January 18, 2025 – The third day three of week two at the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show delivered an extraordinary blend of competition and creativity. The intensity ramped up in the afternoon with the €28,200 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi CSI 2*, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, which saw 44 starters.

Nadia Abdul Aziz Taryam (UAE) emerged victorious after a nail-biting two-horse jump-off, finishing clear in 41.92 seconds riding Gabrielle Sol’heure.

Second to go, Shane Breen (IRL) had a faster jump-off time of 40.54 seconds, but an unfortunate pole down meant the Irishman had to settle for second place.

Morocco’s Abdelkebir Ouaddar (MAR) and Festival d’Argouges finished third after one penalty-point in the first round due to their time of 82.55 seconds.

Final Results – €28,200 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi CSI 2*, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council

1) Nadia Abdul Aziz Taryam (UAE) & Gabrielle Sol’Heure – 0 / 0 – 41.92

2) Shane Breen (IRL) & BP Artic Blue – 0 / 4 – 40.54

3) Abdelkebir Ouaddar (MAR) & Festival d’Argouges – 1 – 82.55

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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