N. 2/2023 Summer Edition

N. 2/2023 SUMMER EDITION

Dear Breeders and Lovers of the Arabian Horse, As the summer approaches and the late spring slowly fades into the hot and vibrant months of the season, Arabian Horse Magazine proudly presents the thrilling tale of its epic tour across the United Arab Emirates at the start of the year. For nearly three months, the team explored the splendid beauty of the UAE while covering the local show season. Their frst stop was in the ever-glamorous city of Abu Dhabi, where they attended the Arab Breeders and the Emirates Breeders Arabian Horse Championships 2023. The spectacular events under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society, showcased the best of Arabian horses, with breeders and enthusiasts from all over the world joining hands to celebrate the timeless classiness of the Arabian breed. The flm crew left Abu Dhabi with a wealth of incredible footage, which they shared with the world, and continued their ride, never missing a beat, and soon found themselves in Dubai, where they attended the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship 2023 – an unmissable stopover for any passionate horse lover. Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, the championship was a magnifcent display of beauty, poise, and grace as the world’s most stunning Arabian horses competed for the title of champion. Back home in Italy, the team took on another call with the artistic direction of the Travagliato Arabian Horse Festival 2023, which made a resounding comeback after an eight-year absence from the circuit. The Festival was an authentic gala of the Arabian breed, offering all breeders and fans the opportunity to exhibit their breeding products at the onset of the show season in Europe. But the adventure was far from over. Arabian Horse Magazine continued its journey, this time, as a media partner, for the AH Weekend 2023 in

Holland and the Palermo Arabian Horse Cup 2023 in Sicily. With the team splitting into two groups to cover both shows at their best, they once again captured the true essence of Arabian horses and the magic atmosphere created by those events.

Besides the shows, Arabian Horse Magazine is an orifce where you get to know passionate and dedicated individuals in the Arabian horse industry around the globe. The team feels honoured to present the interviews with Dr Vet Talal Bukarat, Stud Manager of Alkhashab Stud from KuwaitJudge Abdelaziz Hussain Almarzooqi from the UAE - Handler Tito Vicente Villa from Spain - Rider and Equestrian Fashion Designer Fabio Calamai from Italy, founder and owner of Vestrum SrlPhotographer Henrike Hörmann from Germany, and Painter Ali Almimar from Iraq. A more strictly historical and cultural context for the Magazine can be found in the beautifully designed articles by French Arabian horse shows historian William Richardot de Choisey and in the essay written by Italian Straight Egyptian breeder and historian Domenico Tocchi.

As we close this summer edition of our Arabian Horse Magazine, we hope you will enjoy the diverse range of topics and features we have brought you. Celebrating the grace and beauty of magnifcent Arabian horses has been an absolute highlight for us. One that we hope will inspire you to continue cherishing these beautiful creatures.

We thank all our contributors and readers for making this issue a success and look forward to bringing you more thrilling stories in our next edition. Until then, enjoy your summer and keep loving and appreciating the Arabian horse!

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INTERVIEWED BY SONIA SMALDONE

Dr. Talal Bukarat is a highly experienced and reputable veterinarian and stud manager at AlKashab Stud in Kuwait. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in equine health and show performance, Dr Bukarat has a proven track record in breeding, training, and caring for some of the most successful Arabian Horses in the region. His dedication to horse welfare and passion for competition are evident in all aspects of his work, making him a respected and valued member of the Arabian horse community in Kuwait and beyond its borders.

Who is Dr Talal Barakat, exactly?

My name is Dr. Talal Barakat. I was born and raised in Kuwait. But I’m originally from Jordan. From a young age, I had a passion for horses, which led me to pursue a degree in veterinary medicine. I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from a university in Jordan. A er completing my degree, I continued my education by specializing in Equine Breeding at Colorado State University. In 2007, I began my rst career at Bait Al Arab (Kuwait State Stud).

When have you become the stud manager of Al Khashab Stud? Whereabouts in Kuwait are the stables precisely located?

I joined Alkhashab in 2017 and have worked with them ever since. Our farm is located in the Wafra farm area of Kuwait.

A stud manager has a very complex and articulated job. As Al Khashab Stud’s manager, what are your speci c responsibilities?

Being the Stud Manager for Alkhashab is a challenging job, especially since l am also the vet for the stud. However, I enjoy every second of it. As a vet, l am responsible for the health and well-being of the horses, as well as breeding the horses and setting up breeding programs for the mares. is includes tasks such as insemination, freezing semen, and embryo transfer. As the manager, I’m responsible for organizing all aspects of the farm, including coordinating travel arrangements for our horses, participating in shows, communicating with training centres and trainers abroad, and following up with training centres regarding the sale of semen from our stallions.

Could you please provide readers of Arabian Horse Magazine with an overview of Al Khashab’s breeding program?

At Alkhashab Stud, our breeding program has been focused on our world champion, Eks Farajj (2017) (Ibn Farid x Eks Bint Helwa) over the

past few years. We’ve also bred our other two stallions, Shakar Pegasus and Zaher Almuawd, but both have since been sold. Our mares come from various bloodlines, but we’re happy to be breeding our home-bred mares now.

WORLD CHAMPION JUNIOR COLT - PARIS 2019

What mares is Al Khashab Stud using to improve (or evolve?) their breeding program?

We have an impressive collection of mares that we are breeding now, including some of the best in the industry. Some of our top mares include Bent Hazy Alkhalediah, Rshediah Alkhashab, Sahara Angel, Ghazl Alkhashab, Malayeen Alkhashab, and Resalah Alkhashab. We recently added a new mare to our breeding program, My Who’s That Girl. Is there any particular foal with solid breeding and showing potential

right now?

We have several foals that have shown potential, but there’s one colt in particular that we’re excited about. His name is Farajj Alkhashab, and he’s sired by Eks Farajj and out of the mare Malayeen Alkhashab (2020) (Zaher Al Mouwad x Majeeda CF by WH Justice).

Could you describe Al Khashab Stud’s philosophy and breeding strategy in detail?

Our breeding program strategy focuses on producing complete and competitive horses.

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How do you tackle the concepts of “beauty” and “functional correctness” in Arabs today?

While the extreme head is o en considered a desirable trait in modern Arabian horses, it’s important to remember that beauty should not come at the expense of the overall correctness of conformation, legs, hooves, and functionality. A horse that looks good but is not structurally sound or capable of performing its intended function is not truly beautiful. In other words, it is not just a beautiful head…

What are the most successful Al Khashab horses in recent shows? (Of course, both at home and abroad).

Our recent success at the Kuwait International Show! Our horses have performed exceptionally well, with three gold medals awarded to My Whos at Girl, Ezz Alkhashab, and El La Linda STC. Additionally, Hamat Alkhashab earned the silver champion junior lly award. Our breeding program is proud of Ezz Alkhashab. He has won seven championships to date. Al Khashab Stud’s future goals: what are they?

Our future goals include developing a highly successful breeding program that produces top-quality horses. We also aspire to win in various shows, and our ultimate goal is to achieve our second gold championship in the World Championship Paris. We believe that with hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence, we can accomplish these goals and continue to improve our breeding program. Do you do anything else aside from managing the stud? Aside from managing the stud is the vet job!

e 2023 breeding season is in full swing. What is your wish for all breeders?

I wish all the breeders a successful year in producing top-quality horses and achieving their goals. Breeding is a challenging but rewarding profession.

ank you so much, Dr Burakat for sharing your knowledge and providing such a valuable resource to the Arabian Horse international community!

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Arab Breeders Championship 2023 - ECAHO Breeders Show

7-9 MARCH

Boudheib Academy - ABU DHABI

Written by Sonia Smaldone

e second edition of the Arab Breeders Championship was held in Abu Dhabi from 7-9 March 2023 under the generous patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS), with the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society. As many as 105 spectacular purebred Arabian horses competed at the championship in the large hall at Boudheib Academy.

e two-day, 12-category event required the expertise of 9 international judges: Mr Hammad Alaa (Bahrain), Mrs Bautista Antonia (Spain), Mrs Stigler Irina (Italy), Mr Salzmann Jonas (Kuwait), Mr Polo Joseph (United States), Mr Al Mehyawi Majed (Saudi Arabia), Mr Ismer Mark (Germany), Mr Mansour Sanad (Israel), and Mr Al Hattali Sulaiman (Oman). Results by: Mr Biju Peter (United Arab Emirates).

e show started on March 7, 2023, at 14:00 Asia/ Dubai (11:00 Europe/Rome) and ended on March 9, 2023, at 02:00 Asia/Dubai (23:00 Europe/Rome) with the following champion horses: In the YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP (Class

YFC), the Gold medal winner Al Aryam Khawali (Al Aryam Shklaan x Al Aryam Khalood) bred and owned by Al Aryam Arabians. Silver medal winner Rujeen Al Zobair (Alexxanderr x Najdah Al Zobair) bred and owned by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Mohammed Ali Althani. Bronze medal winner S.M Madarrah (D Shakhat x D Shmookh) bred and owned by Shaikh Saeed Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al-Maktoum. In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP (Class JFC), Gold medal winner Aj Tejan (Aj Kafu x Aj Tarim) bred and owned by Ajman Stud - HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Silver medal winner D Sanayen (Wortex Kalliste x D Seeneyyah) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Bronze medal winner Ferial Al Zobair (S.M.A. Magic One x Fakhira Al Zobair) bred and owned by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Mohammed Ali Althani.

In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP (Class SMC), Gold medal winner D Jooreyyah (D Seraj x D Nawal) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Aj Barari (Vervaldee x La Bella Versace Fr) bred and owned by Ajman Stud

- HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Bronze medal winner Nouwaydra Al Zobair (S.M.A. Ma-

gic One x Najdiya Al Zobair) bred and owned by Shaikh Sultan Mohamed Abdulla M.A. Althani. In the YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP (Class YCC), Gold medal winner Al Aryam Bourkan (Dominic M x Al Aryam Basma) bred and owned by Al Aryam Arabians. Silver medal winner Al Aryam Shadeed (Admiraal x Al Aryam Shakeera), bred and owned by Al Aryam Arabians. Bronze medal winner Al Aryam Mirsal (Al Aryam Shklaan x Al Aryam Risala), bred and owned by Al Aryam Arabians. In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP (Class JCC), Gold medal winner Js Al Sultan (Fa El Rasheem x D Khattafah), bred by Abdulrahman Mohamed Sharif Abdulrahman Albaidhaei and owned by Al Juwaher Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Al Aryam Barjes (Al Aryam Sari x Al Aryam Ballora) bred and owned by Al Aryam Arabians. Bronze medal winner Moharib Al Mohanna (D Mahboob x Pandora Al Mohanna) bred and owned by Al Mohanna Stud. In the SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP (Class SSC), Gold medal winner Ka Nishan (Shanghai Ea x Aj Nazwa) bred and owned by Khaled Ghanem Mubarak Alomairi. Silver medal winner

Al Aryam (Al Bilal x Al Aryam Balkeas), bred and owned by Al Aryam Arabians. Bronze medal winner E.S. Zein (Fa El Rasheem x E.S. Awash), bred and owned by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Majid Alqassemi.

A FEW ENDING COMMENTS

e Arab Breeders Championship for purebred Arabian horse breeders was one of the nal competitions in the UAE 2022-2023 show season, which was organised and supervised by the proactive EAHS and involved 13 championships and competitions in total, including six international titles, and the auctions of Sharjah and Ajman for Arab Horses. It was an immense honour for the AHM team to be invited to participate in this event as media partners, and we hope to have le a good impression on those we could work with or interview. We visited beautiful places and shot videos that went viral on our web pages, gaining the appreciation of many online fans and followers. So, if you could not attend this event in Abu Dhabi - or if you could not follow the live stream - we invite you to view the beautiful videos shot by our team during the events to savour some of the most exhilarating bits!

Yearling Fillies

RUJEEN AL ZOBAIR

ALEXXANDERR X NAJDAH AL ZOBAIR

BREEDER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MOHAMMED ALI ALTHANI

OWNER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MOHAMMED ALI ALTHANI

AL ARYAM KHAWALI

AL ARYAM SHKLAAN X AL ARYAM KHALOOD

BREEDER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

OWNER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

S.M MADARRAH

D SHAKHAT X D SHMOOKH

BREEDER: SHAIKH SAEED BIN MAKTOUM BIN JUMA AL-MAKTOUM

OWNER: SHAIKH SAEED BIN MAKTOUM BIN JUMA AL-MAKTOUM AHM

Yearling Colts

AL ARYAM SHADEED

ADMIRAAL X AL ARYAM SHAKEERA

BREEDER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

OWNER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

AL ARYAM BOURKAN

DOMINIC M X AL ARYAM BASMA

BREEDER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

OWNER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

Junior Fillies

WORTEX KALLISTE X D SEENEYYAH

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

AJ TEJAN

AJ KAFU X AJ TARIM

BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

FERIAL AL ZOBAIR

SMA MAGIC ONE X FAKHIRA AL ZOBAIR

BREEDER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MOHAMMED ALI ALTHANI

OWNER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MOHAMMED ALI ALTHANI AHM

JS AL SULTAN

FA EL RASHEEM X D KHATTAFAH

BREEDER: ABDULRAHMAN MOHAMED SHARIF ABDULRAHMAN ALBAIDHAEI OWNER: AL JUWAHER ARABIAN HORSE STUD

MOHARIB AL MOHANNA

D MAHBOOB X PANDORA AL MOHANNA

BREEDER: AL MOHANNA STUD

OWNER: AL MOHANNA STUD

Senior

D JOOREYYAH

D SERAJ X D NAWAL

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

NOUWAYDRA AL ZOBAIR

SMA MAGIC ONE X NAJDIYA AL ZOBAIR

BREEDER: SHAIKH SULTAN MOHAMED ABDULLA M.A.ALTHANI

OWNER: SHAIKH SULTAN MOHAMED ABDULLA M.A.ALTHANI

Senior Stallions

KA NISHAN

SHANGHAI

EA X AJ NAZWA

BREEDER: KHALED GHANEM MUBARAK ALOMAIRI

OWNER: KHALED GHANEM MUBARAK ALOMAIRI

E.S. ZEIN

FA EL RASHEEM X E.S. AWASH

BREEDER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI

OWNER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI AHM

People & Moments

An Interview by Sonia Smaldone

Who is Ali Almimar, exactly?

I was born in Baghdad in 1965. I remember I have always excelled in art class since my childhood. I always watched with a passion most of the local magazines for children, and I would look with amazement at the drawings of characters and figures in the comics. That was the beginning for me. I cannot forget to underline the role of my family. It has been the first supporter of my talent ever since then.

as I was allowed to participate in one of the most important art exhibitions for professional artists in Baghdad. The exhibition included an art competition for the Faiq Hassan Award for Painting, for which I was awarded first place and a gold medal. This event sparked the real beginning of the professional art world. After that, I completed four more years at the Academy of Fine Arts in Baghdad and graduated in 1991.

What have been your early artistic influences? Who has been your mentor throughout your artistic path?

In my first years of studying art, the paintings of the great artists of the Renaissance in Europe made an impact on developing my artistic personality, especially Michelangelo, as I was very impressed by his timeless works in painting and sculpture, especially The Creation of Adam in The Sistine Chapel in the Vatican.

When and where have you first met an Arabian horse?

The first time I had the opportunity to be inspired by the Arabian horse was in my country, Iraq, in 1990. With a history spanning thousands of years, these purebred Arabian horses are a significant part of my country’s heritage and history.

Which came first, the horses or the art? What first attracted you to Arabian horses as an artistic subject?

Horses and humans have always had a strong bond dating back to ancient human civilizations. On cave walls and rocks, we have seen that embedded in lines and colours. Several scientific discoveries prove that primitive men practised art, even in simple ways, and that horses played a significant role in their work, whether sculpting or drawing. I got enthralled by horses thirty-five years ago for several reasons,

including my feeling close to them. They are strongly connected to my heritage and Arab roots. It is a great honour to represent these fine horses, as they will always be a part of me. I was also strongly influenced by my late teacher, Mr Faiq Hassan, who may well be considered one of Iraq’s most brilliant art creators. He had a particular love of drawing Arabian horses, and I was deeply influenced by it.

What pictorial techniques do you use to capture the horses’ personalities in your works? How would you define your style in 5 words?

Eyes - light - composition - colour - movement.

Could you explain the concept underlying Horse Stumbles and Neighing at the Time of Silence? What are the main themes of your painting? What kind of message does your art want to convey to people?

The horse in my painting usually represents a person carrying a cause or a message. He may fall, stumble, or seek help, but in the end, he must get up and find a way to create a new path in life. My artwork usually does not have humans because the horses, in most cases, search with their eyes for the knight outside the frame of the painting. Perhaps he is the Saviour… and the focus remains on the eyes of the horses, which convey the message in its realistic and touching form.

Mr Ali, I am impressed by the many exhibitions you have done so far… Eighteen of your paintings were showcased at the 2nd Katara International Arabian Horse Festival (KIAHF) last year. Which are they?

Tell us about this incredible experience.

In my long artistic career, I have held many exhibitions, especially in the Arabian Horses industry. But my last one in Katara this year had a unique imprint that I consider very special for the title and content. Symphony of Originality was the name of the collection of paintings in this exhibition. They were very rich in their ideas and artistic styles and took a different approach than the traditional framework of the horse world to a broader space of freedom of colour and technique.

An artist’s work is always a reflection of his time. How has the pandemic affected your art? Did it inspire you in any way? Have you produced any artwork during the first confinement and subsequent Coronavirus outbreaks?

Yes, of course. The artist must be like a mirror, honest in his work. This is sometimes seen through his interaction with all the various humanitarian issues worldwide. The world went through a horrible period during the years of the pandemic, which brought our life to a pause, and fear and sadness took over

the lives of many. We all lost loved ones and friends. In particular, artists felt to document this unprecedented stage in human history. Ideas began to come to me and grow on paper until they began to form on the canvas of the painting. The horse’s eyes were the basis of the idea that tells the story of this pain and the sadness we lived through.

I believe that I made what I consider to be the most important painting I have done yet, and I called it The Eyes of the Pandemic. It is a mixture of realistic and abstract styles. The painting was first shown in Paris, then in my last exhibition in Qatar.

What is the best way for a potential client to reach you? What does your package usually include?

I communicate with my clients or those who follow my artwork predominantly through my exhibitions. However, today social media have connected the world and brought us closer.

What are your dreams or future goals? Where do you see yourself, say, in the next five years?

I think I still have much to do in the future, including ideas and projects still on paper. My only problem is time. All I envision can be achieved with time. I feel a great responsibility towards those who follow my artwork and care about it. I strive to always present them with a new face to my art.

Mr Ali, will you please leave a message for the readers of this beautiful interview?

I would love to thank everyone who has acquired or admired my artwork, and I promise to always provide only the highest quality of work. My touch has only developed through my presence in the world of horses and among its wonderful audience. Finally, I would like to say that the most beautiful and important in my paintings have not been revealed yet!

Thank you very much, Mr Almimar. We cannot wait to learn more about your artistry and the magic it possesses!

THE ART OF HANDLING WITH TITO VICENTE VILLA

Torrejón de Ardoz(Spain)

Hello,Tito. Thank you very much for accepting the invitation! To provide some background to our readers, could you tell us a bit about yourself, your family, and your education, please?

My name is Tito Vicente Villa. I was born in Madrid in 1986, so I’m turning 37 this year. My wife Alba is my partner in life and business partner as well. Together we have our little treasure, our f e years old son Martin who already loves horses and rides the little ponies we have on our farm. At the age of four, I began to ride horses, and at the age of eight, I was already competing in classical dressage and jumping. When I was thirteen, I fell in love with an Arabian horse famous in Spain. His name was “Arabian Beauty”, bred by Complutum Arabians in Spain. Thanks to that horse, I met his breeder. I started to work part-time on his farm, so I learned about the sho s. The frst time showed an Arabian horse was in a show called Arabs & Co. in 1999, and ever since then, I did not stop showing horses. I have been working with some of the best handlers around the world. I worked with Michael Byatt for a while, and thanks to Marieta Salas, who made it possible. I worked for many years with Privilege and Albaydaa Stud. I had the chance - during that time - to meet amazing people and visit stunning places. Today, I have a training centre in Madrid called the “Luxury Training Centre”. The meaning of Luxury here is not about what it could be for everyone else. Luxury, for me, is about being able to live doing what I love the most.

Have you developed a systematic program for handling Arabian horses of your own? To prepare a horse best for a show, how can you ensure that he is physically and mentally prepared? How can the horses be made to perform at their best when needed?

Horses’ happiness is the basis for how I prepare them for shows. They need to be confdent and ha y to er orm at their best. That means I combine work and free time at the paddock as much as possible. Then, I make a feed and supplement plan to develop the best conditions. Finally, the schooling for the stand-up, several days a week, and no longer than 10 minutes each session. frmly belie e the ey actor is not to orget that every action toward the horses will have an equal reaction from them. Therefore, al ays try to be confdent, res ect ul, and patient and reward positive progress. This way, I can ensure that I get back from the horses the same equal percentage I gave them. In most cases, a horse’s behaviour reveals what he was taught and how he was taught, showing us his background in a mirror.

Is there a limit to what an Arabian horse can be taught through handling?

The limits o e ery horse are di erent, just as every individual has their limits. To know a horse’s limits regarding movement and stand-up, we should check his physical structure frst and oremost. ome horses cannot do more than they do because it is physically impossible for them. Mentally, all horses have limits as well as

not everyone can perform on a stage like a great performer. Some horses like the shows and some horses don’t. A horse that does not like the shows will never perform as we would like because it’s simply too much for him.

Among the international show-ring stallions, which do you reckon is the strongest at the moment? Do you have a favourite mare?

In my opinion, Rhan Al Sahania is the best stallion at the shows. He has a well-balanced body, a leggy frame, captivating eyes, beautiful movement, and an elegant silhouette. About my favourite mare, I am a bit old fashion… I have two mares that I found extraordinary. The frst is Pianissima, and the second is Loubna. It was an immense pleasure to see both of them a long ago. I will never forget it.

What, in your opinion, really defnes a good trainer/handler? What do you need to become a handler of character and a successful one?

Not every trainer can be a handler, and not every handler can be a trainer. To be a trainer, you got to have a strong feeling for the horses you work with, a knowledge that not everyone has. Some special sense to understand when it’s time to keep going and a day the horse just doesn’t feel it is a good idea what you have planned. So, tell him he is right. That day, the only thing he needs is to enjoy the paddock. Tomorrow will be another day. To be a handler, you need to be confdent. This is not easy. You need to be able to think in slow motion but act fast, keep calm, feel your horse and think about what is best for your horse at every moment. In the beginning, everything goes too fast in the ring. As a result, you will be unable to think carefully about what you need to do. Only your experience will enhance your ability to think and act at a slow pace in the future. You will then have complete control over the actions you take. For this reason, some people can do both while others just cannot.

What have been the best experiences at the shows most recently? Can you tell me about the horses you presented and which stud (s) they belonged to?

Recently, I have had very good experiences at shows in Kuwait, Spain, Egypt, Qatar… At the Bahrein Nationals showing for Manara Stud, we got Gold and Bronze Medal Stallions at the Straight Egyptian show. At the Spanish Nationals, I was showing Regio le Soleil who was Unanimous Gold Medal Champion, bred and owned by Le Soleil Stud. But also Raina Solaimon who was crowned Bronze Medal Champion. She is bred and owned by Raina Arabians. At the Egyptian Nationals in 2022, I was showing for Al Azzab Stud and we got the Gold Medal Senior Mares, Silver Medal Senior Stallions and Silver Junior Fillies Medals. I have a very exciting project ahead with a very new but promising stud, Mayrit Arabians, located in Madrid. They have all the ingredients to be a successful stud soon. I believe we will have a great success at the shows.

The heads of contemporary Arabian horses are often particularly ‘extreme’ with prominent dishes. What do you think of this phenomenon? Are these the most critical beauty standards at shows today?

More and more we see at the shows how the faces of the horses have changed when you compare them with the faces of the horses at shows ten years ago. That means the change is happening fast, that’s why we can see as well lots of horses with under bite. We as breeders, trainers, handlers, judges etc. should take care of that. It is not going in a good way for the breed, and we should not let this happen. The e treme aces are not a ectin to the respiratory system of the horse. There are many studies about that, but under bite is a conse uence o e treme aces. nd that a ects the horse’s health. So, in my opinion, the only way to change breeding is with restrictions at shows and just not letting these horses show. This way everybody will take care of it.

What do you think about the show environment? Would it be better to have less/more of something? Do you have any thoughts on this?

omeho fnd the old sho s more un than now. I think they were also fairer. Maybe we should look back and check why the shows before were more enjoyable. Rescue some elements from the past to make better future shows. Probably the ey is to fnd a ay to ma e shows fairer. I know it is not easy. However, according to what we have heard lately from some renowned people in this industry, corruption is happening. I don’t know if it is true or not. But, sometimes, I got the true feeling it is true. e should fnd a ay to ma e the show a bit clearer and more transparent.

Tito, have you been to the World Arabian Horse Championships in Paris? (or watching them?) What do you think about the 2022 edition? How do you feel about Qatar hosting the World Championships in 2023?

The World Paris AHC has always been a pleasant experience for me as a groom and a handler. It was truly special each time. I couldn`t follow the show last year because of my work. ust chec ed the cham ionshi s fnal results. Qatar has a lot of resources to make a great edition of the World Championships. Like, they are doing with the Katara show. Probably one of the best shows lately. At some point, this should happen. It makes sense that an Arabic country holds the World Championships for Arabian horses. But at the same time, I believe this is the beginning of a new era where European shows will have a small impact. The biggest shows will not be in Europe anymore. Most probably in the future, we will have just the Nationals of every country and a few International shows with just a small number of contenders. I hope to be wrong… but this is what I think of the current situation and the future of the shows in Europe.

What are your future goals as a handler? Where do you see yourself, say, in 7 years?

My goal is to keep working hard. Keep always learning and doing my job the best I can. The future is very unpredictable and sometimes, surprises are awaiting. I only hope I can keep working with amazing people, and extraordinary horses. Enjoy my job as I`m doing now.

Do you have any other passions besides training and handling Arabian horses?

My wife and I have a Riding Centre School in Madrid. I love classical dressage but also jumping. Whenever possible, I will ride and give classical dressage lessons to the students.

Do you feel like leaving a message for the readers of Arabian Horse Magazine?

Just keep supporting and enjoying Arabian Horse Magazine because they are doing an outstanding job!!!

Written by Sonia Smaldone

With a blow-minding of 4 million prize money, the lavish 2023 Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship was held from 17 to 20 March during the well-known Dubai International Horse Fair (DIHF) at DWTC Za’abeel Hall 4-6. Showcasing magnificent Arabian horses worth an estimated $1-2 million to breeders, owners and horse lovers throughout the world and demonstrating their unmistakable beauty, exceptional movement and heritage, the 2023 edition was judged by eight international experts of the breed: Mr Abbas Raouf (Egypt), Mr Constanti James (United States of America), Mr Den Hartog Robbie (The Netherlands), Mr Gozdzialski Lucas (Poland), Mr Kammer Murillo (Brazil), Mr

Moschini Christian (Italy), Mr Reisel Gideon (The Netherlands), Mr Rombauer Tamas (Hungary), Mrs Van Hee Martine (Belgium), and Mrs Weidner Michaela (Germany). The correct conduct of the show was a prerogative of DCs Dr Suryawanshi Sujeet Bhaskar (United Arab Emirates), Mr Raza Gill Umer (United Arab Emirates), Mr Valette Bertrand (France), and Mr Dubois Jean Marc (France). In the arena, in his quality of Ringmaster, Dr Kupaj Jean-Bernard (France). The show started on March 17, 2023 at 14:00 Asia/Dubai (11:00 Europe/Rome), and concluded on March 20, 2023 at 00:00 Asia/Dubai (21:00 Europe/Rome) with a new array of champion horses:

DUBAI WORLD TRADE CENTER ZA’ABELL HALL 4-6 DUBAI – UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

OF HH SHEIKH HAMDAM BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM DEPUTY RULER OF DUBAI

In the FILLY FOALS CHAMPIONSHIP, (CLASS 1), Gold medal winner Gamra Al Hawajer (Atticus Enb x Eks Jasminah) bred and owned by Dr Ghanem Mohamed Obaid Alhajri. Silver Medal winner Sq Danah (Sq Wasim x My Fair Rorse), bred and owned by Al Saqran Arabian Horse Stud. Bronze medal winner Rabab Albidayer (Raoud Albidayer x Hs Jumanah) bred and owned by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saud Al Qassimi.

In The YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP (CLASS YFC), Gold medal winner D

Aserah (Aj Nofan x D Shihanah) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Aj Raseel (Alexxanderr x Aj Rajwa) bred and owned by Ajman Stud - HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Bronze medal winner D Sheikhah (Aj Marzan x D Shihanah) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP (CLASS JFC), Gold medal winner Aj Kayya (Aj Kafu x Aja Caprice) bred and owned by Ajman Stud - HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Silver medal winner D

Thariah (Fa El Rasheem x D Azalea) bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and owned by Al Wajba Stud. Bronze medal winner D Raseel (D Seraj x Elle Flamenca) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP (CLASS SMC), Gold medal winner D Shihanah (Fa El Rasheem x D Shahla) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Basandrasettimocielo (Ajman Moniscione x Ma Scarlet) bred by Annaratone Maria Ferraroni, and owned by Ajman Stud - HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Bronze medal winner Al

Aryam Banafsaj (Dominic M x Al Aryam Basma) bred by Al Aryam Arabians, and owned by Ajman Stud - HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi.

In the COLTS FOAL CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Ad Yas (Raoud Albidayer x Aj Nala) bred and owned by Al Jirnas Arabians. Silver medal medal winner, Rabdan Al Hawajer (Shahwan Al Hawajer x Shahd Al Hawajer) bred and owned by Dr Ghanem Mohamed Obaid Al Hajri. Bronze medal winner Sari Al Fahaid (Aj Nabhan x Aj Amani) bred and owned by Abdulla Saeed Mohamed Alhajeri.

In the YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP (CLASS YCC), Gold medal winner Aj Sayer (Aj Yas x Sama Am) bred and owned by Ajman Stud - HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Silver medal winner D Faher (D Shakhat x D Fannanah) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Bronze medal winner Baheer Al Shaqab (Wadee Al Shaqab x Dana Al Shaqab) bred and owned by Al Shaqab (Member of Qatar Foundation).

In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP (CLASS JCC), Gold medal winner D Shahhar (Excalibur E.A. x D Shihanah) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Falah Al Hawajer (Aned Al Hawajer x Marami Al Hawajer)

bred and owned by Dr Ghanem Mohamed Obaid Alhajri. Bronze medal winner D Shart (Excalibur E.A. x D Shihanah) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

In the SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP (CLASS SSC), Gold medal winner D Seraj (Fa El Rasheem x Ladi Veronika) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Aj Kafu (Shanghai Ea x Aj Kahayla) bred and owned by Ajman Stud

- HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Bronze medal winner E.S. Prince (E.s. Sarab x Raghad Al Nasser) bred and owned by Sheikh Abdullah Bin Majid Al Qassimi.

A FEW ENDING COMMENTS…

The 2023 edition of the Dubai International

Arabian orse ham ionshi o ere the Arabian horse industry the opportunity to meet once again, showcasing some of the wor s finest horses an ro i ing a nie chance or the finest bree s to er orm on one of the most coveted international stages. It is noticeable every year how the quality level of horses presented at this gathering grows and how deep the love and passion for these equine creatures run in the co ntr An this is am re ecte in the rise of the equestrian market in the UAE. We are beyond grateful to the venerable members of the High Organizing Committee (H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai,

H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai) as well as to the DIAHC Board (in particular, General Manager Mr Qusai Obaidalla and Mr Adel Saeed Al Falasi) for inviting our team also this year to be part of this show where excellence is the rule. Many thanks to all the tireless judges, the impeccable DCs, the passionate breeders and owners, and the trainers an han ers who too the e ort to present their horses to such a high level. Thank you to the many sponsors, volunteers, ring stewards and behind-the-scenes o cia s e can t wait to see what the edition of DIAHC holds!

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AJ RASEEL

ALEXXANDERR X AJ RAJWA

BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

D ASERAH

AJ NOFAN X D SHIHANAH

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

D SHEIKHAH

AJ MARZAN X D SHIHANAH

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

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D FAHER

D SHAKHAT X D FANNANAH

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

AJ SAYER

AJ YAS X SAMA AM

BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

BAHEER AL SHAQAB

WADEE AL SHAQAB X DANA AL SHAQAB

BREEDER: AL SHAQAB (MEMBER OF QF)

OWNER: AL SHAQAB (MEMBER OF QF)

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D THARIAH

FA EL RASHEEM X D AZALEA

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: AL WAJBA STUD

AJ KAYYA

AJ KAFU X AJA CAPRICE

BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

D RASEEL

D SERAJ X ELLE FLAMENCA

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

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FALAH AL HAWAJER

ANED AL HAWAJER X MARAMI AL HAWAJER

BREEDER: DR GHANEM MOHAMED OBAID ALHAJRI

OWNER: DR GHANEM MOHAMED OBAID ALHAJRI

D SHAHHAR

EXCALIBUR E.A. X D SHIHANAH

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

D SHART

EXCALIBUR E.A. X D SHIHANAH

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

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BASANDRASETTIMOCIELO

AJMAN MONISCIONE X MA SCARLET

BREEDER: ANNARATINE MARIA FERRARONI

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

D SHIHANAH

FA EL RASHEEM X D SHAHLA

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

AL ARYAM BANAFSAJ

DOMINIC M X AL ARYAM BASMA

BREEDER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

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AJ KAFU

SHANGHAI EA X AJ KAHAYLA

BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

D SERAJ

FA EL RASHEEM X LADI VERONIKA

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

E.S. PRINCE

E.S. SARAB X RAGHAD AL NASSER

BREEDER: SHK. ABDULLAH BIN MAJID AL QASSIMI

OWNER: SHK. ABDULLAH BIN MAJID AL QASSIMI

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“LIVING CONSERVATORY OF ANCESTRAL FALCONRY” 2023

THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA

‘A RENEWED LEGACY’

Text William Richardot de Choisey & Fawaz Gamal

Translation by Sonia Smaldone

Photos Courtesy of Saudi Falconry Club & Exhibitors and Contribution of Haras de Cernay France

In recent decades, all falconers in Saudi Arabia have supported with force and determination, as some experienced falconers know well, birds of prey breeding and preservation as a part of a rich historical heritage of the country, including specimens that have been loyal companions of Bedouin travellers throughout the Arabian plains for centuries, hunting across vast territories. at also enabled Bedouins to feed themselves with the food their birds of prey ferociously hunted and brought them back. Falcons can be friendly creatures with their masters, but extremely ruthless when hunting bustards, onagers or gazelles. In military history, falcons have o en been used in war with their proud riders. ese fearsome birds were trained to attack the enemy’s eyes, such as those of the Crusader Knights, who were subjugated by the conquests. It would be later that bait and hood came into use. e set of all these techniques would provide a more obvious selection of the raptor’s ight abilities. Despite the modernization of all continents in the twenty- rst century, falconry has remained a sacred value of Saudi culture. As early as the Middle Ages, Bedouin rivalries in uenced the development of the nest falcons, sought a er for their beauty and the creation of speed tournaments that combined a blossoming sport that gradually spread across the Arabian Peninsula. As Modernity set in, the Bedouins can still remem-

ber well the old days in this activity that was mainly a hobby. Young falcons got captured in the wild, and training them took a lot of patience and skill to improve their speed and hunting ability. But, once well-trained and over ve years old, the falcon becomes both the pride of his master and a blessing granted by God. For decades, the breeding of falcons was a matter of tradition, supporting the defenders of the eternal falconry that never lost its national glory, as per the objective set by each breeder, for hunting or beauty contests are only open to pure breeds under extremely draconian conditions. However, it will be necessary to adopt a regulation for a sport that is increasingly becoming lucrative given the population in constant demand for gatherings which represent real shows and entertainment for a whole people with only hybrid species for speed races over 400

meters oscillating between 18 and 21 seconds approximately, the rewards which are given at the end with a global endowment of nearly 8 million USD are encouraging. During these sports competitions, a panel of o cials, technical judges, veterinarians, and controllers all in number, monitor everything very closely with the help of technology, focussing on the speed of the birds. ere can be no compromise of any orders or forms of supposed interests, a rigour that should be applied elsewhere. People have invested in the cause of falconry, with associations outside the Saudi Kingdom strongly involved in awareness raising campaigns, a process that has culminated with the recognition of falconry as

a Unesco World Intangible Heritage since November 2010, and the need to preserve this art of hunting in ight, one of the oldest in human civilization. Depending on the hunting territory, the falconer equipped with the ‘sabaa’ chooses his favourite bird wearing its ‘koubbile’. He will use either a Peregrine Falcon (Falco Peregrinus) or a Gyrfalcon (Falco Rusticolus) for the high ight. But also the Saker Falcon (Falco Cherrug) and Lanier Falcon (Falco Biarnicus). In some countries of the Middle East, falconry is being practised in the comfort of o -road cars, an activity with the inherent genes of the population. ese countries also possess the most beautiful Arabian horses in the world. But do not use them in this entertaining sport deeply rooted in their culture. Falconry has its codes, and international and national authorities ensure a thousand-year-old tradition is respected. All birds have a registration, and you must have an approval number with special facilities for the conduction of the activity. It is also relevant to respect the moulting period of birds, which occurs from midspring to August.

Behind the pushing international request under the aegis of the Saudi Falcon Club, an auction is periodically organized at ‘Malham’, north of Riyadh, o ering nearly 200 falcons for bids. In erce competition, thousands of connoisseurs gather from 35 countries to purchase the best falcons from the best Saudi breeders. e ‘Shaheen’ falcon is highly sought a er, and its price can even reach $200,000.

Once again, it should be remembered that the International Falcon Hunting Exhibition in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is also part of the ambitious Vision 2030 aimed at transforming the country, emphasizing maximum economic and cultural opportunities in a natural environment. For quite a long time, the King Abdulaziz alSaud Falconry Festival has always brought together the best specialists in this peculiar breeding, travelling from Bahrain, the Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Syria, and sometimes from ‘Europe. Some compete in the ‘al-Melwah’ *Falcon Call race, demonstrating their birds’ speed. Do not hesitate to come to Saudi Arabia, which now issues tourist Visas.

THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY

It is no secret that Henrike H ormann is one of the most talented and beloved Arabian horse female photographers of our time, with a long list of spectacular achievements to her name. The stunning beauty and charisma of the Arabian horse have been captured by her lenses at the most important international shows for the best studs in the world. The opportunity to interview this immense artist for the beautiful Summer edition 2023 was an absolute pleasure.

AN INTERVIEW BY Sonia

Smaldone

H e n r i k e

Who is Henrike Hörmann, exactly?

I am a Photographer and Media Designer from Germany living on an old farm with my 2 Great Swiss Mountain Dogs and 26 Arabian Horses.

How did you become a photographer? Why did you choose the Arabian Horse as your favourite subject to photograph?

Photography was part of my studies at the University, but let us say: “It’s in the family…I already grew up with a camera in my hands, because my father and grandfather loved to capture family moments all the time. As a breeder of Arabian Horses, it was just a question of time that I also took pictures of horses, at home and during presentations or shows.

Which Arabian horse has won your heart as a photographer? Why?

It is difficult to name just one horse as I have had the pleasure to take pictures of many beautiful, showy and impressive horses in the past years.

What are your current commitments as a photographer? Are you working for any stud (s) or show organizations? In which country?

I am working for the European Breeders Trust AG, for which I am also doing the design work, social media and video editing, besides taking pictures at the events they are organizing. As well as for Arabian Futurity Europe.

Since years I am working with Privilege SFQ - Belgium and I am also covering some events for other Training Centers like Obi Training Center - Belgium and Schoukens Training Center - Belgium. I am taking pictures for Al Wajba StudQatar and worked in the past for example for Al Shaqab - Qatar, Al Zobair Stud

- UAE, Akmal Stud - KSA and Ajmal Stud

- KSA

As a freelancer I am covering Arabian Horse Shows for different Organizers such as: Alrubatiya Int. Show - Oman, Al Shiraa Int. Show - Abu Dhabi, Arabian Horse Weekend - The Netherlands, the City of Kings’Show -France and maybe some more Shows in Europe.

Henrike, how would you describe your photography style in one word?

Different, if it comes to People & Atmosphere!

Which is your favourite lens? Why?

I mostly use my 70-200mm lenses because it gives me the opportunity to zoom in if necessary.

When breeders call you to do a horse shooting, do you take any essential items besides a camera and lens?

Rarely...sometimes I use accessories or flowers but most of the time, I try to work with the natural surroundings of the location. Exceptions could be studio settings or specific backgrounds which need to be prepared in advance.

Henrike, what elements make the best picture stand out from the average?

It is all about emotions and expression.

How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

Practice, practice, practice... This year I will have my first-time photography workshop and reallyI look forward to it!

Which tools do you use for post/processing?

Lightroom and Photoshop.

What is the least enjoyable part of being a photographer? And the most rewarding part?

The most enjoyable moments are taking sneaky pictures of people who are really not realizing it and you get the best natural moments. The post-production of these pictures makes me smile while working. For me as a person who works alone at the shows the most difficult part can be to send out pictures directly after taking them, because I could miss some other special moments in the meantime. I prefer to make my selection after each show day and work on the best ones before sending them out.

Who are other photographers you regard as idols in this sector? (If any)

I love the light in the pictuires of Glenn Jacobs and Alessio Azzali and also the composition. The upcoming Workshop with April Visel will be an incredible opportunity for me to learn a lot.

What are some of the biggest lessons in the Art of Photography rotating around the Arabian horse you have learned along the way?

With other commitments like my horses at home and my regular job, I sometimes struggle to make spontaneous invitations possible. I need a little time in advance to organize everything.

What are your hopes and dreams or future goals? Where do you see yourself in the next ten years?

In this world you often don’t even know where you will be in the next ten weeks so it’s difficult for me to say where I see myself in ten years... but I hope I will still be able to travel the world for taking pictures of wonderful Arabian Horses at beautiful locations.

Henrike, the Spring Breeding Season is in full swing. What is your message to the international breeders’ community?

Enjoy the foaling season…to see the little beauties exploring the world is one of the most beautiful moments in life!

Henrike, it has been an absolute pleasure to speak with you and witness the passion and dedication you bring to your work. We look forward to seeing what incredible images you will capture next. Thank you for sharing your time and talent with us!

Henrike Hörmann

+49 171 52 51 032

info@hh-photography-design.de hh-photography-design.de

2023 bay colt Abha Omani x Persia Le Soleil

© Elvis Giughera

THE ARABIAN BREEDERS

World Cup 2023

The 2023 Arabian Horse Breeders’ World Cup and participants thank His Royal Highness, Mohammed VI, King of Morocco and his Royal Stables, Haras de Bouznika, for his gracious and generous patronage of this world class event.

PHOTOS BY AVALON PHOTOGRAPHY & LAURELLE ANDERSON

TEXT BY SCOTT BENJAMIN & DESIGN BY BETH ELLEN HUNZIKER

T HE T RAILBLAZING E VENT T RANSFORMS

Almost two decades ago, the ambitions of several established and aspiring breeders in North America coalesced into an innovative and transformative idea – to create an internationalstyle show in a high-profle American city, modelled after universally respected events such as the All Nations Cup in Aachen, the World Championships in Paris and the Dubai International Championship in the UAE. The primary aims of the event, sponsored and hosted by the newly formed Arabian Horse Breeders Alliance (AHBA) were to: 1) bring the energy and excitement of an international halter competition to North America; 2) evaluate breeding and halter exhibits more objectively according to the global breed ideal with a universally recognised and respected scoring system; 3) celebrate breeders and promote the breeding of Arabian horses; 4) attract international visitors to sponsor, support and attend by hosting the event in a highly appealing location; 5) create a greater sense of collaboration and camaraderie amongst the global community by bringing horsepersons from all over the world together; and 6) expose the Arabian horse to a larger audience of those who are unfamiliar with the breed with the hopes of growing the base of Arabian horse owners, breeders and enthusiasts.

With these noble aims as the guiding light, the Arabian Breeders World Cup (ABWC) was born, launching in April 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada – ‘the Entertainment Capital of the World’ – and hosted at the city’s brand new purpose-built equine facility at South Point Casino, conveniently situated just south of the Strip on Las Vegas Boulevard. In just a few short years, the World Cup met and exceeded all its lofty goals, attracting entries, professionals and spectators from every inhabited continent, establishing itself as a ‘must attend’ event on the annual international calendar. Not only did the World Cup earn elite show status ranking as one of the most prestigious titles to earn in the breed, the show became the inspiration for a whole series of international-style shows in North America, transforming even the industry’s granddaddy of all horse shows – the Scottsdale All-Arabian – with the addition of an international halter division, a four day celebration of the best of the breed that continues to grow in both numbers and signifcance.

Rather quickly, the Arabian Breeders World Cup became known amongst industry insiders as the Las Vegas World Cup, or even more affectionately simply as the ‘Vegas Show’, forever linking the event with its host city. By year four, the World Cup evolved into its most inspired iteration, introducing Yearling Championships, an industry frst outside of Australia that has since transformed competition the world over, as well as Gold, Silver & Bronze Supreme Championships for all breeding and Amateur to Handle (ATH) divisions, adopted immediately in response to the sagacious introduction of these Olympic medal placings in Menton and at the World Championships the year prior. For the

next decade, the World Cup continued to lead by example, attracting international horses, sponsors and spectators from the most respected programmes consistently and confdently, content in its universal admiration and respect.

No one expected the 2019 event, rather prophetically the thirteenth iteration of the show, to be the fnal exhibition in Las Vegas to date. Disrupted by the global covid-19 pandemic, which shut down the global economy and nearly all air travel in March of 2020, the show was cancelled with the hopes of returning to Las Vegas in 2021. Lingering restrictions, however, made the return to South Point impossible in 2021, so a determined AHBA Board made the lifesaving decision to host the event in Scottsdale as a stop gap measure. Quickly organised by Taryl O’Shea and her talented show committee, the Scottsdale version of the World Cup proved to be a triumphant success, smaller in overall size and scope but still rich with quality horses, a celebratory atmosphere and an unshakeable sense of camaraderie and enthusiasm. Hosted outdoors, on the spacious polo felds of Westworld, surrounded by crisp white marquees to shelter VIP guests and show offcials, and set against the magnifcent Sonoran backdrop of the McDowell Mountain Range, the setting evoked a distinctly European festive fair, showcasing the Arabian breed at its best under the reliable Scottsdale sunshine. Having committed to a three-year contract with Westworld to make the 2021 event a reality, the Vegas Show in Scottsdale, now permanently ‘rebranded’ as the Arabian Breeders World Cup it had always been envisioned to be, is in the midst of its next natural evolution, with the future of the ground-breaking and trend-setting event carefully guided towards continued relevance and enduring impact by the insightful and ambitious AHBA Board of Directors.

Created to be a premier showcase of the best breeding stock in the breed worldwide, the World Cup schedule has also always given ample time and opportunity to amateur handlers and owners, with the understanding the inclusion of amateurs amongst the elite horses and professionals would not only create a greater sense of community at all levels of involvement, but also raise the standard of presentation and horsemanship at this foundation point of entry within the industry. As such, the entire frst day of World Cup competition is devoted exclusively to ATH entries, for fllies, mares, colts, stallions and geldings, as well as those nominated aged two and under eligible to win signifcant prize money in the AHBA Auction and Legacy Futurity programmes. To incentivise participation, Supreme Championship qualifers compete for some of the most impressive silver cups both in size and quality awarded annually, as well as Gold, Silver & Bronze honours and the corresponding high profle rose garlands beautifully designed and crafted by Sonya Bickford.

SIRES OF SIGNIFICANCE

Always the largest division at the World Cup since the very frst show in 2007, the yearlings, both fllies and colts, once again were remarkable in depth of quality, diversity and professional exhibition. As has become tradition at the annual Scottsdale Show, the yearling classes at the World Cup correspondingly showcase the most important, most innovative and most impactful breeding trends, shining the spotlight on those sires that have been used most insightfully in the most recent seasons and whose infuence within the breed is on the rise. Paving the way as the leading sires of 202 amongst the Top Ten Yearling Fillies & Colts were the popular and prepotent ROYAL ASAD, EXXALT, PRELUDIO OSB, RAZEER SERONDELLA, D SHAKHAT, ARIA RA EEM, R FRANCOIS and S LTAN G , with a quartet of super sires fnishing atop the feld. Pat McGinnis’ TA RAHEEM (FA El Rasheem x RA Marwans Elygance by Marwan Al Shaqab) once again proved himself a sire of importance in the colt division with the sensational STA HIGH VOLTA (out of Rose CME by Lark RCA), an exceptionally complete iridescent chestnut that was named Supreme Gold Champion Yearling Colt by unanimous consent as well as High Score Body & Topline. The closely related undefeated show phenom RHAN AL SHAHANIA (Marwan Al Shaqab x waaher Al Shahania by FA El Rasheem) had several exceptional progeny in contention, with Rae-Dawn’s eye catching dark bay RD RHAVIER (out of Giana Leah PCF by Polidoro FC) fnishing strongly as Supreme Bronze Champion Yearling Colt and, most impressively, winning the silver cup for High Score Movement. Another sire with a multitude of exotic get was last year’s unanimous Supreme Gold Champion Senior Stallion AJ RADMAN (AJ Mardan x AJ Marhifa by Ajman Moniscione), whose ultra-exotic daughter SHADEN YASER (out of Yara Yaser by Wadee Al Shaqab) was well-received as Su-

preme Silver Champion Yearling Filly and recipient of the special award for High Score Head of the entire show. But the sire who emerged triumphant with three winners – one Supreme Gold, Silver & Bronze Champion each – was unsurprisingly DOMINIC M (Da Vinci FM x Rosa La Valentina by DA Valentino). The Orrion Farms chief sire has been the most utilised stallion in the country for the past two seasons, and counting, and the extraordinary quality of his best get – which include Supreme Gold Champion Yearling Filly FELI A MAL MALA (out of Felix Ajmal Mora by RFI Farid), Supreme Silver Champion Yearling Colt OFW LEGEND (out of Lulu Marajj by Marajj) and Supreme Bronze Champion Yearling Filly VISION OF LOVE ENB (out of Symphony of Love by El Nabila B – are a resounding testament to his siring prowess and importance in the breed.

WORLD CLASS JUDGES

The distinguished panel of international judges for 202 included four experts from overseas – Marek Trela (Poland & ordan), Claudia Darius (Germany), Santiago Fornieles (Argentina) and Kathleen Ohlsson (Sweden) – balanced perfectly with three well respected AHA judges – Cindy Reich (Colorado), Leslie Connor (Missouri) and Mike Wilson (Florida). A group of fve were randomly selected to judge each of the qualifying classes on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, rotating through while utilizing the World Cup Scoring System to assess entries against the breed standard to superlative effect. By the time all seven judges were invited to comparatively determine the Gold, Silver and Bronze honourees in Sunday’s Supreme Championships, it was readily apparent that the very best horses had returned to vie for top honours, with the cr me de la cr me sorted to the top with resounding affrmation from breeders, owners, handlers and spectators alike.

202 ABWC DGES, L-R Michael Wilson, Dr. Marek Trela, Cindy Reich, athleen Ohlsson, Santiago Fornieles, Claudia Darius, and Leslie Connor

ARABIAN BREEDERS

World Cup

Y EARLING F ILLY S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Gold Champion

FELIX AJMAL MALAK

(DOMINIC M X FELIX AJMAL MORA) BREEDERS/OWNERS: FELIX ARABIA

SilverChampion

SHADEN YASER

(AJ RADMAN X YARA YASER) BREEDER/OWNER: YASER ALHARTHI

BronzeChampion

(DOMINIC M X SYMPHONY OF LOVE) BREEDERS/OWNERS PSYNERGY ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENTS LLC

ARABIAN BREEDERS

World Cup

Y EARLING COLT S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Gold Champion

(TAJ RAHEEM X ROSE CME) BREEDERS/OWNERS: MARION MASCHKE OR ANDREAS MASCHKE

OFW LEGEND

(DOMINIC M X LULU MARAJJ) BREEDER/OWNER: ORRION FARMS LLC

SilverChampion BronzeChampion

RD RHAVIER

(RHAN AL SHAHANIA X GIANA LEAH PCF) BREEDERS: MURRAY OR SHIRLEY POPPLEWELL OWNER: SANDRO PINHA, ARABIANS INTERNATIONAL

BREEDERS World Cup

ARABIAN

J UNIOR M ARES S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Gold Champion

OFW LUXXURY

(EXXALT X LULU MARAJJ)

BREEDERS: ORRION FARMS LLC OWNER: THERESA LUNGWITZ

WORLD CUP COMPETITON

The unior division was replete with several high-profle champions and internationally bred entries that continued to bolster the world-class reputation of the World Cup. Chief among these was Supreme Gold Champion unior Filly OFW LUXXURY (by Exxalt), the reigning Scottsdale International Gold Champion and inaugural S National Breeding Pays Futurity Gold Champion Two Year Old Filly, who upgraded her title from the ABWC Silver Championship in 2022 and was also the second major medal winner for her illustrious dam L L MARA (out of Silhouette FF by Shael Dream

Desert) on Championship Sunday. Earning this year’s Supreme Silver Championship in her show ring debut was Diane Brown’s seductive siren ANTHEIA ILLAHRI, a homebred beauty sired by resident chief sire OM EL BENICIO (WH ustice x Om El Benicia by Om El Shahmaan) and out of the truly glorious GLORIA APAL (Psytadel x SA Misha Apal by AS Natsir Apal). Brazilian National Champion KHALEESI EL LAMI RB (out of Lami El Sabah RB by El Tino), another major winner for DOMINIC M, earned the fercely fought Supreme Bronze Championship in the junior flly division, undeniably one of the strongest of the day.

ANTHEIA ZILLAHRI

(OM EL BENICIO X GLORIA APAL) BREEDER/OWNER: DIANE BROWN, ANTHEIA ARABIANS

SilverChampion BronzeChampion

KHALEESI EL LAMI RB

(DOMINIC M X LAMI EL SABAH RB) BREEDER: ADRIANA DE MOURA OWNERS: ROYAL SKY ARABIANS

World Cup

J UNIOR S TALLIONS S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Gold Champion FAROUK PALAZZOTTO

(D SERAJ X D FEDDAH) BREEDER: AZ AGR IL PALAZZOTTO DI CAPECCI PAOLO OWNERS: HAGALE FAMILY ARABIANS

The Italian-bred international champion FAROUK PALA OTTO (out of D Feddah by Shanghai EA), the highly prized son of international super sire D SERA (FA El Rasheem x Ladi Veronika by Versace), added further prestige to his show record by earning the Supreme Gold Champion unior Colt title for owners Hagale Family Arabians while superbly shown by Andrew Sellman, who earned his record fourth ABWC Professional Handler of Excellence award in the process. The

Royal Arabians entries ROYAL RAJAAH, already a winner as Supreme Gold Champion Colt Stallion Gelding ATH, and HAZ AL BRSB (Royal Asad x Elegance AL by Halyr Meia Lua), both handsome dark bays with smooth bodies and undeniable appeal, were selected as Supreme Silver and Bronze Champions, respectively, all of which made for back-to-back celebratory photo ops for an ecstatic Team Royal.

SilverChampion

ROYAL RAJAAH

(SOUL OF MARWAN AS X RHADASHAH ARABCO) BREEDERS/OWNERS: CINDY MCGOWN OR MARK DAVIS

BronzeChampion

HAZ AL BRSB

(ROYAL ASAD X ELEGANCE AL) BREEDER: AGROPEC LEOPOLDINO LTDA OWNERS: C MCGOWN AND M DAVIS AND AGROPECUARIA LEOPOLDINO LTDA

World Cup

S ENIOR M ARES S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Gold Champion PERFINKA

(ESPARTO X PERFIRKA)

BREEDERS: BIALKA STATE STUD FARM OWNERS: AL RAHJIAT STUD

Highest Score of the Show honours were coupled with the Highest Scores for both Type as well as Neck & Shoulder for the still spectacular PERFIN A (Esparto x Perfrka by Gazal Al Shaqab), who was crowned Supreme Gold Champion Senior Mare for owners Al Rahjiat Stud of Saudi Arabia. Bred in Poland by Bia ka Stud, PERFIN A was not only the oldest horse entered, she became the oldest ever to earn a Supreme Championship in World Cup history. This remarkable achievement of both endurance and relevance

was eclipsed only by the fact that PERFINKA is now the only horse ever to repeat the same success at the World Cup, having frst achieved Supreme Gold Championship glory at the last ABWC in Las Vegas in 2019 while on lease to Lollie and Lara Ames of Cedar Ridge Farms. Expertly prepared by Team Royal and respectfully shown by Glenn Schoukens, PERFIN A is still a marvel from head to tail, aging to perfection as so many Polish-bred icons have done before her.

HIGHEST SCORING HORSE OF THE SHOW

S ENIOR M ARES S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP ARABIAN BREEDERS

World Cup

SilverChampion

OM EL BELASINA

(OM EL SINON X OM EL BELADEENA)

BREEDERS/OWNERS: OM EL ARAB INTERNATIONAL

Mirroring the depth of quality in both the Yearling and unior Fillies, the competition for Senior Mares was an unequivocal highlight of the entire show, with magnifcent matrons bred on four continents brought forward for assessment. Two homebred beauties with international connections, however, held their own in the Top Ten lineup, fnishing in Bronze and Silver medal positions. The ethereal Peacemaker-bred MARBELLA PCF (Exxalt x Veri-

etta PCF by PCF Vision), fresh off her Silver Championship in Scottsdale International competition, was named Supreme Bronze Champion for Arabian Soul Partners of Mexico. ust ahead as Supreme Silver Champion, was a young mare hailing from one of the most globally renowned and accomplished breeding programmes of the last six decades, that of Om El Arab International, a name synonymous with classic Arabian type and beauty. This

BronzeChampion

MARBELLA PCF

(EXXALT X VERIETTA PCF)

BREEDER: SAM PEACEMAKER OWNERS: ARABIAN SOUL PARTNERS LTD

rising superstar was OM EL BELASINA, a fantastic four year old sired by former ABWC Supreme Gold Champion

OM EL SINON (WH ustice x Om El Shadiva by Sanadik

El Shaklan) and out of anina’s premier broodmatron OM EL BELADEENA (Al Lahab x Om El Benedict by Sanadik

El Shaklan), the source of several international champions of acclaim. In the closest decision of the entire show, the young ingenue received three Gold Champion

votes and four for Silver Champion, missing out on the highest honours by a single vote from the judges. In addition to the Supreme Silver Championship, the aspiring OM EL BELASINA, whose best days undoubtedly lie yet ahead, was also awarded High Score honours for Feet & Legs, while also scoring the second highest score of the show with 7.0, just 0. point behind the undisputable biggest winner of the event.

ARABIAN BREEDERS

S ENIOR S TALLIONS S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Gold Champion

EMIR SAHARA

World Cup AHM

(EMERALD J X SAHARA DAGHIRAH BY DENALI BHF) BREEDER/OWNER: SALIM MATTAR, HARAS SAHARA

Team Royal could also boast Gold in the Supreme Senior Stallion Championship, winning unanimously with multiinternational champion EMIR SAHARA (Emerald x Sahara Daghirah by Denali BHF), a charismatic young show horse still proudly owned and exhibited by breeder Salim Mattar of Haras Sahara of Brazil. Gary ehl’s young chief sire, the bold and powerful R FRANCOIS ( avalle MI x R Francesca by Marwan Al Shaqab), was awarded the title of Silver Supreme Champion Senior Stallion, just ahead of Supreme Bronze Champion VERSACES EROS (Versace x umeriah Rose SWF by MA Shadow El Sher) bred and owned by the Versaces Eros Partnership.

JR FRANCOIS

( AVALLE MI R FRANCESCA BY MARWAN AL SHAQAB), BREEDERS: JOANNE GUNABALAN OWNER: GARY KEHL, GRK ARABIANS

SilverChampion BronzeChampion

VERSACES EROS

(VERSACE X JUMERIAH ROSE SWF BY MA SHADOW EL SHER) BRED AND OWNED BY THE VERSACES EROS PARTNERSHIP.

ARABIAN BREEDERS

World Cup

A MATEUR S UPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

GOLD CHAMPION FEMALE: GIOVANA A

L

(HALYR MEIA LUA X CER BELISSIMA)

BREEDER: AGROPEC LEOPOLDINO

OWNERS: C. MCGWWOWN & M. DAVIS

PICTURED AT TOP

SILVER CHAMPION FEMALE: HERCHANTS VO

(HERCULES EA X ENCHANT VO)

BREEDER: MANNY VIERRA,

OWNER: MARY ELLEN CHAVEZ, PICTURED AT MIDDLE

BRONZE CHAMPION FEMALE: ROYAL NAJWA A

S

(ROYAL ASAD X KASHILIA AS)

BREEDERS: ARABIAN SOUL PARTNERS

OWNERS: C. MCGOWN & M. DAVIS

PICTURED AT BOTTOM

GOLD CHAMPION MALE: ROYAL RAJAAH

(SOUL OF MARWAN AS X RHADASHAH ARABCO)

OWNERS/BREEDERS:

CINDY MCGOWN & MARK DAVIS

PICTURED AT TOP

SILVER CHAMPION MALE: PS MYSTIC MIRAGE

(MIRAGE V ++++// X MATA HARA)

BREEDERS: P. & M. MEHEW

OWNERS: C. MCGOWN & M. DAVIS PICTURED AT MIDDLE

BRONZE CHAMPION MALE: EXXSTATIC SBA

(EXXALT X GODDESS OF DA VINCI)

BREEDERS/OWNERS:

STELLA BELLA ARABIANS L PICTURED AT BOTTOM

ARABIAN BREEDERS

World Cup

A HBA A UCTION F UTURITY CHAMPION S

GOLD CHAMPION COLT: TESLA LRA

(HDF LUGANO X CALLISTO LRA) BREEDERS/OWNERS: RON OR LAURA ARMSTRONG

GOLD CHAMPION FILLY: ROYAL GHADA

(AJ RADMAN X GHAZALA EL JAMAAL) BREEDERS/OWNERS: CINDY MCGOWN OR MARK DAVIS

SILVER

CHAMPION

FILLY: PIARRA VO

(PRELUDIO OSB X AJS EMARA MEIA LUA) BREEDER/OWNER: MANNY VIERRA, VALLEY OAK ARABIANS LLC

ARABIAN BREEDERS

World Cup

Royal Arabians prevailed with Gold in both ATH Supreme Championships, with the husband-and-wife pair of Danny and Amanda Pagan each leading the judge’s choice to winner’s circle. Danny’s gorgeous Gold Champion Mare ATH Wwas GIOVANA AL (Halyr Meia Lua x CER Belissima by FA El Shawan), an utterly enchanting snow-white matron that stood head and shoulders above the competition amongst the mares and fllies. Amanda showcased her considerable skills as a handler with the immensely appealing two year old colt ROYAL RA AAH (Soul of Marwan AS x Rhadashah Arabco by El Tino), who was sashed Gold Champion Colt/Stallion/Gelding ATH just ahead of Amanda’s eleven year old son, Micah Fraser, who did a masterful job showing the beautifully athletic PS MYSTIC MIRAGE (Mirage V x Mata Hara by Humkam Maj) to Silver Champion, adding further prestige to an impressive show record which includes the Hunter Pleasure unior Horse Championship at the Scottsdale show just two months prior. Stella Bella’s imperially bred EXXSTATIC SBA (Exxalt x Goddess of Da Vinci by Da Vinci FM) earned the Bronze Championship title amongst the male entries with Austin Garrett doing the honours, while ordan Simons, led Manny Vierra’s superbly built HERCHANTS VO (Hercules EA x Enchant VO by Emigrant) to Silver Champion amongst the females. Amanda Pagan earned the only dual medal recognition in the fnal line-ups, finishing Bronze Champion with the ultra-feminine ROYAL NA WA AS

(Royal Asad x ashilia AS by ahil Al Shaqab). This was a ftting fnish for Amanda, most deservedly named Amateur Handler of Excellence collectively by the judges, an award generously sponsored by Graham Smith of Australia since frst introduced the to show fve years ago.

Having always been on the vanguard of recognising breeding achievement and enduring contribution to the Arabian breed worldwide, the Alliance chose to honour fellow Board Director and celebrated horseman, breeder and all-around amazing human being Larry erome of erland Fams with the 202 AHBA Lifetime Achievement Award. Following a moving video tribute highlighting Larry’s profound positive influence on not only the Arabian breed but the greater livestock and pet industries at large, his daughter Moriah and son-in-law Matt Fisher accepted the magnificent bronze trophy creatively conceived and kindly donated by gifted sculptor Carol Fensholt-Nierenberg in Larry’s absence, whose mighty and always inspiring physical presence was greatly missed at this year’s event. The AHBA also honoured Cindy Reid, the SEF Steward responsible for making more World Cup events run smoothly and without incidence than any other, with the well-deserved Distinguished Service Award in her final appearance as an official at an Arabian show.

HANDLER OF EXCELLENCE: Andrew Sellman

ARABIAN BREEDERS CUP CHAMPION: ROYAL ARABIANS, SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, Mark Davis and Cindy McGown of Royal Arabians

Special Awards

The highly coveted Breeders Cup competition, in which those breeders with at least two entries are rewarded for the most consistent achievement annually, again recognised fve of the leading show supporters and industry innovators. Steve and Christina Poore’s Orrion Farms, Sam Peacemaker’s PCF Arabians and Dr. Ben Bassichis’ Stella Bella Arabians were all honoured with smaller versions of the silver Breeder’s Cup for their achievements, fnishing just behind runner-up recipients Michael Weinstein, ean Edwards and Arturo ribe representing Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC, former winners of top honours. Most rewardingly, for the frst time in their many years of tireless involvement and unparalleled support for the Arabian breed, Cindy McGown and Mark Davis hoisted the original silver cup amongst their distinguished peers, claiming top honours as Breeders Cup trophy winners for Royal Arabians with a stellar line-up of horses shown.

With many options on the table for the World Cup as the decade progresses, the global community remains expectant and supremely confdent that the AHBA Board of Directors will guide this seminal international event into the future with insight, innovation and inspiration. Given all that the Arabian Breeders World Cup has already positively contributed to the breed and the industry to world over, we look forward to an extraordinary and no doubt transformative journey ahead

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: LARRY JEROME, JERLAND ARABIANS, represented by Moriah erome Fischer and her husband.

AMATEUR HANDLER OF EXCELLENCE: Amanda Pagan of Royal Arabians

World Cup

F UN WITH OUR A RABIAN HORSE F RIEND S

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C -INTERNATIONAL SHOW ARAB-EUROPE

22-23-24 APRIL 2023

Written by Sonia Smaldone

In 2023 the Travagliato Arabian Horse Festival made the news a er an eight-year absence from the circuit. Held in Travagliato, near Brescia, the event is organized by Azienda Territoriale Spa with the artistic direction provided by Arabian Horse Magazine, displaying some of the most beautiful and elegant Arabian horses from around the world. e Spring Festival is a celebration of the Arabian horse breed, and it is a platform for breeders, owners, trainers, etc., to showcase their animals right at the opening of the show season in Europe. And for horse lovers, an incredible opportunity to marvel at the sleek beauty, charisma, and athleticism of the horses. In reality, the Festival includes two different competitions, the C-International and the Arab-Europe event, with the same judging panel comprised of seven experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the industry: Mr Eric Gear (France), Mr Su an Taha Husseini (Israel), Mr Dr Abdelwahab Amira (United Arab Emirates), Mr Soheil Sanati (Iran), Mr Jonas Salzmann (Kuwait), Mr Maurizio Pavone (Italy), and Mrs Magdalena Helak (Poland). ese judges carefully evaluate each horse based on speci c criteria, such as conformation, movement, and breed standards. ey bring a wealth of expertise and credibility to the Festival, ensuring the highest level of fairness and integrity in the judging process of both competitions. e good conduct of the shows is a prerogative of the following DCs: Dr Laura Mascagna (Italy) and Mr Mario Bonomi (Italy). In his role of Ringmaster: Mr Roberto Ceccaroni (Italy). Show speaker: Mr Eric Blaak ( e Netherlands). Results by: Arabian Essence. O cial photographer: Mr Antonio Caracciolo (Italy). In a very festive and friendly atmosphe-

re, the morphology event has catalysed in Travagliato a wealth of European breeders but also a good number of famed breeding programs from the Middle East.

e C-International Show kicks o on April 22, 2023, and comes to an end on April 23, 2023, with the following winning horses:

In the YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP (Class YFC), Gold medal winner Balenciaga Scah (Emerald J x Amanthea Moniscione) bred and owned by Scah Arabians Srl Societa’ Agricola, and presented by handler Andrea Boscarino. Silver medal winner Cg Rania (Shanghai Ea x Cg Raye) bred and owned by Gallo A itto Carmelina, and presented by handler Cristian Franceschina. Bronze medal winner Doha By Shamira (Invictus x Shamira Ashiraf) bred and owned by Davide Rullo, and presented by handler Andrea Boscarino.

In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP (Class JFC), Gold medal winner D Leen (D Seraj x D Maha) bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, owned by Lubochnia Arabians, and presented by handler Paolo Capecci. Silver medal winner Grazia El Tini (Figaro x Nathalie El Tini) bred and owned by Gallmetzehujr Stefan, and presented by Elegantica Training Center. Bronze medal winner Giadaj (Al Pacino x Shangri) bred and owned Gianluca Iervolino, and presented by handler Zaniboni Roberto.

In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP (Class SMC), Gold medal winner D Rafa (Fa El Rasheem x Muranas Je Taime) bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, owned by Al Kinan Stud, and presented by handler Capecci Paolo. Silver medal winner Al Ahad (Shanghai Ea x Naama Della Vigna) bred by Pietro Infusino, owned by

Annunziata Luigi, and presented by handler Roberto Zaniboni. Bronze medal winner Al Junah (Aj Mardan x Aljuba) bred by Florio Arabians

- Sabato Florio, owned by Bayoumi El Khatib, and presented by handler Zaniboni Roberto.

In the YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP

(Class YCC), Gold medal winner Lr Anselmo (R Unique x Ll Almudena) bred by Las Rosas Estancia S.R.L, Uruguay, owned by Sheikh Alqaqa Bin Hamad Al ani and presented by handler Paolo Capecci. Silver medal winner Hermes

Scah (Marajj x Aalya Scah) bred and owned by Scah Arabians Srl Societa’ Agricola, and presented by handler Andrea Boscarino. Bronze medal winner Ha Gaetano (Hl El Ganador x Razan

Al Bidayer) bred by Hanaya Arabians, owned by Fontanella Magic Arabians, and presented by handler Andrea Dello Iacono. Ha Gaetano has also won by class score.

In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP

(Class JCC), Gold medal winner D Wannas (Fa El Rasheem x D Sayedah) bred by Dubai Arabian Stud, owned by Al Jood Stud, and presented by handler Paolo Capecci. Silver medal winner Sa Zatopek (Sa Faez Simbad x Sa Zein) bred and owned by Scipioni Angelo. Bronze medal winner Django Scah (Figaro x Asyah Scah) bred and owned by Scah Arabians Srl Societa’ Agricola, and presented by handler Andrea Boscarino.

In e SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP (Class SSC), Gold medal winner Vinci (Wadee Al Shaqab x Valencia Al Shaqab) bred by Bak Waldemar, owned by Albna Stud, and presented by handler Paolo Capecci. Silver medal winner Juss Angelo (Juss Perlito x Aj Angelina) bred by Shalimar Arabians, owned by Fontanella Magic Arabians, and presented by handler Andrea Dello Iacono. Bronze medal winner Cp Djuliano (Shanghai Ea x Cp Djulietta) bred by Zg Polte-Welbers U. Sponle – Germany, owned by Fontanella Magic Arabians, and presented by handler Andrea Dello Iacono. Cp Djuliano has also won by class score.

*Following the C-International Championship, all horses that have not won a title can enter the Arab-Europe Championship on April, 24, 2023 starting at 12:45 pm and ending in the evening with the following champions:

In the JUNIOR FILLIES ARAB EUROPE CHAMPIONSHIP (Class JFC AE), Gold medal winner Maissa De Rodet (Achilles Domitia x Abyss De Rodet) bred and owned by Gacon Denis, and presented by handler Scott Allman. Silver medal winner Ss Donna Summer (Ss Psychic Dar x Donna Diva) bred and owned by Stigler Stud of Irina Stigler – Italy, and presented by handler Mubusher Mohammad. Bronze medal winner Ledy Piccadilly (Piccadilly x Tamira By Christal) bred and owned by Scalvini

Maria Angiola, and presented by handler Roberto Zaniboni.

In the SENIOR MARES ARAB EUROPE CHAMPIONSHIP (Class SMC AE), Gold medal winner Grandezza (Empire x Gandahara) bred by Michalow Stud, owned by Stigler Stud, and presented by handler Mugasher Muhammad. Silver medal winner Miss Layla (Wictorino x Ga Rodanthi) bred and owned by E Gerovasileiou, and presented by handler Stefano Zaniboni. ere is no Bronze medal winner at this 2023 edition.

In the JUNIOR COLTS ARAB EUROPE CHAMPIONSHIP (Class JCC AE), Gold medal winner Sa Kareem (Naseem Al Rashediah x Sa Kamila) bred and owned by Scipioni Angelo, and presented by Elegantica Training Center. Silver medal winner Va Hector (R Farid x Va Lady Madhjra) bred and owned by Victor Arabians of Ranieri Mauro, and presented by handler Stefano Zaniboni. Bronze medal winner Aism Al Amir (Paronos Ka x Kosmetika) bred by De Caro Daniele, owned by Giovannoli Renato, and presented by Handler Zaniboni Roberto.

Senior STALLIONS ARAB EUROPE CHAMPIONSHIP (Class SSC AE), Gold medal winner Heracles Domitia (Styx Kalliste x Hg Sweet Fantasy) bred by Allman Flavie, owned by Allman Arabians - Domitia Farm. Silver medal winner Piccadilly (Ajman Moniscione x Shakira By Kir)

bred by Sparapan Amadio, owned by Scalvini Maria Angiola, and presented by Zaniboni Roberto. Bronze medal winner Bucefalo (Invictus x Jessica By Ewra) bred and owned by Az. Agr. Concari Cleimar, and presented by handler Cleimar Concari.

CONCLUSION…

In late spring 2023, the Travagliato Arabian Horse Festival made a triumphant comeback a er eight long years of absence. From the majestic beauty and grace of the Arabian horses to the colourful equestrian displays and heartfelt performances, this Festival has undoubtedly captured attendees’ hearts near and far. e line-up has also included a presentation of Horses for Sale, a Stallions Parade, Breeding Opportunities, and a Ridden Classes review. It was a true celebration of the Arabian horse and a testament to the dedication and hard work of all those who made it possible, the organizers - Azienda Servizi Territoriali Spa and Arabian Horse Magazine, all the Sponsors, and all those who generously supported the event. is Festival’s return marks a joyous occasion for all, reminding us of the power of perseverance and beauty within our equine friends. Here’s to many more years of stunning performances and unforgettable memories at the Travagliato Arabian Horse Festival!

Yearling Fillies

CG RANIA

SHANGHAI EA X CG RAYE

BREEDER: GALLO AFFLITTO CARMELINA

OWNER: GALLO AFFLITTO CARMELINA

BALENCIAGA SCAH

EMERALD J X AMANTHEA MONISCIONE

BREEDER: SCAH ARABIANS SRL SOCIETA’ AGRICOLA

OWNER: SCAH ARABIANS SRL SOCIETA’ AGRICOLA

DOHA BY SHAMIRA

INVICTUS X SHAMIRA ASHIRAF

BREEDER: DAVIDE RULLO

OWNER: DAVIDE RULLO

Yearling Colts

HERMES SCAH

MARAJJ X AALYA SCAH

BREEDER: SCAH ARABIANS SRL SOCIETA’ AGRICOLA

OWNER: SCAH ARABIANS SRL SOCIETA’ AGRICOLA

LR ANSELMO

RFI UNIQUE X LL ALMUDENA

BREEDER: LAS ROSAS ESTANCIA S.R.L, URUGUAY

OWNER: AL WAJBA STUD

HA GAETANO

HL EL GANADOR X RAZAN AL BIDAYER

BREEDER: HANAYA ARABIANS

OWNER: FONTANELLA MAGIC ARABIANS

Junior Fillies

GRAZIA EL TINI

FIGARO X NATHALIE EL TINI

BREEDER: GALLMETZER STEFAN

OWNER: GALLMETZER STEFAN

D LEEN

D SERAJ X D MAHA

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: LUBOCHNIA ARABIANS

GIADAJ

AL PACINO X SHANGRI

BREEDER: GIANLUCA IERVOLINO

OWNER: GIANLUCA IERVOLINO

Junior Colts

SA ZATOPEK

SA FAEZ SIMBAD X SA ZEIN

BREEDER: SCIPIONI ANGELO IMP.IND.

OWNER: SCIPIONI ANGELO IMP.IND.

D WANNAS

FA EL RASHEEM X D SAYEDAH

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: AL JOOD STUD

DJANGO SCAH

FIGARO X ASYAH SCAH

BREEDER: SCAH ARABIANS SRL SOCIETA’ AGRICOLA

OWNER: SCAH ARABIANS SRL SOCIETA’ AGRICOLA

Senior Mares

AL AHAD

SHANGHAI EA X NAAMA DELLA VIGNA

BREEDER: PIETRO INFUSINO

OWNER: ANNUNZIATA LUIGI

D RAFA

FA EL RASHEEM X MURANAS JE TAIME

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: ALKINAN STUD

AL JUNAH

AJ MARDAN X ALJUBA

BREEDER: FLORIO ARABIANS - SABATO FLORIO

OWNER: AJMAN STUD - BAYOUMI EL KHATIB

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JUSS PERLITO X AJ ANGELINA

BREEDER: SHALIMAR ARABIANS

OWNER: FONTANELLA MAGIC ARABIANS

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OWNER: ALBNA STUD

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SHANGHAI EA X CP DJULIETTA

BREEDER: ZG POLTE-WELBERS U. SPONLE

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Text by: William Richardot de Choisey & Guillaume de Cléry

Translation by: Sonia Smaldone

In the United Arab Emirates, the Butheeb International Endurance Village is world-renowned and included in the Butheeb Riding Academy geared towards young people between the ages of 10 and 21 for whom the various equestrian disciplines are dispensed, training many skilled riders then participating in national and international competitions at all levels, Jumping, Dressage, and Morphology. This program re-

mains the prominent work of patronage established for several decades by Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed al-Nahyan, the son of the Father of the Nation Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan. Since its creation in 1986, international equestrian endurance events of diferent levels have been organized annually on various continents. At BIEV, the quality of the local technical teams is highly professional in this sporting activity. And the vast de-

Photos by: Courtesy of the Organizers

sert of the Middle East ofers an ideal competition space, with facilities suitable for holding high-level competitions with 250 reception boxes and an Olympic riding arena. Following the postponement of September 2022 the competition near Verona, Italy., F.E.I did not hesitate to entrust the organization of the World Endurance Championship to Butheeb, located about an hour from Abu Dhabi, in a bearable climatic period on February 25, 2023.

Even though this type of equestrian competition is often criticized, it is widespread in all Middle Eastern countries. It has acquired the finest horses of the speciality in the world, bringing together the elite of competitors riding mainly Arabian horses. The announced routewas 160km divided into six loops on sometimes soft sand: 1st = 31 km / 2nd = 29.9 km / 3rd = 30 km / 4th = 29 km / 5th = 20.10 km / 6th = 20 km On an intense blue night pierced by AHM

hundreds of headlamps, the start was given at 5:45 a.m. to nearly 125 riders representing 37 nations, the most representative of the speciality. The strength of the horses put to the test under the burning sun of the desert became the subject of a very serious follow-up of the condition of the horses involved. For their obligatory recovery times, several sheltered areas with watering points, food, and provisions were precious allies to ensure that everything could allow the pursuit of rider-horse couples. Counting the initial number of entries finished the co etition 78 couples underwent elimination *44 for irregularities *24 for metabolic. t the end of the final ran ing the overall prize money amounted to nearly 545,000 USD, which was not negligible during events that qualified as orld ha ionshi s.

INDIVIDUAL RESULTS WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP

2023

1st Nasser bin Hamad Al-Khalifa

Bahrain 21 km/h

*Darco La Majorie, 2013 chestnut

gelding

OWNER ROYAL ENDURANCE

TEAM

2nd Salem Hamad Malhoof

Al- Kitbi – U.a.e

20,3 km/h

*Haleh, 2011 female, chestnut

OWNER M7 ENDURANCE

STABLES

3rd Jaume Punti Dachs – Spain

20,2 km/h *Echo Falls

CLASSIFICATION BY TEAM

Gold medal Bahrain Team Nasser

bin Hamad al-Khalifa

Hassa Jaafar Merza Abdulnabi

Mohammad Abdulrahman al-Zayed

Silver medal France Team Virginie

Atger

Vincent Gaudriot

Hot Clementine

Bronze medal

Portugal Team

Leonor Moreira

Ana Margarida

Candido Costa

Ana Barba.

Text by: William Richardot de Choisey & Waleed al-Riyah

In this new Saudi Eldorado promoting multiple activities supervised by the Royal Commission (RCU) inside this Governorate, the event is held under the kind Patronage of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud who launched with great pomp the Al-Ula Camel Cup 2023 that will crown the winner with the title of “Champion of Champions” with jaw-dropping prize money of SAR 80 million, the highest prize money in the world. For the thirty-four million inhabitants spread over the broadest land territory of the Middle East, the region of Al-Ula located in the province of Medina in the north-west is at the heart

of an unparalleled development plan, de ned with the label Vision 2030 whereby the Crown Prince allows an international opening of the country, declaring with no hesitation that all the Middle Eastern countries would be the future of the world - during a recent Press Conference. e proactive opening for a new major tourist destination, the maintenance of the organization of the Grand Prix Formula 1, the Saudi Arabian Cycling Tour, and the Polo Tournaments - without obscuring a large set of existing equestrian activities - are part of an ambitious project that will be proposed by Saudi Arabia shortly, to put an end to the world diaspora of Arabian horse breeders. Already

Translation by: Sonia Smaldone

Photos by: Courtesy of the Organizers & Saudi Camel Federation

of the Saudi Camel Federation, the programming of the Camel Cup 2023 is to date in this region of the world the pinnacle of camel racing through sessions including awards amounting to nearly 7.5 million Riyals. During those four day-races, to get an idea of the importance of the event, the market value exceeds one billion riyals, and 459 of the most expensive camels in the world qualify during the 16 rounds of selection. It is necessary to consider the intrinsic value of an elite of camels participating in Al-Ula Camel Cup 2023, estimated at nearly 3 million Riyals, while the global dotation for the Camel Cup 2023 is estimated at 13 million Euros!

* e 1st day is dedicated to the camel ‘marathon’ race ridden by human jockeys performing six laps of 4 km.

* e 2nd day is open to camels ‘legaya’ aged 2 & 3 years - two rounds of 5 km ridden by robots.

* e 3rd day is open to camels ‘jiza’ aged 3 & 4 years old - two rounds of 6km ridden by automated races - Open to camels ‘thanaya’ aged 6 years old and over – two rounds of 8 km ridden by robots.

* e 4th day is open to camels ‘heil’ aged 5 & 6 years old – two rounds of 8 km with robots - Open to camels ‘zmoul’ aged 5 & 6 years old - two rounds of 8 km with robots. e category of 6-year-old female camelids covers a distance of 8 kilometres, and the males of

in 2023, we can witness a signi cant and rich outbreak of breeding competitions throughout the country, thereby fuelling a strident and real rivalry with their Pharaonic installations. e background for these breeding competitions is undeniably linked to the necessary quali cation of Arabian horses to participate in the World Arabian Horses Championships (created in 1980 in Paris by the Agence Française du Cheval Arab) that will take place in Qatar in December 2023. us, on the same African continent, even if the nancial means are not an obstacle to the owners of the Middle East, it will no longer be necessary to make trips at great expense to go to Europe. e Old Continent will no longer be able to ght under similar nancial conditions and sumptuous infrastructures. Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar have taken control of the entire Arabian horse industry. Already placed in a successful operation, the attractiveness of the Saudi Kingdom has un-

doubtedly drawn the most beautiful specimens in the marvellous jewel of Al-Ula, which testi es to more than 7000 years of history with its red sandstone necropolises from the ancient Nabataean Empire, near Hegra. e horse is one of the foundations of the Al-Ula project, particularly the oldest purebred Arabian horse breed. By undertaking projects, it may re-discover its cradle of origin, closely associated with Saudi Arabia’s history, including the main Bedouin tribes of Nedj, who have developed a visceral passion for the ‘khamsa koheilet’ Muhammad granted them. Going back to the prestigious manifestations of Al-Ula, we should be aware that camel races and falconry competitions are deeply rooted in the hearts of all the Arab populations throughout the Middle East. In the United Arab Emirates, it is combined devotion to following the races every week. In the spirit of tradition that animates the essence of the Saudi people, with the support

the same age cover the same distance. e camel racetrack covers 20 square kilometres in total, with ve rounds. Local veterinarians are on hand to monitor camels’ welfare a er each race by closely monitoring them. ere are times when the speed reaches 35,543 kilometres per hour.

e brave winners were two brothers representing the United Arab Emirates:

* Hamad Ghadeer al-Katbi with Mubher

*Saeed Rashid Hamad Ghadeer al-Katbi with Fabrakah. Although very accustomed to these camelid ra-

cing meetings in the U.A.E., the two brothers nevertheless declared that the Organization in Saudi Arabia was a beautiful sister country, warm in their hospitality and with the enormous generosity of the endowments. e Trophy Cups in 24-carat gold got assigned in the presence of the American Actor Will Smith and his friend, U.S. music producer Swizz Beatz, recent winner of the U.S. Grammy Awards. In conclusion, Mr Amr al-Madani, CEO of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula, concluded that the innovation of the 2023 Al-Ula Camel Cup

should be considered as the World Cup of the speciality since it has always been one the noblest sports traditions in the history of Saudi people.

e nishing part is held at night at the purpose-built Heritage Village with happy cra ers displaying their works, the Saudi super-star singer Rabeh Saqer singing the hits Ya Nashem al-Lail / Maghoura & Montaha Alreqa. A ceremony that leaves beautiful memories for all the attendants. On this occasion, Mr Ziyad al-Suhaibani, sports Director of Al-Ula activities, said Saudi Arabia, in this region steeped in history, will deve-

lop as a global destination for many sporting events shortly, the presence of 9,000 permanent visitors is a strong guarantee for success.

All results by: Saudi Camel Federation

Written by Domernico Tocchi - Translated by Sonia Smaldone

In November 1973, two couples, Mr Rick and Mrs Ann Heber, of Ranchara Arabians, Merrimac, Wisconsin, and Mr Bill and Mrs Janet Lowe, of Lowe Arabians, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, ew to airo Egypt, to buy some of the horses bred by the Egyptian Agricultural Organisation (E.A.O.) at El Zahraa Stud. The story about the purchase of the Hadban Enzahi stallion Farazdac (23.02.196628.02.2001) (Alaa El Din x Farasha) began when in 1974, he was imported to America. This was one of those trials and tribulations-packed events that pigeonholed the importations of horses from the land of the Pyramids into the U.S.A. The two couples spent al ost f e ont s and ade nearl eig t tri s to Egypt to buy Farazdac, and the experience was stressful, at times frightening, and pricey. The main actors of this adventure were breeders and importers of Straight Egyptian Arabian Horses who wanted to acquire more horses. The Hebers started their breeding program with two mares and one stallion, imported from Egypt in 1972: the stallion Darrag (06.04.1970)

(Tuhotmos x Nagda by oraf t e ares in (28.07.1971) (Anter x Abla by Nazeer), a full sister of the exquisite mare Adaweya (24.03.1970) and Gazebeya (09.04.1970) (Nasralla x Hagir by El Sareei), maternal sister of the stallion Akhtal (05.03.1968) by Amrulla. Five more mares and three stallions purchased at El Zahraa Stud in 1973 were added to the above breeding

stock. The mares were:

Makarem (04.12.1972)

(Ibn Hamama x Manaya by Alaa El Din x Moniet El Nefous); Masarra (20.04.1972)

(Tuhotmos x Bint El Nil by Anter), a full sister of the stallion Kasr El Nil (15.05.1971); Mervat (16.05.1972)

(Galal x Rabaa by Nasralla); Sawra (23.07.1972) (Waseem x Nagdia by Nazeer), a full sister of the great Malekat El Gamal (25.12.1968); Thawra (23.07.1972-25.08.1997) (Sultan x Rawayeh by Alaa El Din), maternal sister of the stallion El Mareekh (23.02.1975) by Aseel. The stallions of this group were: Hedar (12.01.1968) (Amrulla x Mahmouda by Beshier); Moatasim (21.07.1972-1985) (Sultan x ea at oraf a alter a ion in se eral Regional tournaments, and Tuhotmos (14.10.19621991) (El Sareei x Moniet El Nefous by Shahloul). The latter was co-owned with the Lowes. Mr Bill and Mrs Janet Lowe became Straight Egyptian Arabian Horses breeders through their search for an outcross stallion for their pool of mares, predominantly daughters of Aramus (1962) (Naborr x Amneris by Amurath Sahib). This stallion was bred at Michalów State Stud, Poland, where he had been named Aramis and imported in 1967 in partnership with Janet’s parents: Mr Lloyd and Mrs Evelyn Burton, of Burton Arabian Farm, Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Aramus was a prized subject that won an titles as t e anadian ational o en tallion anadian ational a ion Stallion, 1970 U.S. National Top Ten Formal Driving, ational a ion or al ri ing and was awarded the Legion of Honour. The decision was

made after seeing the positive result of the crossing of those mares with the Straight Egyptian stallions Ramses Fayek (02.02.1958) (Nazeer x Faysa II), Ansata Ibn Sudan (01.07.1965-09.03.1987) (Ansata Ibn Halima x Ansata Bint Mabrouka), Saroukh (15.04.1968) (Ibn Maisa x Set El Dar) and Tuhotmos. When the Hebers and Lowes went to Egypt at the end o t e also took so e fllies and a olt besides Farazdac to complete the purchase, and all were imported in 1974 with the stallion. Mr Rick and rs nn e er o g t t e fll a ees

17.06.1986) (Karoon x Looza by Anter), maternal sister of the stallion Ibn Akhtal (04.05.1979) by Akhtal, and the colt Zaki (31.08.1972) (Tuhotmos x Zeinah by Sultan). Instead, Mr Bill and Mrs Janet owe r ased t e fllies egra

(Alaa El Din x Hagir by El Sareei), maternal sister of the stallion Akhtal (05.03.1968), and Takwa (28.06.1973) (Aseel x Rawayeh by Alaa El Din), full sister of the stallion El Mareekh (23.02.1975) to start the production of Straight Egyptian Arabian Horses on their farms. Farazdac had not yet turned seven w en r e er frst saw i t was one o t e ew

horses E.A.O. had leased for racing. His racing career got sponsored for several years by Madam Wegdan el Barbary, owner of Shams El Asil Stud farm, one of the few private studs in Egypt at the time. Farazdac won is frst t ree ra es in l ding one i tor w ere e beat a top racehorse. This fact was evoked by Danni el Barbary, who said: “He was not good enough to win, he was not ready for the race either, but he ran with all his heart and won”!

Due to his racing career, Farazdac did not produce many foals, also because he got shipped to one of the E.A.O. stallion depots before his return to El Zahraa. But the foals Mr Heber had seen were outstanding, so the Hebers and Lowes decided to purchase the stallion together. Much to their disappointment, the two couples were not allowed through customs into Egypt as the nation was then in the throes of what is known as the October War. Therefore, the breeders had to change their plans. The Lowes and Mrs Ann

Heber went to Lebanon and Jordan to study Arabian horses in those countries. While Mr Rick Heber, a consultant to the Egyptian Minister of Health and Social Affairs, turned to the Egyptian Embassy in o en agen en ark to tr to arrange entr into Egypt. While the others were visiting the horses at the Jordanian Royal Palace, with Israeli jets and return fre s aking t e gro nd eneat t e r i k e er was gi en a ass wit a s e ial isa to enter airo thanks to his embassy connections.

I was only a boy, but I remember that period quite well. My parents travelled to Israel and later wanted to enter Egypt through another Arab state. But since they had Israeli visas on their passports, they couldn’t go e war ad st ended airo was in la ko t United Nations troops took up positions to oversee t e ease fre and o and settled at t e ilton Hotel. Mr Heber’s mission in Egypt was to meet and

possibly purchase Farazdac. His wife had seen the stallion in El Zahraa about a year earlier. She had judged Farazdac the perfect outcross for Tuhotmos’ progeny. Farazdac was considered one of the most valuable stallions of El Zahraa in his time. The negotiations for him were delicate and timeconsuming. Eventually, the deal was made with the highest price ever paid for an Egyptian stallion up to that point. However, they will later discover that the purchase of Farazdac was to be the easiest part of the affair. Following the purchase of the stallion by the Hebers and the Lowes, Farazdac had to be imported, wit t e olt and t e t ree fllies w i were to e part of the same shipment. To help speed up the i ortation r ill owe landed in airo in t e middle of the night of January 1, 1974. He was cold and s i ering a ter a o r ig t a er n o orta le lane oreo er airo ir ort sed to be the creepiest place in the world at night, but this

and Mr Lowe also returned home. The test results were slowly coming, so Mr Lowe ew a k to airo to pay for the horses

t inking e er t ing was fne t a ter t e a ent Mrs Janet Lowe phoned her husband in Egypt to tell him that Farazdac had tested positive for piroplasmosis. This scared Mr Lowe to death, but his money worries were groundless, as the E.A.O. refunded him until Farazdac passed a further test, so the deal was resumed. Due to post-war bans, cargo airlines o ld not take o ro airo so ara da and the other horses of the import had to be taken to the nearest airport in Beirut. Mr Heber arranged for boat transportation from Alexandria to Beirut before leaving Egypt. Then, the man travelled there to deal wit e anese o f ials n t at re ario s and complicated political situation, the Head of the Agriculture Department made an ad hoc concession to allow the horses customs clearance. Unfortunately, the E.A.O. did not possess a vehicle to transport the

time Mr Bill got through customs with no problems. n t e orning ad oro ki a ent nglis speaking taxi driver who will become a precious contact in Egypt, drove Mr Lowe to E.A.O. Mr Lowe was t e frst isitor to sign in t e g est ook in t e last nine months. The Egyptian newspapers were already talking about the event, and the article about the sale of Farazdac was on the front page. The stallion was described as the most prominent horse ever sold in Egypt. Ahmad Sorouki let everyone he met know that he was driving the buyer of the famous horse, so Mr Lowe found himself a guest of honour at restaurants and something of a celebrity in many circumstances. ow t e frst t ing to do was to arrange a lood test for Farazdac. The E.A.O. horses were normally not infected with piroplasmosis. But, since Farazdac had spent time at the racetrack, he required a blood test. The sample was sent to a laboratory in the U.S.A.,

horses. This was the frst o li ation so a private means had to be found for a 100mile transport to Alexandria. The horses had to wait for a long time. Meanwhile, Mr Lowe had been cheated by the ticket seller when paying for the transport. The payment should have been made to the ship’s captain. Mr Lowe learned about the scam from a particular local black man, who would sit in a resta rant all da and owned a e rolet t e only one in town and the pride of Alexandria. While the hassles in airo and le andria were unravelled, Mr Heber was in Beirut. When the horses eventually got there, he was waiting at the dock, and helped unload them. Again, there was no ground transportation available. The two partners spent all night walking around downtown eir t wit t e f e orses n t e end t e horses found shelter in an empty structure. By the eginning o ril t e ani als wo ld a e own to New York via Frankfurt, Stockholm, and Amsterdam. When Farazdac arrived in New York, Mr and Mrs Lowe were awaiting the result of his third blood test with bated breath. They felt so much relieved when Farazdac tested negative for piroplasmosis once again l ost f e months after Mr Heber ad frst seen ara da at El Zahraa, the

stallion arrived in Wisconsin by mid-April. Farazdac went to Ranchara Arabians for the 1974 breeding season. Under co-ownership, he and Tuhotmos took turns in the breeding season between Ranchara Arabians and Lowe Arabians. The Lowes and Hebers strongly believed in combining Farazdac bloodlines with Tuhotmos. They truly believed they could achieve their goal: the closest production to the authentic Arabian Desert Horse type, with extreme refne ent wir wit ar onio s lines and a ro d trot. Farazdac’s pedigree displays names that delight any Straight Egyptian Arabian Horses breeder: Nazeer (09.08.193407.06.1960) and Sid Abouhom (02.03.1936-1963) are his grandparents; Shahloul (23.06.1931), Mansour (19.04.1921-1940), Sheikh El Arab (17.01.19331945) and El Deree (c.1920), his great-grandparents. Then, we fnd a il anial (04.15.1912-1928), Mabrouk Manial (1912-1933), Ibn Rabdan (05.17.1917-1944) and Rabdan El Azrak (1897). Farazdac’s sire, the Kuhaylan Rodan Alaa El Din (25.02.1956) (Nazeer x Kateefa by Shahloul), is the sire of 20 specimens imported into the U.S.A., placing himself in fourth place among the sires of American imports from Egypt. Alaa El Din was an excellent horse in Egyptian racing and is known as the sire of many champions. I won’t dwell on this incredible stallion that was crucial in selecting El Zahraa horses. I thoroughly wrote about him in the chapter “The Sons of Nazeer in Egypt”. Farazdac’s dam is the grey Farasha (20.02.19511967), daughter of the Dahman Shahwan stallion, Sid Abouhom (02.03.1936-

1963) (El Deree x Layla by Ibn Rabdan), an exceptional racehorse who was brought back to Kafr Farouk, Egypt, by General Pettko von Szandtner after many years of leasing. Among the most prominent and noble foundation stallions of the Royal Agriculture o iet frst and O a ter t e gre id Abouhom was a majestic stallion with high withers and a beautiful, well-set and long-arched neck. His back was supple, and he had slightly strong loins, a good croup with a high tail carriage, chest of medium widt oderatel dee and s f ientl road Despite some little faults, his legs were good, with big strong hocks which he promptly passed on to his progeny, with incredible movement and elegant gaits. Sid Abouhom had a noble head, well-set expressive eyes and small pointed ears. Farasha was a mare of great signif an e and s e rod ed rolif all e bore the chestnut Faleh (12.03.1967-20.07.1987), a full brother to Farazdac, imported into the country in 1968 by Gleannloch Farms, Spring (Houston), Texas. Faleh was an imposing chestnut stallion, and he stood statuesque. In his career, he was twice U.S. National a ion in ati e ost e on e eser e o Ten English Pleasure and U.S. Top Ten Side Saddle. Faleh won a challenging 100-mile race and he

received the “Legion of Merit”. He got also known for being an excellent sire and producing racing champions. Farasha is also the dam of one of the E.A.O. leading stallions, the chestnut Galal (21.08.1959), the youngest son of Nazeer (09.08.1934-07.06.1960) (Mansour x Bint Samiha). I have extensively written about Galal in the chapter “The Sons of Nazeer in Egypt”. Farasha’s dam was the grey mare Yosreia (09.02.1943) (Sheikh El Arab x Hind by Ibn Rabdan). She was one of the top mares of the E.A.O. She became famous for producing topquality mares and stallions of the calibre of Raafat (Aswan) (13.03.1958-1984) by Nazeer. Raafat got sold to Russia in 1963 as a state gift from the Egyptian

Government, lived in Russia for many years and became one of the best Tersk Stud stallions, leaving a remarkable progeny. The foremother of Farasha’s family is the Hadba Enzahiya mare Bint Hadba El Saghira, a chestnut female born on February 22, 1912, in Kubba Stables of Khedive

Abbas Pasha Hilmi II and purchased on February 6, 1914, by R.A.S. (Royal Agricultural Society), where she remained until 1931, the year of her death. Yosreia comes from the dark bay mare Hind (26.10.1929) (Ibn Rabdan x Bint Rustem). She is one of the most beautiful daughters of Sheikh El Arab (17.01.1933-1945) (Mansour x Bint Sabah), with a good size, very symbolic of this family, and grandmother of Farazdac. I will stop here as this family has been readily discussed in previous chapters. As soon as Farazdac arrived in America, he was campaigned for and featured in the Nefer-sus Stallion Parade, the annual “Arabian Holiday Weekend” show held in Madison, Wisconsin, in the mid-1970s. That news caused a sensation, and several people popped around Farazdac’s stables. Mr Bill Lowe would already envision Farazdac as a ational a ion i t e orse regained weig t a ter spending time in the U.S.A. Unfortunately, the stallion had not gained weight due to the intense breeding season. Farazdac’s breeding fee was $1,500 or is frst ear and e e a e instantl a o s as a sire, with 32 of his foals registered in 1975. The following year he produced 61 foals (his record high), then 45 in 1977, and 36 in 1978. The Heber-Lowe partnership on Tuhotmos and Farazdac ended in

1978, so Farazdac became the sole property of Lowe Arabians. In 1978 the Lowes had four years of nomadic lifestyle and gradually moved about 75 horses to a 5,000-acre ranch and leased another 17,000 a res near anon it olorado e st nning ran setting at a high altitude suited Farazdac better. He was calmer and more relaxed, retaining his ideal weight during the breeding season, and Mr Lowe could eventually show him at age 17. A four-time rand a ion one ti e eser e rand a ion re e a ion and o r ti e ost lassi Farazdac won it all. He was more than just a show champion. The former Egyptian star was a champion on the track as well. Farazdac won three times, came in se ond f e ti es and fnis ed t ird eig t ti es o t of sixteen races in total. Additionally, the Lowes set up a three-times-per-week saddle training program for him. The stallion was always exercised and was occasionally ridden by family members. In the United States, at that time, Straight Egyptian stallions covered mares of different bloodlines, so few pure Egyptian foals were produced. Also, the Lowes covered some of their 20 daughters by Farazdac, whose consanguinity issues were present, with the dark bay Shah El Sun ara da ina a f a aik Al Badi x Negmaa), and the stallion Emblazon (1974) (Bask x Halali Etherial (1965) by El Mudir) in 1984,

thus reverting to the Egyptian-Polish cross the Lowes ad frst done wit ra s s da g ters t e Lowes had already had about 30 champion offspring ara da in l ding one ational a ion ese also in l ded at ra e winners and end ran e race winners. In Egypt, Farazdac’s daughter, Fayrooz (11.03.1965) by Mouna, won one, placed 2nd twice, and rd twi e o t o f e ra es arried o t nder t e name of Haydy. Another son, Kased Kheir (02.03.1965 by Sherifa), won three races, placed 2nd three times, and 3rd twice out of eight races, nicknamed Pepsi ola en in t e we fnd sons ara da who have particularly distinguished themselves: Morazdac (1976-1977) x Blue Moriah (1970) by Halali Navy Blue), owned by Louise Riedel, of e owa e a e t e a ion o t e er idwest nd ran e and o etiti e ide sso iation in 1981 and 1983 and was Top Ten in 1982 and 1984. Morazdac and Mrs Louise Riedel completed 63 races, and the duet totalled 1,042 miles in competition with frst la e fnis es and o i awards n Morazdac became an IAHA Top Ten Endurance fnis er wit total iles it o er iles o racing at his credit, the stallion kept himself perfectly healthy. Among the Halter winners, let me mention ara i ene ara da i o lene (1971) by Gay Rouge), a beautiful grey mare with a

lot of charisma, bred by Rick and Ann Heber, who, from her dam line, came from the Seglawieh Jedranieh Ibn Soudan mare, Hamida (06.04.1929)

(Nasr x Mahroussa) bred by H.R.H. Prince o a ed li ewfk at anial t d oda sland Egypt. In the Spring of 1932, Hamida was purchased by Mr William Robinson Brown through his Agent and Manager, Mr Jack Humphrey and taken to Maynesboro Stud in Berlin, New Hampshire. Unluckily, even though Fara MiLene came from TheRoyal Egyptian Stud ar ra et and Polish blood had also been introduced to her dam line, so the mare cannot be defned as traig t Egyptian. Mr Al and Mrs Lisa Underwood of a e irardea Missouri, met Fara Mi-Lene at Ranchara Arabians in Wisconsin when she was four weeks old. It was love at frst sig t or t e o le s a res lt r l Underwood bought Fara Mi-Lene for his wife’s

irt da a ter t e fll oal ad een weaned eir daughter, Kathy, trained the mare, taking her to the nior egional a ions i s and t e ost lassi o etitions ntil r a id ardner noti ed er potential. Hence, Fara Mi-Lene won the U.S. National Top Ten Mare title with him in 1983. In the Straight Egyptian line, one of the most critical daughters by Farazdac is Fasarra (1980) out of Masarra (20.04.1972) (Tuhotmos x Bint El Nil by Anter), a great-granddaughter of Yosreia that was bred in El Zahraa, Egypt, and imported to the U.S.A. by Rick and Ann Heber of Ranchara Arabians in 1973. I must remind you that Fasarra was also the dam of the stallion Richter MH (17.01.1994) by El Halimaar (12.02.198015.07.2002) (Ansata Ibn Halima x RDM Maar ala red r ose r an o laken o os Osos ali ornia ter eing sold to o nt ederi o i ssen in rgentina in 2000, Richter MH was last owned by Sheikh Khaled Ahmed Bagedo of Al Khaled Farm in Saudi Arabia. When Farazdac got to the U.S.A. with an affordable breeding fee of $1,500 and much hype, he became in high demand. In addition to the offspring left in Egypt, 305 foals have been registered from volumes 29 to 46. This places him 22nd in the world rankings o t e ost i ortant and rolif all ti e stallions Even when Farazdac’s ownership was solely with Mr and Mrs Lowe, the stallion continued covering many mares. In fact, in the breeding season, he covered about 55 mares at Lowe Arabians, despite the breeding fee being $2,500. Unfortunately, only 81 of his foals were Straight Egyptians. The Lowes owned about 100 horses, but Farazdac always held a special place in their hearts. Their perception of Arabian Horses got shaped by him. Farazdac was unexpectedly sold without anyone being able to imagine it. The E.A.O. breeding program had envisaged that the stallion should remain in El Zahraa for many years to continue his production. So, when Farasha’s son left for the U.S.A., his progeny in g t onsisted o a s all n er s fnding

an heir who could adequately represent Farazdac’s loodline e a e a signif ant iss e e oi e ell on an attractive colt born after Farazdac had left for North America, so in El Zahraa, the grey Ikhnatoon (26.10.1974) (Farazdac x Bint Om El Saad) was going to succeed his sire. As he grew, the foal became a majestic stallion and would prove to be one of the most positively impacted stallions in the E.A.O. breeding programme by the end of his career. Sired by Farazdac and out of the grey mare Bint Om El Saad (20.02.1958) (Nazeer x Om El Saad (01.12.1945) by Shahloul), Ikhnatoon became a prominent stallion for the E.A.O. His precious bloodline was Kuhaylah Ajuz Ibn Rodan, coming from the family of the mare Bint Rissala (Razieh) (1920-1946) (Ibn Yashmak x Risala). However, I won’t dwell on this family because I have described it extensively in the chapter about Serenity Sonbolah (03.03.1967) (Sameh x Bint Om El Saad). n t e s er o r ess odson lis ed his complex D.N.A. study to determine the reliability of the dam lines in the E.A.O. breeding program. The result showed that Venus, Rodania DB (1869), Hind O e an el eif one aklawie and Bint Karima (19.05.1935) (Rasheed x Karima) shared the same Haplotype, pointing to a single common ancestress in these four foundation families. In light of this study, it is interesting to note that Ikhnatoon’s family descended from Rodania, as did his paternal great-grandsire Alaa El Din. Furthermore, Ikhnatoon has twice Nazeer who descends from Venus, once as the sire of Alaa El Din from the sireline; and once as the sire of Bint Om El Saad from the dam line. Therefore, Ikhnatoon has the same female progenitor four times, strengthening this bloodline even further. Two bloodlines are found in the female branch and two in the male branch. This genetic peculiarity has indeed contributed to making Ikhnatoon an exceptional sire. In El Zahraa, Ikhnatoon left extraordinary stallions such as Mohab (20.12.1984) and Adawy (20.02.1982), both out of the mare Adaweya (24.03.1970) (Anter x Abla), and Adl

(10.03.1982-17.09.2009) out of the mare Enayah (25.03.1976) (Nawaf x Adaweya), as well as some male specimens that went to produce in the U.S.A., Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. In any case, Ikhnatoon had a remarkable impact at El Zahraa through the beautiful daughters he sired. He was not an easy stallion to breed, and the most suitable mares had to be carefully selected.

If we then analyze the outcomes, we can say that Ikhnatoon produced best with mares that did not have Nazeer in their pedigree, such as the grey Kot El Koloob (28.01.1985)

(Ikhnatoon x Ghadeer 21.05.1970 by Anter) or the bay Ifrag (15.03.1983)

(Ikhnatoon x Amoura I 16.08.1965 by

Nasralla). In other chapters, I have already talked about the daughters of Ikhnatoon. I also wrote about his son Adl, considered his true heir. To demonstrate how Ikhnatoon’s genetics got perpetuated in the generations, let me mention once again the outstanding Tee (23.03.1995-25.02.2020) (Adl x Bint Ibtsam), a legendary mare who produced the compelling El Zahraa stallion, Tagweed (2004-March 2018) by Gad Allah (20.05.1983) (Adeeb x Omnia). Another prestigious daughter by Adl was Zaghroudat AlBadeia (07.10.1994) out of Kamar AlBadeia (20.03.1978) (Kayed x Naeema), who produced the stunning champion for AlBadeia Stud Farm in Giza, Isaad AlBadeia (20.04.1999) by Gaafar AlBadeia (1995) (Imperial Madori x Gawaher AlBadeia). A ational a ion are w o won an alter championships in Egypt and Europe between 2003 and 2004. Like, for instance, the Top Ten World a ion ares title at t e alon d e al in aris in 2003. A heavily built stallion, Ikhnatoon closely resembled the phenotype of powerful horses such as El Deree (c.1920) and his son Sid Abouhom, both pedigreed through his dam Farasha. Ikhnatoon was a stallion of incredible temperament, personality and presence, conveying great power and strength. His build had large side diameters, both front and rear. o ared to t e standard o is grandsire t e ig l refned laa l in k natoon a eared slig tl heavy in bone structure. However, he had a nice, well-set neck with a good mitbah, good length and in harmony with the rest of the body. He was a stallion

with good depth of shoulders and high withers. His top line was slightly long and supple, his loins moderately strong. Ikhnatoon had a solid croup with an excellent tail set-up. His powerful movement covered a lot of ground and had a suspension in the air, which made it a ear as i e were oating a o e t e gro nd t was oetr in otion e ad a er refned ead not er s ort and a fne elegant le alt o g his eyes were a little high. The eyes were perhaps his only fault. There was sometimes something lacking in his progeny as well, in terms of eye positioning and size. Nevertheless, despite these unwanted little faults, Ikhnatoon had the great credit of generating many positive characteristics, including siring grey foals with no white marks and with four strong black hooves. I think Ikhnatoon’s great personality was why he endeared himself to so many people. Not only was he unforgettable, but he embodied all that was good about Egypt, inspiring Egyptians to celebrate their culture, heritage, and history with the same pride Ikhnatoos displayed. I will close this chapter with a quote from Dr Ibrahim Zaghloul, former Director General of E.A.O.

“And for me, there is always Ikhnatoon. He had a presence and character like no other stallion I have known e da o t at frst s ow in l a raa w en had to announce that he had passed away, that morning was something that does not leave me even now.” Dr Ibrahim Zaghloul.

CAPTIONS

1)Farazdac Feb.23.1966-Feb.28.2001(Alaa El Din x Farasha). Bred by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. Imported to USA in 1974 by Mr. Rick & Mrs. Ann Heber, Ranchara Arabians, Merrimac, Wisconsin and Mr. Bill & Mrs. Janet Lowe, Lowe Arabians, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. Sire of 417 registered purebred Arabians.

2)Maximum 1976(Farazdac x awra 1972-1997 by Sultan x Rawayeh). Stallion bred by Mr. Bill & Janet Lowe, Lowe Arabians, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. Owned by Dr. and Mrs. Marvin L. Ginsburg, Desert Winds Arabians, Anchor Ranch, Azalea, Oregon.

3)AK Bint Takwa 1980(Ibn Moniet El Nefous x Takwa 1973 by Aseel x Rawayeh). Bred by Jarrell McCracken, Bentwood Farms. Waco, Texas.

4)Farazdac Feb.23.1966-Feb.28.2001(Alaa El Din x Farasha) in Egypt. Bred by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. Imported to USA in 1974 by Mr. Rick & Mrs. Ann Heber, Ranchara Arabians, Merrimac, Wisconsin and Mr. Bill & Mrs. Janet Lowe, Lowe Arabians, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. Sire of 417 registered purebred Arabians.

5)Farasha Feb.20.1951-1967(Sid Abouhom x Yosreia Feb.9.1943 by Sheikh El Arab x Hind). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt.

6)Faleh Mar.12.1967-July.20.1987(Alaa El Din x Farasha). Bred by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo Egypt. Imported in USA in 1968 by Mrs. Margaret & Mr. Douglas B. Marshall, Gleannloch Farms, Spring (Houston), Texas.

7)Shah El Sun 1982(Farazdac x Ruminaja A fa 1976 Shaikh Al Badi x Nagmaa). Bred by Harold Dykstra, USA. A Champion sire.

8)Cid Farouk 1980(Farazdac x Ruminaja A fa 1976 by Shaikh Al Badi x Nagmaa). Bred by Harold Dykstra, USA. Owned by Mrs. & Mr. Leslie R. Gonda, Arcourt Arabians, Grand Rapid, Ohio.

9)Shafali (2002). Sire: Cid Farouk 1980(Farazdac x Ruminaja A fa 1976 by Shaikh Al Badi). Dam: Firiha Shaba 1997(Sevenfourty Seven x Bint Firih 1985 by Imperial Inzaar x AK Bint Firih). Bred by L. M. Stutts, USA.

10)Chateau La te 1980-1992(Tuhotmos x Farazdac’s Wish by Farazdac). Egyptian Related stallion. Owned by Beverly & Dave Cole, Baraboo, Wisconsin. Undefeated Champion in Pleasure Driving & English Pleasure.

11) Desert Charisma 1977(Farazdac x Iziza 1970 by Ibn ha za x Izees). Her dam Iziza was bred by Mr. Sayed Marei, AlBadeia Stud, Giza, Egypt and impported in utero in USA in 1969 by Mr. Jack W. Walters, Arkansas.

12) Hadaya Farazdimar 1983(Farazdac x Hadaya Sudanaara 1976 by Ansata Ibn Sudan x Imaara). Stallion from Maaroufa family. Bred by Mrs. Marianne & Mr. John Hacklander, Hadaya Arabians, Janesville, Wisconsin.

13)Richter MH Jan.17.1994(El Halimaar x Fasarra 1980 by Farazdac x Masarra) in 1997. Bred by Dr. Joseph A. Cruz, Rancho Bulakenyo, Los Osos, California. Sold in 2000 to Count Federico A. Zichy- yssen. Last Owner:

Sheikh Khaled Ahmed Bagedo, Al Khaled Farm, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

14) Farazdac Feb.23.1966-Feb.28.2001(Alaa El Din x Farasha). Bred by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. Imported to USA in 1974 by Mr. Rick & Mrs. Ann Heber, Ranchara Arabians, Merrimac, Wisconsin and Mr. Bill & Mrs. Janet Lowe, Lowe Arabians, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. Sire of 417 registered purebred Arabians.

15) Ikhnatoon Oct.26.1974 (Farazdac x Bint Om El Saad Feb.20.1958 by Nazeer x Om El Saad). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt.

16) Bint Om El Saad Feb.20.1958(Nazeer x Om El Saad Dec.1.1945 by Shahloul). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt.

17)Adawy Feb.20.1982(Ikhnatoon x Adaweya). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt.

18) Adl Mar.10.1982-Sept.17.2009(Ikhnatoon x Enayah). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt.

19) Badr Mar.3.1980(Ikhnatoon x Sameha). Bred by Pasha Ahmed Hamza, Hamdan Stables, Cairo, Egypt. Imported to U.S.A. in 1981 by A. Refaa. Owned by Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Leaser, Hasan Arabians, Pennsylvania. Last Owner: Robert D., Cherry L. and Rhett V. Mock, Almaz Aseel Arabians, Spring, Texas. 1990 & 1991 US Egyptian Event Champion English Pleasure.

1992 US Natational Champion Country English Pleasure & Native Costume.1995 IBM/USET Festival of Champions Endurance Race Winner.

20) Badr Mar.3.1980(Ikhnatoon x Sameha). Bred by Pasha Ahmed Hamza, Hamdan Stables, Cairo, Egypt. Imported to U.S.A. in 1981 by A. Refaa. Owned by Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Leaser, Hasan Arabians, Pennsylvania. Last owner: Robert D., Cherry L. and Rhett V. Mock, Almaz Aseel Arabians, Spring, Texas. 1990 & 1991 US Egyptian Event Champion English Pleasure. 1992 US Natational Champion Country English Pleasure & Native Costume.

1995 IBM/USET Festival of Champions Endurance Race Winner.

21) Kout el Koloob Jan.28.1985(Ikhnatoon x Ghadeer May.21.1970 by Anter x ouraya I). Bred by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. Owned by Sheikh Khaled Bin Laden, Rabab Stud, Giza, Egypt. Senior Champion Mare Egyptian Horse Show, Cairo 1995.

22) Ibn Barrada 1990-2012(Gad Allah x Barrada Feb.7.1985 by Ikhnatoon x Atbara). Bred by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. Imported to Belgium in 1992. Owned by Mr. Pascal Lavreau, Canasta Arabians, Belgium. Last owner: Mr. Kay & Mrs. Helen Hennekens, Flaxman Arabians, Brecht, Belgium. Ibn Barrada has been purchased in 2009 by Mr. Jan van Nes, father of Mrs. Helen, before he died at the age of only 71. Ibn Barrada died in 2012 for colic.

23) Tee Mar.23.1995-Feb.25.2020(Adl x Bint Ibtsam Dec.4.1978 by Akhtal x Ibtsam). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. 24) Tayees (2001). Sire: El Ragel 1992(Shadwan x El Set May.8.1981 by Emad xKalthoom). Dam: Tee Mar.23.1995-Feb.25.2020(Adl x Bint Ibtsam

Dec.4.1978 by Akhtal x Ibtsam). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. Double Farazdac. 25)Toya El Zahraa Nov.18.2003(Gad Allah x TezMar. 23.1995Feb.25.2020 (Adl x Bint Ibtsam). Bred by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt. Imported to Qatar in Feb.2005 by Al Rayyan Farm, Doha, Qatar. 26) Tagweed (Dec.12.2004-Mar.2018). Sire: Gad Allah May.20.1983(Adeeb x Omnia). Dam: Tee Mar.23.1995-Feb.25.2020(Adl x Bint Ibtsam). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt.

27) Tagweed (Dec.12.2004-Mar.2018). Sire: Gad Allah May.20.1983(Adeeb x Omnia). Dam: Tee Mar.23.1995-Feb.25.2020(Adl x Bint Ibtsam). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Cairo, Egypt.

28) Zaghroudat AlBadeia Oct.7.1994(Adl x Kamar AlBadeia Mar.20.1978 by Kayed x Naeema). Bred & owned by AlBadeia Stud Farm, Giza, Egypt. 29) Isaad AlBadeia Apr.20.1999(Gaafar AlBadeia X Zaghroudat Albadeia Oct.7.1994 by Adl x Kamar AlBadeia). Bred & owned by AlBadeia Studfarm,Giza. Egypt.

30) Ikhnatoon Oct.26.1974 (Farazdac x Bint Om El Saad Feb.20.1958 by Nazeer x Om El Saad). Bred & owned by El Zahraa Stud, EAO, Egypt.

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ECAHO - European C - Show

20 & 21 MAY 2023

Schaijk – e Netherlands

Written by Sonia Smaldone

Since its inception in 2004, the Arabian Horse Weekend has been a fantastic gathering for lovers of the Arabian horse worldwide. Pieter, his wife Ine, their daughter Annelieke and her husband Ralf Hesen, the exceptionally proactive Stoop family, have made it happen with the same zest and passion year a er year till this 20th anniversary. is year’s edition, held from 20 to 21 May, proudly features the European C-Show and the International B-Show at the luxurious and spacious Dutch Equestrian Estate in Schaijk, in the province of North Brabant, for a weekend full of show, beauty and elegance. e international judging panel of the 2023 European C-Show, consists of Mr Almarzooqi Abdelaziz Hussain (United Arab Emirates), Mrs Hennekens-van Nes Helen (Belgium), Dr Mohsen Mahmoud (Egypt), and Mrs Valette Christine (France). With the

grade of Disciplinary Commissioners: Mrs Van Dun Ils (Belgium), Mr Beckers Bart (Belgium), and Mr De Mooij Johan ( e Netherlands). In his role of Ringmaster: Dr Hammad Mohammed (Egypt). Show- speaker: the histrionic Mr Eric Blaak ( e Netherlands). Music played by: WVR Sound & Light. Scoring & Livestream by: Arabian Essence (Italy). O cial photographer Mrs Henrike Hörmann (Germany).

e European C-Show kicks on May 20, 2023, at 09:00 Europe/Rome (09:00 Europe/Rome) and draws to a close on the same day at 22:00 Europe/Rome (20:00 Europe/Rome) a er an amazing barbecue for the grooms and handlers. Everybody had a good time and enjoyed the delicious food.

e newly crowned champion horses for each of the participating classes:

In the Filly Foals Championship sponsored by Hanaya Arabian Stud, Gold medal winner Ecf Zevesta (Exagon Os x Intissimma) bred and owned by Erik Sterken and Samantha Maynard. e gracious Ecf Zevesta is also crowned Best Movement in her class. Silver medal winner Dior Bs (Vakil Al Baydaa x Pustynna Noc) bred and owned by Budhen’s Stud. ere is no Bronze medal winner at this 2023 edition.

In the Yearling Fillies Championship sponsored by Ajmal Stud, Gold medal winner Ero’s Davina (Namous Al Shahania x Eros Romantique) bred by Family Van Duyvenbode and owned by Danubius Arabians Srl. Silver medal winner DS Yasima (Luigi x Iea Yemaya) bred and owned by Danielle Saelens. Bronze medal winner Zakiyah Gka (Nebras Al Hamad x Chouchouka Gka) bred and owned by Gka

Arabians, who wins also the Best Movement Award of the Yearling Fillies.

In the Junior Fillies Championship sponsored by De Cartherey Arabians, Gold medal winner Paloma Al Jalyla (Pandorez O x Naphis Palestra), bred by Amy Southworth and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Paloma Al Jalyla is also the winner of the Best Movement Award of the Fillies 2 years old. Silver medal winner and Best Movement Award Fillies 3 years old Saba Da (Fa El Rasheem x Savannah Os), bred and owned by Danubius Arabians Srl. Bronze medal winner Mouna J (Morion x Mississippi J), bred and owned by Jadem Arabians.

In the Senior Mares Championship sponsored by Al umama Stud, Gold medal winner Brodnica (Pogrom x Bambina), bred by Stadnina Koni Janow Podlaski and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Silver medal winner

Mirage Ka (Qr Marc x Magnums Rose), bred by Knocke Arabians and owned by Budhen’s Stud. Bronze medal winner Empera (Kabsztad x Emiriona), bred by Stadnina Koni Michalow and owned by Budhen’s Stud. All 3 mares are also crowned as Best Movement winners in their classes.

In the Colt Foals Championship sponsored by Ajmal Stud, Gold medal winner Na esa Machique (Aj Yas x Na esa Malika), bred and owned by Na esa Arabians. Na esa Machique is also crowned Best Movement in his class. Silver medal winner Malibuh Bkc (Wadi Kahil x Af Miroshka), bred and owned by Kim de Bloeme-van Schaik. Bronze medal winner Ka Elias (Aria Midas x Ema) bred and owned by Koo Arabians.

In the Yearling Colts Championship sponsored by TM Arabian Stud, Gold medal winner Ha Extrah (Excalibur Ea x Rahafa Al Hawajer) bred and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Ha Extrah is also the winner of the Best Movement Award of the Yearling Colts. Silver medal winner Widad De Cartherey (Fa El Rasheem x Maya As) bred and owned by De Cartherey Arabians. Bronze medal winner Ha Alvaro (Hl Elganador x Amaltea Regalis) bred and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud.

In the Junior Colts Championship sponsored by Hanaya Arabian Stud, Gold medal winner and Best Movement Award winner Houdini (Lf Aarmaan Vittorio x Av Happy Diamonds), bred and owned by Alban Kroesbacher. Silver medal winner Olt Da (El Jahez Wh x Odette Sba) bred and owned by Danubius Arabians. ere is no Bronze medal winner at this 2023 edition.

In the Senior Stallions Championship sponsored by Ajmal Stud, Gold medal winner Pacheco K.a. (Qr Marc x Phirouettes), bred by Knocke Arabians and owned by Budhen’s Stud. Silver medal winner Wadi Kahil (Kahil Al Shaqab x Wadi Halfa), bred by Sk Michałów Sp. z o. o., and owned by Just Arabians. e Best Movement Award Stallions 7 years and older is won by Wadi Kahil. Bronze medal winner Mahasin De Cartherey (R’adjah De Cartherey x Wadi’Ha De Cartherey) bred and owned by De Cartherey Arabians. Mahasin De Cartherey is also the winner of the Best Movement Award Stallions 4-6 years old.

EUROPEAN C-SHOW SPECIAL AWARDS

ere are also Special Awards at this 2023 European C-Show!

e Highest Score of the Show Trophy sponsored by Al Zahy Stud, goes to the Gold Medal Senior Mare Brodnica (Pogrom x Bambina), bred by Stadnina Koni Janow Podlaski and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Brodnica wins also the Best Movement Trophy of the European C-Show, sponsored by Al Heib Stud, as she had the Highest Score for Movement.

e Best Head Trophy sponsored by Al Orasia Stud, gets assigned to the Gold Medal Filly Foal Ecf Zevesta (Exagon Os x Intissimma), bred and owned by Erik Sterken and Samantha Maynard. is beautiful lly foal is also the winner of e De Cartherey Trophée for the Most Beautiful Foal, sponsored by De Cartherey Arabians and in loving memory of Antoine Rigat.

ERO’S DAVINA

NA’MOUS AL SHAHANIA X ERO’S ROMANTIQUE

BREEDER: FAMILY VAN DUYVENBODE

OWNER: DANUBIUS ARABIANS SRL

DS YASIMA

LUIGI X IEA YEMAYA

BREEDER: DANIELLE SAELENS

OWNER: DANIELLE SAELENS

ZAKIYAH GKA

NEBRAS AL HAMAD X CHOUCHOUKA GKA

BREEDER: GKA ARABIANS

OWNER: GKA ARABIANS

HA EXTRAH

EXCALIBUR EA X RAHAFA AL HAWAJER

BREEDER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

WIDAD DE CARTHEREY

FA EL RASHEEM X MAYA AS

BREEDER: DE CARTHEREY ARABIANS

OWNER: DE CARTHEREY ARABIANS

HA ALVARO

HL ELGANADOR X AMALTEA REGALIS

BREEDER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

PALOMA AL JALYLA

PANDOREZ O X NAPHIS PALESTRA

BREEDER: AMY SOUTHWORTH

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD, NAYLA HAYEK

SABA DA

FA EL RASHEEM X SAVANNAH OS

BREEDER: DANUBIUS ARABIANS SRL

OWNER: DANUBIUS ARABIANS SRL

MOUNA J

MORION X MISSISSIPPI J

BREEDER: JADEM ARABIANS

OWNER: JADEM ARABIANS

Junior Colts

HOUDINI

LF AARMAAN VITTORIO X AV HAPPY DIAMONDS

BREEDER: ALBAN KROESBACHER

OWNER: ALBAN KROESBACHER

OLT DA

EL JAHEZ WH X ODETTE SBA

BREEDER: DANUBIUS ARABIANS SRL

OWNER: DANUBIUS ARABIANS SRL

Senior Mares

BRODNICA

POGROM X BAMBINA

BREEDER: STADNINA KONI JANOW PODLASKI

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

MIRAGE KA

QR MARC X MAGNUMS ROSE

BREEDER: MR. GHEYSENS

OWNER:

EMPERA

KABSZTAD X EMIRIONA

BREEDER: STADNINA KONI MICHALOW

OWNER: NATHALIE DE HAES

WADI KAHIL

AJMAN MONISCIONE X SHEIKA MAF

BREEDER: SK MICHAŁÓW SP. Z O. O.

OWNER: JUST ARABIANS

PACHECO K.A

QR MARC X PHIROUETTES

BREEDER: KNOCKE ARABIANS

OWNER: MRS. NATHALIE DE HAES

MAHASIN DE CARTHEREY

R’ADJAH DE CARTHEREY X WADI’HADECARTHEREY

BREEDER: CHANTAL RIGAT

OWNER: PRESTIGE INVEST BVBA

ECAHO - International B-Show

20 & 21 MAY 2023 Schaijk – e Netherlands

Written by Sonia Smaldone

Attendees and fans of the AH Weekend 2023 will gather again at the Dutch Equestrian Estate in Schaijk for the International-B Show on May 21. On this 2nd championship day, the atmosphere is always lled with friendship and joy. Meanwhile, in the show ring, the new string of international judging makes its appearance: Mrs Van Hee Martine (Belgium), Mr Faraj Elyas Ebrahim (Bahrain), Mr Al Mazrouei Ali Ghanem (United Arab Emirates), Mr Salzmann Jonas (Kuwait), and Mr Smith Graham (Australia). e Disciplinary Committee remains the same as that for the European C-Show. In attendance, there are also prestigious breeding programs from the Middle East, which makes the competition even more challenging!

e show starts at 08:30 Europe/Rome (08:30 Europe/Rome) and switches o its spotlights

at 17:30 Europe/Rome (17:30 Europe/Rome), with the solemnly acclaimed champion horses of this 2023 edition:

In the Geldings Championship sponsored by Albidayer Stud, Gold medal winner and Best Movement Award winner Jazz-D (E.S. Sarab x Marwanah Rose-D), bred by Dion Arabians, and owned by Budhen’s Stud. Silver medal winner Wahaj AT (Morion x Wieza Roz), bred and owned by Al umama Stud. Bronze medal winner Eminence K.A. (Ajman Moniscione x Estokada K.A.), bred by Knocke Arabians, and owned by Budhen’s Stud. e Best 7 Geldings wins also prize money, generously sponsored by Albidayer Stud.

In the Yearling Fillies Championship sponsored by Ajmal Stud, Gold medal winner Alexis Nwa (Shanghai Ea x Alexandria Nwa), bred by Nwa Arabians and owned by Al uma-

ma Stud. Alexis Nwa was also the winner of the Best Movement Award. Silver medal winner Neom Bin J (Eks Farajj x Ilena), bred by Abdulaziz Bin Mohammed Bin Saad Al Jalban/Bin Jalban Stud, and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Bronze medal winner Daia AT (Shanghai Ea x Daniya At), bred and owned by Al umama Stud.

In the Junior Fillies Championship sponsored by De Cartherey Arabians, Gold medal winner Reef Aq (Ghaith Al Zobair x Shikha Al Jbreen), bred by Abdulaziz Abdulrahman Allowaihiq, and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Silver medal winner Paloma Al Jalyla (Pandorez O x Naphis Palestra), bred by Amy Southworth, and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Bronze medal winner D Henneyyah (D Shagran x D Haneen) bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, and owned by Al Jood Stud. All

the 3 mares are also the winners of the Best Movement Award of their classes.

In the Senior Mares Championship sponsored by Al umama Stud, Gold medal winner D Mumayyazah (Fa El Rasheem x M Randy) bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, and Hanaya Arabian Stud. Silver medal winner Asayel Al Zaid (Equator x Jouwaida Mp) bred and owned by Fahad Said Zaid Al Aidh. D Mumayyazah and Asayel Al Zaid were also the winners of the Best Movement award of their classes. Bronze medal winner Questurat Al Fawaz (Al Raheb Aa x Hv Ramses Mashallah) bred by Kfar Arabe, Yasin Baker, and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Questurat Al Fawaz also wins by Class.

In the Yearling Colts Championship sponsored by Al Zahy Stud, Gold medal winner and Best Movement award winner Poker Face

Kl (R Unique x Plivia), bred and owned by Klikowa Arabians. Silver medal winner Bel Pateyo (Exagon Os x Pataya Os), bred by Karin Merkel-Beluga Arabians, and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud. Bronze medal winner

Donatello AT (Hl El Grandor x Dania AT), bred and owned by Al umama Stud. In e Junior Colts Championship sponsored by Hanaya Arabian Stud, Gold medal winner Muneer Kh (Fa El Rasheem x Pialena), bred by Suood Sultan Abdulla S R Alwan Alhebsi, and owned by Alkaheela Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Rd Rajan (Polidoro Fc x Rd Quianna), bred by Murray or Shirley Popplewell, and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek. Rd Rajan is also the winner of the Best Movement Award Colts 2 years old. Bronze medal winner and Best Movement Award winner Colts 3 years old Hafeet (Ajman Moniscione x El Omarissa), bred by Al

Wed Arabians, and owned by TM Arabian Stud.

In the Senior Stallions Championship sponsored by Ajmal Stud, Gold medal winner Rajeh Al Adwan (Asfoor Al Waab x Wadha

Al Adwan), bred and owned by Adwan Ateej Basheer Aladwani. Silver medal winner

Magesty K.a. (Eden C x Magnums Rose), bred by Knocke Arabians, and owned by Budhen’s Stud. Bronze medal winner Pinito (Eks Alihandro x Piniata), bred by Sk Janow Podlaski Sp. Z o. o., and owned by Flaxman Arabians. Pinito is also the winner of the Best Movement Award Stallions 4-6 years old.

B-INTERNATIONAL SHOW SPECIAL AWARDS

ere are fabulous Special Awards at this 2023 International B-Show!

e Highest Score of the Show Trophy with 93,5 points sponsored by TM Arabian Stud,

goes to D Mumayyazah (Fa El Rasheem x M Randy), bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud.

e Most Beautiful Head Trophy sponsored by Al Orasia Stud gets grabbed by Reef Aq (Ghaith Al Zobair x Shikha Al Jbreen), bred by Abdulaziz Abdulrahman Allowaihiq and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud.

e Best Movement Trophy with Unanimous 20’s for Movement sponsored by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, goes to D Mumayyazah (Fa El Rasheem x M Randy), bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud.

e Best Dutch Arabian Horse Overall AHW Award sponsored by the Dutch Arabian Horse Society, is won by the lly foal Ecf Zevesta (Exagon Os x Intissimma) bred and owned by Erik Sterken and Samantha Maynard. Hanaya Arabian Stud, owned by Nayla Hayek,

is honoured with e Best Breeder/Owner Trophy Overall AHW Trophy, sponsored by A Arabians.

e Best Straight Egyptian Trophy sponsored by Flaxman Arabians, is deservedly assigned to Questurat Al Fawaz (Al Raheb Aa x Hv Ramses Mashallah) bred by Kfar Arabe, Yasin Baker, and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud.

*Two major highlights of this 2023 Arabian Horse Weekend are the Auction of Arabian Horses inspired hand-painted bags by artist Shirley De Cupyer and the Dressage Demonstration R’Adjah de Cartherey (Qr Marc x Badi’ah De Cartherey) bred and owned by De Cartherey Arabians and ridden by Ee e Appelmans.

ALEXIS NWA

SHANGHAI EA X ALEXANDRIA NWA

BREEDER: NWA ARABIANS - OLE LARSEN

OWNER: AL THUMAMA STUD - DANA AL MESLEMANI

NEOM BIN J

EKS FARAJJ X ILENA

BREEDER: BIN JALBAN STUD

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

DAIA AT

SHANGHAI EA X DANIYA AT

BREEDER: AL THUMAMA STUD - DANA AL MESLEMANI

OWNER: AL THUMAMA STUD - DANA AL MESLEMANI

POKER FACE KL

RFI UNIQUE X PLIVIA

BREEDER: KLIKOWA ARABIANS

OWNER: KLIKOWA ARABIANS

BEL PATEYO

EXAGON OS X PATAYA OS

BREEDER: KNOCKE KARIN MERKEL BELUGA ARABIANS

DONATELLO

HL EL GANADOR X DANIYA AT

BREEDER: AL THUMAMA STUD

AHM 239

REEF AQ

GHAITH AL ZOBAIR X SHIKHA AL JBREEN

BREEDER: ABDULAZIZ ABDULRAHMAN ALLOWAIHIQ - KSA

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

PALOMA AL JALYLA

PANDOREZ O X NAPHIS PALESTRA

BREEDER: AMY SOUTHWORTH

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

D HENNEYYAH

D SHAGRAN X D HANEEN

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: AL JOOD STUD

MUNEER KH

FA EL RASHEEM X PIALENA

BREEDER: AL KAHEELA STUD

OWNER: AL KAHEELA STUD

RD RAJAN

POLIDORO FC X RD QUIANNA

BREEDER: MURRAY OR SHIRLEY POPPLEWELL

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

HAFEET

AJMAN MONISCIONE X EL OMARISSA

BREEDER: AL WED ARABIANS

OWNER: TM ARABIAN STUD

D MUMAYYAZAH

FA EL RASHEEM X M RANDY

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

ASAYEL AL ZAID

EQUATOR X JOUWAIDA MP

BREEDER: FAHAD SAID ZAID AL AIDH

OWNER: AL ZAYED STUD - FAHAD SAID ZAID AL AIDH

QUESTURAT AL FAWAZ

AL RAHEB AA X HV RAMSES MASHALLAH

BREEDER: KFAR ARABE, YASIN BAKER

OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD NAYLA HAYEK

RAJEH AL ADWAN

ASFOOR AL WAAB X WADHA AL ADWAN

Breeder: Adwan Ateej Basheer AlAdwani

Owner: Al Adwan Arabians - Adwan Ateej Basheer AlAdwani

MAGESTY KA

PINITO

EDEN C X MAGNUMS ROSE

BREEDER: KNOCKE ARABIANS, MR. AND MRS. GHEYSENS

OWNER: MRS. NATHALIE DE HAES

EKS ALIHANDRO X PINIATA

BREEDER: SK JANOW PODLASKI SP. Z O. O.

OWNER: FLAXMAN ARABIANS

Gelding Championship

WAHAJ AT

MORION X WIEZA ROZ

BREEDER: AL THUMAMA STUD

OWNER: AL THUMAMA STUD

JAZZ D

ES SARAB X MARWANAH ROSE D

BREEDER: DION ARABIANS

OWNER: DE HAES, NATHALIE

EMINENCE KA

AJMAN MONISCIONE X ESTOKADA KA

BREEDER: KNOCKE ARABIANS

OWNER: NATHALIE DE HAES

In Conclusion...

What an electrifying event the Arabian Horse Weekend 2023. As it draws to a close, our hearts are lled with a deep sense of wonder and appreciation for the majestic beauty of these beloved creatures. Each year, the Stoop Family exceeds our expectations, bringing together some of the nest Arabian horses from around the world to compete in an exhilarating showcase of re nement and athleticism. From the gorgeous leggy foals and magni cent stallions to the beautiful mares, every horse in the arena exuded an unparalleled charisma and spirit that le us in awe. e Arabian Horse Weekend, and its related activities, represent more than just a competition; it is an event that unites us all in our shared passion for these magni cent animals. e Arabian Horse Magazine Team leaves the show feeling upli ed, inspired, and deeply grateful for the opportunity to be there. e Stoop Family has outdone themselves again, and we cannot wait to return next year. ank you, Stoop Family, for creating a 20th Anniversary experience that will linger in our minds and hearts for a long time!

C I i l B

Interviewed By Sonia Smaldone

The Kingdom of Morocco continues to be one of the most traditional countries for horse breeding, mainly for the purebred Arabian breed, the ancestor of all the other horse breeds. Internally and externally, regardless of their position, everyone can freely make remarks according to their involvement in the Arabian horse industry.

In a general re ection emanating from the various actors of the Moroccan equine sector, many think the country can come out of its isolation at the international level if people invest in the development of the production of which breeders can manifest the hope of living well from their work, the ultimate reward.

Without any unnecessary attery, we have welcomed the arrival of Taha Khoudri, in the Moroccan National Judges Body since 2020, whose personality authenticates integrity and the determination to make things easy in the eyes of his compatriots, la-

ter at the International level because, as the famous maxim goes, “Value does not wait for the number of years following the rst time of participation”. In this case, we can only commit to supporting those who come from familiar environments.

As a young boy, Taha became immersed in Arabian horse breeding through his older brother, a well-known Moroccan breeder who regularly participates in national competitions with deserving success.

To assess the necessary value of an Arabian horse, Taha considers it crucial that a horse possesses the traits corresponding to the genuine type of the Arabian breed, with a magni cent presence and good feet. It is essential to remember the participation of Taha Khoudri in the competition held at the Bouznika Regional Stud in 2002. Having received the consecration of a podium with the stallion Mahler, he would seal a commitment for the future.

Taha Khoudri started his Arabian horses breeding program in France near Toulouse, then in Morocco in Douar Bouaza in the suburbs of Casablanca with the name Al Firassa Stud. His ve precious horses were well kept, bringing the valuable experience necessary to become a recognized professional regardless of the place you want to occupy on the whole spectrum.

In the Kingdom of Morocco, the arrival of Taha Khoudri is a good thing for his country, along with the support of its frameworks and support for the actions essential to maintaining an activity as cultural as economics, and now more than before, given the ongoing di cult planetary conditions and the national social issues that all breeders worldwide encounter.

However, he should be joined by other young future judges, not stay alone in the actions, there as elsewhere. As elders (o en veterinarians) leave their place, renewal becomes essential. e process of rejuvenation is evidence of progress.

Taha Khoudri and I met a few years during various competitions in Morocco. I am particularly pleased that I have this bond of friendship with all of his family members who are maintaining a herd that is still capable of evolving in the country on their side.

H Hakem

CONGRATULATIONS TO HIS NEW OWNER MR . MARCO MOBILIA

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