Category: Jumper News Middle East

List of All Major Events this Week with Links to More Information about Them

Wellington, Florida, United States – January 07, 2026 – It’s showtime for showjumping around the world! Despite being early in the season and still winter, the heat is on as three five-star attractions promises to make things exciting for equestrian fans. Once again, the stunning Al Shaqab is home […]

World-Class Show Jumping Returns to Abu Dhabi as Al Shira’aa Set to Host 9th Edition of the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show CSI 5* & CSI 2*

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – January 07, 2026 – Under the Honorary Presidency of HH Sheikha Fatima Bint Hazza Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Al Shira’aa International Horse Show returns for its 9th edition from 20-25 January 2026, marking a significant new chapter with its relocation to Al […]

Déjà Vu! Abdullah Al Sharbatly & Boeckmanns Lord Pezi Junior Strike Again in the €106,000 Jump-off Challenge CSI 4*

Doha, Qatar – January 03, 2026 – The H.H. The Father Amir’s Prix 2026 continued on Saturday at Al Shaqab as Tour 1 entered its second day of competition, bringing together international and regional riders across CSI1*, CSI2* and CSI 4* categories as part of the Doha Equestrian […]

Abdullah Al Sharbatly Blazes to the Perfect Start at the 2026 H.H. The Father Amir’s Prix CSI 4*

Her Highness Attends the Opening Tour Competitions of the H.H. The Father Amir Prix Doha, Qatar – January 02, 2026 – One of the fastest riders in the world, Abdullah Al Sharbatly (KSA) kicked off the new year in winning fashion, getting off to the perfect in the […]

The FEI Bestows its Highest Distinction on Honorary President HRH Princess Haya

London, England – December 21, 2025 – HRH Princess Haya, who served as FEI President from 2006 to 2014 and is currently the organisation’s Honorary President, has been awarded the Order of Merit, the FEI’s highest distinction. The award was presented during the London International Horse Show. “It […]

FEI Announces Changes in Jumping Rules & Regulations for 2026

Lausanne, Switzerland – December 19, 2025 – The FEI Rules and Regulations for 2026, approved by the FEI General Assembly on 7 November, have been published and are available on Inside.fei.org. In 2025, the FEI Jumping Rules underwent a Full Revision and approved by the FEI General Assembly coming […]

Shake Up at the Top! Egor Shchibrik of Palestine Claims Individual Gold at the FEI Asian Championships

Pattaya, Thailand – December 07, 2025 – The Jumping discipline at the 2025 FEI Asian Championships Pattaya concluded with a significant shake up at the top. After testing talent over four days of competition, it came down to the final round on the final day. It was Egor […]

Omar Abdulaziz Al Marzooqi & Butheeb International Show Jumping Grand Prix CSI 2*

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – December 07, 2025 – The Al Shira’aa Show Jumping Team celebrated another outstanding performance this weekend at the Butheeb Equestrian Academy CSI 2*, where the riders claimed 1st, 2nd and 4th place in the €56,800 Grand Prix. In front of an enthusiastic […]

Jad Dana & Leonidas Proved Unbeatable in the $40,000 World Sport Horse Sales Grand Prix

Ocala, United States – December 07, 2025 – Featured class competition wrapped up on Sunday during Week I of the 2025 December Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC). Twenty-eight top Jumping pairs vied for the final win of the week in the $40,000 World Sport Horse […]

Al Shira’aa Riders Dominate! Salim Ahmed Al Suwaidi Supreme in the Grand Prix of Al Ain CSI 2*

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates – November 16, 2025 – It was a weekend to remember for the Al Shira’aa Show Jumping Team, who claimed all three podium places in the Grand Prix CSI 2* at the Union Cup in Al Ain on Sunday evening. The €32,000 competition, […]

Jad Dana Delivers the Winning Performance in the $24,999 Score At The Top Grand Prix

Wellington, United States – November 02, 2025 – The ESP Fall Finale marked a successful return to the main showgrounds at Wellington International, kicking off a new chapter of fall competition with impressive turnout and top performances. Riders and spectators alike enjoyed the refreshed venue and upgraded footing, […]

Over €22 Million Prize Purse Set for Final Two Longines Global Champions Tour & GCL Events

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 28, 2025 –  The 2025 Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL season is heading towards an electrifying conclusion, with more than €22 million in total prize money to be awarded across the final two flagship events. As the world’s leading riders and teams […]

Jad Dana Goes the Distance to Win the $70,000 Back on Track Grand Prix CSI 2*

Mill Spring, North Carolina – October 04, 2025 – Besting an ultra-competitive field of athletes in Saturday night’s $70,000 Back on Track Grand Prix CSI 2*, Jad Dana (LBN) saw the top of the podium once again with teammate Itchcock des Dames (Marius Claudius x Calvaro F.C.). Blazing through the […]

Another Saudi Victory! Another Win for Alsharbatly & Alamo on the Morocco Royal Tour

El Jadida, Morocco – October 04, 2025 – Show jumping in an indoor arena can offer a truly captivating spectacle, especially when the dimensions of the arena are ideal, as in El Jadida (70 × 45 m), and when the course designer is someone like Belgium’s Louis Konickx […]

Saudi Arabia Supreme Again in the Nations Cup of Rabat CSIO 4*

Rabat, Morocco – September 28, 2025 – Perfect conditions – especially for the horses – to crown the best team at the CSIO 4* of Rabat: once again, Saudi Arabia. At the start of the week, Ramzy Al Duhami (KSA) told us he felt “at home” at the […]

Humaid Al Muhairi & Argentina de Kreisker Z Top Second Qualifier for 7-Year-Olds

Lanaken, Belgium – September 26, 2025 – The FEI WBFSH Jumping World Breeding Championship for Young Horses saw the second qualifying day on the programme today for the 5-, 6- and 7-year-old show jumpers. After a windy and grey day yesterday, participants and spectators were treated to a […]

Rabat Remains Green! Abdulrahman Alrajhi Triumphant in the €105,500 HRH Princess Lalla Amina Grand Prix CSIO 4*-W

Rabat, Morocco – September 25, 2025 – In Rabat, the individual crown is awarded on Friday: the Grand Prix SAR La Princesse Lalla Amina delivered its verdict – one Saudi succeeded another. Abdulrahman Alrajhi (KSA) followed in the footsteps of Ramzy Al Duhami (KSA), winning a thrilling competition, […]

Ramzy Al Duhami & Untouchable 32 Shine in the Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 4*-W at Morocco

Tétouan, Morocco – September 19, 2025 – The Morocco Royal Tour experienced its first major highlight this Friday with the CSI 4*-W – 1.50m, a competition counting towards the world ranking and serving as a qualifier for Sunday’s Grand Prix. Ramzy Al Duhami (KSA) emerged victorious with Untouchable […]

Faleh Suwead Al Ajami Flies to First in the $70,000 Hampton Classic Grand Prix CSI 2*

Bridgehampton, United States – August 31, 2025 – Celebrating 50 years of world-class equestrian competition in 2025, the Hampton Classic Horse Show took place in Bridgehampton, NY, August 24-31, featuring FEI CSI5* and CSI2* show jumping and USEF Premier hunter competitions with more than $1 million in prize money. Early Sunday, 32 entries representing […]

Lightning Quick! Abdullah Al-Sharbatly & Quisandro on Top in the Caser Group Helvetia Grand Prix CSI 2*

Gijón, Spain – August 30, 2025 – Abdullah Alsharbatly (KSA) and Las Mestas. Las Mestas and Alsharbatly. A permanent connection that had not yet been nurtured in this edition of the Gijón International Horse Show CSI 4* & CSI 2*. Fans applauded him every time went into the […]

British Showjumping Honours HH Sheikha Fatima Bint Hazza Bin Zayed Al Nahyan for Outstanding Contribution to the Sport

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – July 30 , 2025 – In a moment of international recognition, British Showjumping has awarded HH Sheikha Fatima Bint Hazza Bin Zayed Al Nahyan for her exceptional contribution to the sport of showjumping in the United Kingdom. The prestigious award was presented during the […]

Bassem Mohammed Steals the Show in Speed Challenge CSI 4* at Valkenswaard

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 26, 2025 – The second day of the Longines Tops International Arena Summer Showcase delivered a thrilling €56,800 Speed Challenge CSI 4*, where speed and precision were paramount – and Qatar’s Bassem Mohammed (QAT) rose to the challenge with an outstanding clear round […]

Abdullah Mohd Al Marri Wins on the Final Day of Bolesworth International CSI 4*, presented by Al Shira’aa

Harthill, England – July 06, 2025 – The final day of the Bolesworth International, presented by Al Shira’aa, brought the curtain down on two unforgettable weeks of top sport, talent and international competition, set in the stunning grounds of Bolesworth Castle. The final CSI4* ranking class and finale […]

Historic Win for Jad Dana & Itchcock des Dames in the $185,000 Florida Coast Equipment Grand Prix CSI 4*

Ocala, Florida, United States – June 28, 2025 – The stands were packed for the highlight event of Week III of the 2025 Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala: the $185,000 Florida Coast Equipment Grand Prix CSI 4*. Twenty-five star-studded combinations from 12 different nations battled it out […]

List of All Major Events this Weekend with Links to More Information about Them

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – April 10, 2025 – It’s showtime for showjumping at the United Arab Emirates President’s Cup CSI 5*, the highlight amongst all FEI-level events this week, held at the tradition Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club. There are ten other FEI-level attractions elsewhere in the […]

Milestone Qatar Equestrian Tour 2026 Announced, Set to Be the Largest in the Region!

Season to Kick off on January 1, 2026 & Carry a Total Prize-Money of 10 Million Euros! Doha, Qatar – February 27, 2025 – The Organizing Committee of Qatar International Tours, on Wednesday announced the details of a milestone 2026 Qatar Equestrian Tour which would also be a landmark […]

Riders & Horses for the Longines Global Champions Tour of Doha CSI 5*

Doha, Qatar – February 27, 2025 –  With the first points of the season up for grabs, anticipation is at an all-time high as the world’s best riders prepare to deliver breathtaking performances at Al Shaqab. The 2025 Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) and Global Champions League (GCL) […]

The Ultimate Showdown: 2025 Longines Global Champions Tour Calendar Unveiled!

An Electrifying New Season Begins! Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – February 26, 2025 – The official 2025 Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) and Global Champions League (GCL) team series calendar is announced. Buckle up for another epic season of world-class show jumping, where the stakes are higher, the competition fiercer, […]

Humaid Al Muhairi & Leestone Mylord Trumps Thrive in the €28,400 Al Shira’aa Welcome Stakes CSIO 5*

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – February 12 , 2025 – The highly anticipated Emirates Jumping Cup kicked off in spectacular fashion, setting the tone for an electrifying four days of top-tier show jumping at Al Forsan International Sports Resort. The Abu Dhabi Police Band officially opened the event during […]

Doha Falcons Take Flight Once Again: 2025 Global Champions League Squad Locked & Loaded!

Doha, Qatar – February 13, 2025 – Brace yourselves—the Doha Falcons are back! With a roster of elite experience, this formidable squad is ready to soar in their 9th GCL season. Returning to the GCL battlefield with unfinished business, the Doha Falcons narrowly missed out on a championship podium last year so have entered 2025 with a super squad for […]