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Sheikh Hasher crowns winners of Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship
Gulf Today
|March 26, 2025
The 28nd edition of the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship (DIAHC), one of the most prestigious competitions in the world showcasing the unparalleled elegance and grace of purebred Arabian horses, concluded at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
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The three-day championship was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
DIAHC took place at the Zabel Halls 7 and 8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre and witnessed fierce competition across various categories, showcasing the finest Arabian horses from renowned studs and breeders.
With a staggering prize pool of $4 million, the championship attracted horses from eight nations.
Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated, gave prizes to the winners in the presence of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saud Al Gasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Finance Department; Sheikh Abdullah Bin Majid Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club; Ziad Khaldari, Head of the Supreme Organizing Committee; Dr. Ghanem Al Hajri, Secretary-General of the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation; Engineer Mohammed Al Tawhidi, Director General of Dubai Arabian Horse Stud; Adel Afalasi, DIAHC Executive Manager; and other dignitaries.
Dubai Arabian Horse Stud’s D Neeran took top spot in the Yearling Fillies Championship, earning a remarkable 40 points.
This story is from the March 26, 2025 edition of Gulf Today.
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