155 horses from 12 countries participate in the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship

The Committee for Organizing Purebred Arabian Horse Beauty Events and Championships has officially approved the participation of 155 horses from 12 countries in the competitions of the 23rd edition of the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, which begins the day after tomorrow, and lasts for three days at the Dubai World Trade Center, with financial prizes amounting to four million dollars.

The list of participating countries includes the UAE, Qatar, the Sultanate of Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Iraq, Palestine, Switzerland, Puerto Rico, and China.

A statement issued by the organizing committee said that the list of participating countries reflects a distinct geographical and cultural diversity, and confirms the prestigious global position that the tournament has established over many years, becoming one of the most prominent international forums specializing in the beauty of purebred Arabian horses in the world.

The statement added, “The horses whose participation was officially approved have previously won many international awards in this field, in purebred Arabian horse competitions, which confirms that this year’s edition will be exceptional in terms of competitions.”

The statement indicated that there are remarkable figures, experts, specialists, and fans of this ancient traditional sport, who have announced their desire to attend the competitions, given the success of the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship in attracting the best breeds and the highest levels of competition, in addition to the fact that the championship also contributes to enhancing the exchange of experiences between participants, and supporting efforts to preserve and develop purebred Arabian horse breeds, in line with the great interest that the UAE attaches to this ancient cultural and historical heritage.

The Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship is one of the most prestigious and important tournaments in this field, as it represents a main platform for showcasing the most beautiful and rarest purebred Arabian horses, and provides an opportunity for owners and breeders to compete according to the highest international standards approved in evaluating beauty, which include the general appearance, body symmetry, horse movement, and the purity of the breed.

A leading global destination

The organizing committee confirmed that the large international demand to participate in the tournament reflects the growing confidence in its status and its vital role in supporting the sport of Arabian horse beauty, in addition to its contribution to strengthening the position of the Emirate of Dubai as a leading global destination in organizing major and specialized events, especially those that combine authenticity and heritage on the one hand, and professionalism and global organization on the other hand.