As we say goodbye to 2024, we take a moment to reflect and celebrate the Arabian horse community. In the past three months, Arabian Horse Magazine has fully committed itself to bringing you a comprehensive look at the show season in Europe. This culminated in equestrian events that showcased the Arabian horses’ beauty and majesty throughout the Old Continent. From the flat terrains of Poland for the 46th Pride of Poland, and Belgium for the European Championship in Lier, to the stunning arenas of Aachen, for the 40th All Nations Cup Title Show & 5th All Nations Cup Straight Egyptian Event, Circo Massimo in Rome, for the 6th round of GCAT 2024 to the equestrian facilities of the Straight Egyptian Royal Championships in Vermezzo, Milan, Arabian Horse Magazine was there, building installations, filming and
documenting each triumph and every moment of the best Arabian horse morphology of the ongoing exhibition season. The commitment to keeping you informed has been unwavering. We are proud to say that our coverage encompassed a wealth of competitions associated with high-profile artistic exhibitions that not only showed participants and visitors the beauty and charisma of the Arabian breed. We also strengthened the connections within this vast industry, making new acquaintances and reconnecting with friends who have been part of our extended family for years... Meanwhile, Christmas is just a heartbeat away, meaning the festive season is upon us. The Arabian Horse community is coming together, adorned in the spirit of the holidays, as we prepare for the grandest showcase of them all—the 2024 World Arabian Horse Championships in Paris. After last year’s edition in Qatar, this inimitable pageantry returns to where everything started with the show industry. The finest
horses and some of the best international handlers are expected to join in Paris, la Ville Lumière, a magic place where dreams are realized and legacies are celebrated. In the coming weeks, the anticipation will continue to grow. Breeders are finalizing their preparations, trainers and handlers are polishing their routines, and fans worldwide are eagerly marking their calendars.
The World Arabian Horse Championships are not just a convergence of high-status competitions. Their presence historically represents the heart and soul of the Arabian horse community. In December 2024, they will return to Paris to reunite passions and long-held dreams at the Parc des Expositions, Porte de Versailles.
As we gather our thoughts for the year ahead, we at AHM remain committed to our mission: to provide you with inspiring stories, insightful articles, breathtaking photographs, artistic images, and elegant graphic design
that celebrate the Arabian horse—a breed unlike any other.
As we look forward to 2025, let us carry the spirit of your achievements forward, celebrating not only the splendour of the Arabian horse. But also the camaraderie and human relations among those who, like us, love it dearly.
From all of us at Arabian Horse Magazine, thank you for being part of this extraordinary journey. We wish you a joyful Christmas Season filled with warmth, happiness, and, of course, many more thrilling moments in the world of Arabian horses. Here’s to another year of passion, dedication, and unmatched beauty in the Arabian horse community!
Over the past three decades, Pride of Poland organized in the small city of Janów Podlaski has provided breeders and owners with the best of its aspiring show stars, stalwart matrons, and exceptional sires to compound the next generation of success on the world stage. Many of the world’s most influential and celebrated show horses in history first debuted in the outdoor show-ring in Janów Podlaski, before triumphing on the global stage as icons of the breed.
In 2024, the rich program returned with great fanfare, encompassing five essential events: the standard-setting Polish National Arabian Horse Show, the prestigious Pride of Poland Auction and Summer Sale, and the always inspiring Breeding Parades at the twin pillars of Polish breeding excellence in Janów Podlaski and Michałów Studs.
ECAHO POLISH ARABIAN HORSE SHOW 2024 RAISING THE GLOBAL STANDARD
Co-organized by the Krajowy Ośrodek Wsparcia Rolnictwa (KOWR), namely the National Support Centre for Agriculture, Janów Podlaski and Michałów Studs, and held over three action-packed and thrilling days, from Friday the 9th to Sunday the 11th of August, the Polish National Arabian Horse Show delivered about 100 purebred state and privately bred horses, unforgettable performances and copious rewards. Another 40 horses would appear at the two following auctions. As Arabian Horse Magazine watched, filmed, and
photographed legends of tomorrow performing at this national competition in Poland, we did not miss one beat. We realized that the Arabian breed in the world has reached a higher level of excellence because of them. The Jury was composed of notable experts in the industry such as Mr Jaroslav Lacina (Czech Republic), Mr Allan Preston (Australia), Mrs Claudia Daurius (Germany), Mr Alaa Hammad (Bahrain), Mr Robbie Den Hartog (The Netherlands), and Mrs Helen Hennekens-van Nes (Belgium). The fair and smooth conduct of the show was a prerogative of Disciplinary Commissioners Mr Ismer Nils (Germany), Mrs Irene Cieslak (Poland) and Mr Piotr Szpotański (Poland). In
their qualities of Ringmasters, Mr Roberto Ceccaroni (Italy) and Mr Scott Benjamin (Canada). The official speakers were Mr Erik Blaak (The Netherlands) and Mr Miroslaw Kolodziej (Poland). Official Photographers: Mrs Sylwia Ilenda (Poland) and Mrs Karolina Mitsztal (Poland). Results by Arabian Essence (Italy). Press / Media coverage by Arabian Horse Magazine (Italy). The Polish National Arabian Horse Show started on Friday, the 09th with the Ridden, Colts & Stallions Classes. It continued on Saturday, the 10th with the Fillies & Mares Classes and ended on Sunday the 11th with the final Championships and the Special Awards Ceremony.
In the YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Anagramma (Picasso Di Mar x Di Aaminata) bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud. Silver medal winner Monserat (Eks Farajj x Magnumka), bred and owned by Wojciech Parczewski. Bronze medal winner Elzoya (Prometeusz x Euzona), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud.
In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Wildonara (Paris x Wildona), bred and owned by Michalow Stud. Silver medal winner Wencedora ( Haash Osb x Wiga), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud. Bronze medal winner Cararra (D Zeidan x Calatina), bred and owned by Alicja Najmowicz.
In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Adelita (Kahil Al Shaqab x Altamira), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud. Silver medal winner Ascalona (E.S. Harir x Alsara), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud. Bronze medal winner El Medida (Morion x El Medara), bred and owned by Michałów Stud.
In the YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Comoros (Hl El Ganador x Cedora), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud. Silver medal winner Partes (Dominic M x Protekcja), bred and owned by Michałów Stud.
Bronze medal winner Poker Move Kl (Rfi Unique x Plivia), bred and owned by Klikowa Arabians.
In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Elon Kl (QR Marc x Erigone), bred and owned by Klikowa Arabians. Silver medal winner Gladius Sa (Dominic M x Ginessa), bred and owned Waldemar Bak. Bronze medal winner Fawoniusz (Wolare x Finga), bred and owned by Krzysztof Jagielski.
In the SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Erantis (Ascot DD x Eugara), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud. Silver medal winner Petrus PA (Ekstern x Piwonia), bred and owned by PPH Parys Stud. Bronze medal winner Belmari (El Omari x Mari Bint Ermina), bred and owned by Malopolska Hodowla Roslin Stud and Bialka Stud.
THE SPECIAL AWARDS CEREMONY
- The Best In Show and Best Head Titles
went to the already crowned Gold Champion Senior Mare Adelita (Kahil Al Shaqab x Altamira), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud.
- The WAHO Challenge Trophy was awarded to Ganges.
- Poganinka (El Omari x Pentra), bred and owned by Michalow Stud, won the BiS Pure Polish Title, the Best Movement Title, and the Izabella Pawelec- Zawadzka Trophy.
- Cuks (Equator x Cejhyra), bred and owned by Robert Talarek was crowned the Best Racehorse of the National Show.
- Mateusz Tokarski was acclaimed as The Best Trainer and The Best Handler, while The Best Breeder Title went to Janów Podlaski Stud. Finally, the Girlan-Bey Trophy was awarded to Comoros (Hl El Ganador x Cedora), bred and owned by Janów Podlaski Stud.
AUCTION PRIDE & PRESTIGE RETURNED TO POLAND 11 AUGUST. Since its inception, the Polish Arabian Horse Auction has established the benchmark for achievement and excellence in the public marketplace. The auctioned horses in 2024 came from the world-renowned Polish breeding farms of Janów Podlaski and Michałów Studs, and from the Stallions Stud in Białka, as well as from private studs. According to the official source, ten horses were sold in 2024 for 637,000 euros. The auction star was the mare Zigi Zana (QR Marc x Zagrobla/Monogram), auctioned for 145,000 Euros!
CONCLUSION
After receiving the call-on duty to cover the Pride Of Poland 2024, Arabian Horse Magazine felt honoured and privileged at the same time. For the first time, we were guests and media partners at this industry-defining show in Poland. Our team worked as always with passion and dedication, and we believe our efforts were successful and lived up to the Organizers’ expectations. The Polish National Arabian Horse Show in Janów Podlaski is a shining example of excellence in the equestrian world attracting enthusiasts and participants from near and far to celebrate these remarkable creatures each year at this time of the show season. In history, notable Arabian Horse breeders worldwide have acquired exceptional Polish broodmares in Janów Podlaski and Michalòw Studs and their breeding programs have produced champions for generations. We on the AHM Team salute those shining stars who continue to elevate the standard for the Arabian Horse breed worldwide and warmly thank the organizers, the Krajowy Ośrodek Wsparcia Rolnictwa (KOWR), the historical Janów Podlaski and Mikalow Studs, for inviting us at this unmissable event in Poland! We look forward to cooperating with you next year again!
YEARLING FILLIES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
MONSERAT
EKS FARAJJ X MAGNUMKA
OWNER: WOJCIECH PARCZEWSKI, POLAND
BREEDER: WOJCIECH PARCZEWSKI, POLAND
ANAGRAMMA
PICASSO DI MAR X AMINATA
OWNER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
BREEDER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
PROMETEUSZ X EUZONA
OWNER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
BREEDER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
ELZOYA
YEARLING COLTS
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
PARTES
DOMINIC M X PROTEKCJA
OWNER: SK MICHALOW STUD
BREEDER: SK MICHALOW STUD
COMOROS
HL EL GANADOR X CEDORA
OWNER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
BREEDER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
POKER MOVE KL
RFI UNIQUE X PLIVIA
OWNER: KLIKOWA ARABIANS
BREEDER: KLIKOWA ARABIANS
JUNIOR FILLIES
OWNER: STADNINA KONI JANÓW PODLASKI
BREEDER: STADNINA KONI JANÓW PODLASKI
PARIS X WILDONA
OWNER: SK MICHALOW
BREEDER: SK MICHALOW
D ZEIDAN X CALATINA
OWNER: ALICJA NAJMOWICZ
BREEDER: ALICJA NAJMOWICZ
CARARRA
WILDONARA
JUNIOR COLTS
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
GLADIUS SA
DOMINIC M X GINESSA
OWNER: WALDEMAR BAK
BREEDER: WALDEMAR BAK
QR MARC X ERIGONE
OWNER: KLIKOWA ARABIANS
BREEDER: KLIKOWA ARABIANS
FAWONIUSZ
WOLARE X FINGA
OWNER: KRZYSZTOF JAGIELSKI
BREEDER: KRZYSZTOF JAGIELSKI
ELON KL
SENIOR MARES
BREEDER:
ASCALONA
E.S. HARIR X ALSARA
OWNER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
SK JANOW PODLASKI
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
KAHIL AL SHAQAB X
OWNER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
BREEDER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
EL MEDIDA
MORION X EL MEDARA
OWNER: SK MICHALOW STUD
BREEDER: SK MICHALOW STUD
ADELITA
ALTAMIRA
SENIOR STALLION
PETRUS PA
EKSTERN X PIWONIA
OWNER: PPH PARYS SP. Z O.O.
BREEDER: PPH PARYS SP. Z O.O.
ERANTIS
ASCOT DD X EUGARA
OWNER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
BREEDER: SK JANOW PODLASKI
OWNER:
BREEDER: MALOPOLSKA
BELMARI
EL OMARI X BINT ERMINA
MALOPOLSKA HODOWLA ROSLIN SP. Z O. O. AND SK BIALKA (POL)
HODOWLA ROSLIN SP. Z O. O. AND SK BIALKA (POL)
MOMENTS & PEOPLE
MOMENTS & PEOPLE
47 th PRIDE OF POLAND Auction
WRITTEN BY SONIA SMALDONE & GIANLUCA MARTINO
A SHORT INTRODUCTION
On September 3rd, a sudden weather emergency presented several challenges. However, the Global Champion Arabian Tour 2024 completed its European segment in Rome before preparing for the Grand Finale in Riyadh in November. Meteorological downbursts caused disruptions in several neighbourhoods and areas of Rome. Nonetheless, authorities and emergency teams quickly responded, initiating structural repairs and conducting a comprehensive damage assessment. The historic venue, Circo Massimo (Circus Maximus), selected for the event, underwent immediate recovery operations to ensure the safety of all involved, people and horses alike. GCAT and the local authorities collaborated to restore the area to optimal conditions, ensuring the event could proceed as scheduled. GCAT also enhanced communication with all involved parties, including participants, training and media teams, to address every safety concern. Declared viable, Circo Massimo turned into an ancient Roman equestrian theatre with actors and dancers twirling and leaping to the beat of drums. Gladiators on horseback paraded around the ring, their shining armours reflecting the sunlight. In such a solemn and festive atmosphere, skilled handlers appeared in the arena to present stunning Arabian horses from Europe and the Middle East.
THE OFFICIALS
The highly-reputed Jury of the GCAT Rome 2024 featured Mrs Hennekens-van Nes Helen (Belgium), Mr Joao Oscar Rodriguez Zico Guardia (Brazil), Mr Fabio Amorosino (Brazil), Mr Raouf Abbas Abdel (Egypt), Mr Ahmed Hamza (Egypt), Mrs Christine Valette (France), Mr Nikolaus Jung (Germany), Mrs Michaela Weidner (Germany), Mr Marco Pittaluga (Italy), Mr Said Nuri Wafa (Libya), Mr Mohamed Machmoum (Morocco), Dr Abderrazak Hmidani (Morocco), Mr Cedes Bakker (The Netherlands), Mrs Anna Stefaniuk (Poland), Mr Tomas Tarczynski (Poland), Mrs Renata Schibler (Switzerland), Mr Hassanain Al-Nakeeb (United Kingdom), Mrs Joanne Lowe (United Kingdom), Mrs Janice Mc Crea-Wight (United States) and Mr Steve Lieblang (United States). The smooth and fair conduct of the show was up to the following Disciplinary Commissioners: Mrs Vivian Van Eerten (The Netherlands), Dr Mohamed Mohsen (Egypt), Dr Malak Benamar (Morocco), Mrs Sandra Boogaard (The Netherlands), and Dr Yousef Abusamra (Qatar). In their quality of Ringmasters: Mr Roberto Ceccaroni (Italy) and Jean-Marc Dubois (France). The show started on September 6th, 2024, at 12:40 Europe/Rome and concluded on September 7th, 2024, at 20:00 Europe/Rome (20:00 Europe/Rome) and the champion winners were as follows:
In the YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner D Rowa (Fa El Rasheem x D Rawyanah), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Sultana Al Thamer (Dominic M x Weaam Al Jassim), bred and owned by Al Thamer Stud. Bronze medal winner Teha Al Shaqab (Marwan Al Shaqab x Marbella Pcf), bred and owned by Al Shaqab (Member of Q.F.)
In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner D Najlah (D Seraj x Elle Flamenca), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Shahbrys Hvp (Royal Asad x Rebecca Hvp), bred by Agropecuaria Vila Dos Pinheiros and owned by Turki Alothman -Ajmal Stud. Bronze medal winner Tm Bella (Tm Itaipu x Tm Fahdeelah), bred by Jose Orlando & Teixeira Junior and owned by Aljumail Stud.
In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Aj Kayya (Aj Kafu x Aja Caprice) bred and owned by Ajman Stud. Silver medal winner Basandra Settimocielo (Ajman Moniscione x Ma Scarlet), bred by Maria Annaratone Ferraroni - Settimocielo Farm - and owned by Ajman Stud. Bronze medal winner D Leen (D Seraj x D Maha), bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and owned by Lubochnia Arabians.
In the YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Afreen Al Shaqab (D Mezyan x Siwar Al Shaqab), bred and owned by Al Shaqab (Member of Q.F.). Silver medal winner D Borkan (Fa El Rasheem x D Ajayeb), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Bronze medal winner Samir Da (Hl El Ganador x Savannah Os), bred and owned by Danubius Arabians Srl.
In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner D Shakhar (D Shakhat x D Shamkhah), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. D Shakhar also won by class. Silver medal winner Bandar Aljassimya (Picasso Di Mar x Miznat Aljassimya), bred and owned by Al Jassimya Farm. Bronze medal winner Fajer Aa (Shanghai Ea x Fadwa Aa), bred by Ariela Arabians and owned by Eliyahu Khaloon.
In the SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner E.s. Harir (Aj Dinar x Tf Magnums Magic), bred by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Majid Alqassemi and owned by Al Saqran Stud. Silver medal winner Rhan Al Shahania (Marwan Al Shaqab x Jwaaher Al Shahania), bred by Al Shahania Stud and owned by H.E Sheikha Reem M K Al Thani. Bronze medal winner Equiborn K.a. (Qr Marc x Espadrilla), bred by NV Zoutekreken and owned by Nathalie De Haes.
GCAT ROME 2024. CONCLUSION
Circo Massimo’s expansive, flat terrain and the ancient ruins with the Roman pines surrounding it created a breathtaking and picturesque setting for the GCAT Rome 2024. The majestic Arabian horses exuded an air of exceptional grace and elegance as they pranced within the ancient walls of Rome’s grandest stadium, infusing the atmosphere with a palpable sense of grandeur and stirring emotions. The sixth and penultimate round of the Tour led us on a journey through nobility and history, where the majestic Arabian horses and talented human counterparts paid homage to the sport’s rich history. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Nasser Al Thani, Deputy CEO of Global Champions Arabians Tour, expressed gratitude for the commitment shown during the weather emergency. The spirit of collaboration contributed to meticulous preparation, leading to a memorable event. After Rome, Ajman Stud’s mare AJ Kayya still tops the female leaderboard, Dubai Arabian Horse Stud’s colt D Borkan remains at the top of the male rankings points and Italian Paolo Capecci dominates the handlers. As GCAT 2024 moves towards its grand finale in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, next November, the anticipation and excitement continue to grow, promising an epic conclusion to an extraordinary circuit of equestrian excellence. See you there!
YEARLING FILLIES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
SULTANA AL THAMER
DOMINIC M X WEAAM AL JASSIM
OWNER: AL THAMER STUD
BREEDER: AL THAMER STUD
D ROWA
FA EL RASHEEM X D RAWYANAH
OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
TEHA AL SHAQAB
MARWAN AL SHAQAB X MARBELLA PCF
OWNER: AL SHAQAB
BREEDER: AL SHAQAB
YEARLING COLTS
BORKAN
AFREEN AL SHAQAB
D MEZYAN X SIWAR AL SHAQAB
OWNER: AL SHAQAB
BREEDER: AL SHAQAB
SAMIR DA
HL EL GANADOR X SAVANNAH OS
OWNER: DANUBIUS ARABIANS SRL
BREEDER: DANUBIUS ARABIANS SRL
JUNIOR FILLIES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
SHAHBRYS HVP
ROYAL ASAD X REBECCA HVP
OWNER: TURKI ALOTHMAN - AJMAL STUD
BREEDER: AGROPECUARIA VILA DOS PINHEIROS
D NAJLAH
D SERAJ X ELLE FLAMENCA
OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
TM BELLA
TM ITAIPU X TM FAHDEELAH
OWNER: ALJUMAIL STUD
BREEDER: JOSE ORLANDO & TEIXEIRA JUNIOR
JUNIOR COLTS
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
OWNER: AL JASSIMYA FARM
BREEDER: AL JASSIMYA FARM
BANDAR ALJASSIMYA
PICASSO DI MAR X MIZNAT ALJASSIMYA
OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
FAJER AA
SHANGHAI EA X FADWAAA
OWNER: ELIYAHU KHALOON
BREEDER: ARIELA ARABIANS
D SHAKHAR
D SHAKHAT X D SHAMKHAH
SENIOR MARES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
AJ KAFU X AJA CAPRICE
OWNER: AJMAN STUD
BREEDER: AJMAN STUD
OWNER:
BREEDER:
D LEEN
D SERAJ X D MAHA
LUBOCHNIA ARABIANS
DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
AJ KAYYA
SENIOR STALLION
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
RHAN AL SHAHANIA
MARWAN AL SHAQAB X JWAAHER AL SHAHANIA
OWNER: H.E SHEIKHA REEM M K AL THANI
BREEDER: AL SHAHANIA STUD
E.S. HARIR
AJ DINAR X TF MAGNUMS MAGIC OWNER: AL SAQRAN STUD
BREEDER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI
EQUIBORN K.A.
QR MARC X ESPADRILLA
OWNER: NATHALIE DE HAES
BREEDER: NV ZOUTEKREKENW
MOMENTS & PEOPLE
MOMENTS & PEOPLE
Written by Sonia Smaldone & Gianluca Martino
Once upon a time, a group of Arabian horse lovers dreamed of creating a show that would unify people from all over the globe through their shared passion. Forty years ago, their dream materialized with the birth of the prestigious All-Nations Cup. Organized by VZAP, the German Arab Horse Society, this Title show which puts the horses at the centre of it all, returned on 27-29 September 2024 with great fanfare at the dandified Albert Vahle Halle equestrian facilities in Aachen. The prestigious 5th All Nations Cup Straight Egyptian Specific Origin Show was also conducted at the same venue delivering three days filled with beauty, poise, and athleticism in one of Europe’s most iconic equestrian destinations.
OFFICIALS
A highly respected jury of international judges presided over the 40th All Nations Cup Title Show. The panel featured Mr Robbie Den Hartog from the Netherlands, Mr Ebrahim Elyas Faraj from Bahrain, Mr Nashaat Hegazy from Egypt, Mrs Deirdre Hyde from the United Kingdom, Mr Nikolaus Jung from Germany, Mr Christian Moschini from Italy, and Mrs Renata Schibler from Switzerland. The fair and smooth conduct of the show was ensured by the dedicated efforts of the following highly qualified Disciplinary Commissioners: Dr Ali Bin Abdelwahab Amira representing the United Arab Emirates, Ms Line Brunsgaard representing Denmark, Mr Gian Paolo Teobaldelli representing Italy, and Mrs Kerstin Wisniowski representing Germany. Their expertise and commit-
ment played a pivotal role in upholding the integrity and standards of the show. In the arena as Ringmasters, Mrs Lizette Svensson from Sweden, and Mr Eidha Almenhali from the United Arab Emirates.
SHOW MEDIA STAFF
Results were proudly announced by Elvis Giughera’s Web TV Arabian Essence from Italy, with the press, media coverage, and photography provided by Arabian Horse Magazine (Italy).
THE 40TH ALL NATIONS CUP TITLE SHOW
The show kicked off on September 27, 2024, at 14:00 Europe/Rome and concluded on September 29, 2024, at 20:00 Europe/Rome with the new champion medal horses of this 40th edition:
In the YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Durrat Albidayer (Jyar Meia Lua x A Vision Mi), bred and owned by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saoud Alqassemi. Silver medal winner Royal Futurista (Aj Radman x Hk Sweet Musique), bred by Royal Arabians and owned by Al Wajba Stud. Bronze medal winner D Thaw (D Seraj x D Fannanah), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.
In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner D Raseel (D Seraj x Elle Flamenca), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Alawiya Al-Sheikh (Shanghai Ea x Algamra), bred and owned by Al Sheikh Stud. Bronze medal winner Reef Aq (Ghaith Al Zobair x Shikha Al Jbreen), bred by Abdulaziz Abdulrahman Allowaihiq and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek.
In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner D Shahla (Marajj x Ft Shaella), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Wildona (Shanghai Ea x Wilda), bred by Michałów Stud and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek. Bronze medal winner Echo Anastazja (Psyche Keretb x Echo Aurora), bred and owned by Chrcynno-Pałac Stud. Echo Anastazja also won by Class.
In the YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Ab Bandar (D Seraj x Priscilla Os), bred and owned by Abhaa Arabians – Ahmad A S Albabtain. Silver medal winner Kh Habs (Royal Asad x Dhma Alaainah), bred by Qassim Nasir Qasim Albassri and owned by Al Khawolid Stud. Kh Habs
also won by Class Score. Bronze medal winner Ashgar Akmal (Royal Asad x Akira As), bred and owned by Akmal Stud.
In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Fajer Aa (Shanghai Ea x Fadwa Aa), bred by Ariela Arabians Ltd & Doron Balulu and owned by Ariela Arabians Farm Ltd. Silver medal winner Rd Rajan (Polidoro Fc x Rd Quianna), bred by Rae-Dawn Arabians and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek. Bronze medal winner Sta High Voltaj (Taj Raheem x Rose Cme), bred by Marion Maschke & Andreas Maschke and owned by Al Wajba Stud.
In the SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Hl El Ganador (Hp Shakir Te x Lonco Baby Maria), bred by Family Duch Matthei and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek. Silver medal winner Pilatus Pcf (Exxalt x Alexandria Pcf), bred by Sam Peacemaker and owned by Amer Stud. Bronze medal winner Sinmar Al Bidayer (Shanghai Ea x Salwa Albidayer), bred by Albidayer Stud and owned by Wang Xin.
5TH ALL NATIONS CUP STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN SPECIFIC ORIGIN SHOW
The prestigious 5th All Nations Cup Straight Egyptian Specific Origin Show was held concurrently with the Title show at the elegant Albert Vahle Halle equestrian facilities. The event concluded with the announcement of the following champion medal horses:
In the S.E. FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Shams Huda Onallah (Naseem Al Rashediah x Hyam-O), bred and owned by Onalla Hoda. Silver medal winner Namara El Alya (Ansata Nile Echo x Noor Al Rayyan), bred by El Alya Stud and owned by Al Hamama Stud. Bronze medal winner Ghaya El Alya (Qamar El Zaman Al Waab x Ghezlan Al Waab), bred by El Alya Stud and owned by Al Hamama Stud.
In the S.E. MARES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Nadrah Al Nasser (Shagran Al Nasser x Jamila Al Nasser), bred and owned by Al Nasser Stud. Silver medal winner D Afaf (Frasera Mashar x Esa Arieanna Express), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Bronze medal winner Alghalia Al Ward (Ezz Aldanat x Sarrah Ezzain), bred by Salah Ahmad Abdullrahman Alterkeet and owned by Abdullatif A A A Al Shaya.
In the S.E. COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Dg Hayel (Naseem Al Rashediah x Dg Haya), bred and owned by Dg Arabians. Silver medal winner Ab Feras (Adeeb Al Hilalya x Ab Farah), bred and owned by Abhaa Arabians-Ahmad A S Albabtain. Bronze medal winner Naeem Al Baydaa (Naseem Al Rashediah x Narges Al Baidaa), bred and owned by Al Baydaa Farm - Ahmed el Talawy.
In the S.E. STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Pse Al Rakhan (Royal Colours x Pse Mistrez), bred by Prestige BVBA and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.
Silver medal winner Azzim Al Boraq (Maghribi x Jouhira Al Boraq), bred and owned by Haras Al Boraq. The show did not have a Bronze medal winner at this 5th All Nations Cup Straight Egyptian Specific Origin Show.
SPECIAL AWARDS
BEST SIRE TITLE SHOW - Shanghai Ea (Wh Justice x Salimah Ea), bred by Equus Arabians-Albert Sorroca and owned by Ajman Stud – HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi.
BEST SIRE S.E. SHOW Naseem Al Rashediah (AL Adeed Al Shaqab x Nabaweyyah Ezzain), bred and owned by Al Rashediah Stud
BEST OWNER NATION TITLE SHOW - United Arab Emirates
BEST OWNER NATION S.E. SHOW - Qatar
BEST BREEDER NATION TITLE SHOW - United Arab Emirates
BEST BREEDER NATION S.E. SHOW - Qatar
BEST FEMALE - TITLE SHOW ECAHO - Anastazja (Psyche Keretb x Echo Aurora), bred and owned by Chrcynno-Pałac Stud.
BEST FEMALE S.E. SHOW - D Afaf (Frasera Mashar x Esa Arieanna Express), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.
BEST MALE TITLE SHOW - HL El Ganador (Hp Shakir Te x Lonco Baby Maria), bred by Family Duch Matthei and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud – Nayla Hayek.
BEST MALE S.E. SHOW - Pse Al Rakhan (Royal Colours x Pse Mistrez), bred by Prestige BVBA and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.
BEST PARTICIPATING EUROPEAN BREEDER TITLE SHOW - Knocke Arabians/NV Zoutekreken
BEST PARTICIPATING EUROPEAN BREEDER S.E. SHOW - Prestige Arabians
BEST PARTICIPATING FARM TITLE SHOW - Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek
BEST PARTICIPATING EUROPEAN FARM S.E. SHOW - Chess Arabians
BEST PARTICIPATING BREEDER TITLE SHOW - Dubai Arabian Horse Stud
BEST PARTICIPATING FARM TITLE SHOW - Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek
BEST TYPE FEMALE S.E. SHOW - D Afaf (Frasera Mashar x Esa Arieanna Express), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.
BEST TYPE MALE S.E. SHOW - Pse Al Rakhan (Royal Colours x Pse Mistrez), bred by Prestige BVBA and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.
BEST PARTICIPATING FARM S.E. SHOW - Dubai Arabian Horse Stud
40TH ALL-NATIONS CUP - CONCLUSION
The All Nations Cup has a rich history and has welcomed numerous Arabian horse enthusiasts to commemorate its 40th anniversary. The calibre of the horses was exceptional in both the Title Show and The Straight Egyptian Event. The judges did an excellent job in scoring and ranking the horses and the handlers delivered outstanding performances generating an intense competition over three days. We thank VZAP - the German Arab Horse Society, and their teams for inviting Arabian Horse Magazine to report on the event. It was incredibly heartening to witness so many participants and winners from Europe and Arabian countries discovering a second home in Aachen and we look forward to many more years of fostering friendships, camaraderie, and passion! Hats off to everyone involved, and until next time, Aachen!
YEARLING FILLIES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
ROYAL FUTURISTA
AJ RADMAN X HK SWEET MUSIQUE
OWNER: AL WAJBA STUD
BREEDER: ROYAL ARABIANS
DURRAT ALBIDAYER
JYAR MEIA LUA X A VISION MI
OWNER: SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN SAOUD ALQASSIMI
BREEDER: SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN SAOUD ALQASSIMI
D THAW
D SERAJ X D FANNANAH
OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
YEARLING COLTS
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
ROYAL ASAD X DHMA
OWNER: AL KHAWOLID STUD
KH HABS
ALAAINAH
BREEDER: QASSIM NASIR QASIM ALBASSRI
AB BANDAR
D SERAJ X
PRISCILLA OS
OWNER: ABHAA ARABIANS - AHMAD A S ALBABTAIN
BREEDER: ABHAA ARABIANS - AHMAD A S ALBABTAIN
ASHGAR AKMAL
ROYAL ASAD X AKIRA AS
OWNER: AKMAL STUD
BREEDER: AKMAL STUD
JUNIOR FILLIES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
OWNER:
BREEDER:
ALAWIYA AL SHEIKH
SHANGHAI EA X ALGAMRA
AL SHEIKH STUD
AL SHEIKH STUD
D RASEEL
D SERAJ X ELLE FLAMENCA
OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
REEF AQ
GHAITH AL ZOBAIR X SHIKHA AL JBREEN
OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD - NAYLA HAYEK
BREEDER: ABDULAZIZ ABDULRAHMAN ALLOWAIHIQ
JUNIOR COLTS
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
FAJER AA
OWNER:
BREEDER:
STA HIGH VOLTAJ
SHANGHAI EA X FADWA AA
ARIELA ARABIANS FARM LTD
ARIELA ARABIANS LTD + BALULU DORON
TAJ RAHEEM X ROSE CME
OWNER: AL WAJBA STUD
SENIOR MARES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
OWNER:
WILDONA
SHANGHAI EA X WILDA
HANAYA ARABIAN STUD - NAYLA HAYEK
BREEDER: STADNINA KONI MICHAŁÓW SP. Z O.O.
MARAJJ X FT SHAELLA
OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
ECHO ANASTAZJA
PSYCHE KERET X ECHO AURORA
OWNER: SK CHRCYNNO-PAŁAC
BREEDER: SK CHRCYNNO-PAŁAC
D SHAHLA
SENIOR STALLION
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
PILATUS PCF
EXXALT X ALEXANDRIA PCF
OWNER: AMER STUD
BREEDER: SAM PEACEMAKER
PHOTO BY EWA IMIELSKA-HEBDA - COPYRIGHT BY TUTTO ARABI
HL EL GANADOR
HP SHAKIR TE X LONCO BABY MARIA
OWNER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD - NAYLA HAYEK
BREEDER: FAMILIA DUCH MATTHEI - CHL
SINMAR ALBIDAYER
SHANGHAI EA X SALWA AL BIDAYER
OWNER: WANG XIN
BREEDER: ALBIDAYER STUD
MOMENTS & PEOPLE
Written by Sonia Smaldone & Gianluca Martino
Delegates from princes, sheikhs, emirs, and famous European breeding programs converged in Vermezzo from October 12 to 13, 2024, at the CMV Royal Club just outside Milan, for the Arabian Horse Oscars. These magnificent horses represent the purest thoroughbred breed on the planet, comprising approximately 4% of Arabian horses. These beautiful living creatures embody the extraordinary passion of the wealthiest and most powerful sheikhs, showcasing a legacy of elegance and strength. At SERWC, Arabian Horse Magazine was warmly welcomed and hosted by Mrs Barbara Morali, the organizer and mind behind the Royal World Cup 2024, for the event’s press and media coverage.
Among the judges were Mr Ahmed Mohamed Badrawy (Iraq), Mr Medhat Gaber (Egypt), Mr Giorgio Rossi (Italy), Mr Christian Moschini (Italy), Dr Nagham Aldabbous (Kuwait) and Mr Mohammed Saif Al Hajri (Qatar). The SERWC 2024, kicked off on October 12, 2024, at 15:00 and concluded on October 13, 2024 at 20:00 Europe/Rome. Before sharing the final results and the best moments of it, we want to wholeheartedly thank Mrs Barbara Morali for selecting us as her trusted press and media partner again for the 2024 edition. Thank you so much, Barbara. Arabian Horse Magazine looks forward to collaborating with you in the upcoming year as well!
STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN ROYAL WORLD CUP 2024
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS
In the FUTURITY CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Khaleefa (Kharafi Al Danat x Khaleesi) bred and owned by Rosa Lo Iacono. At the Straight Egyptian Royal World Cup 2024, no bronze or silver medals were awarded.
In the YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Ghaya El Alya (Qamar El Zaman Al Waab x Ghezlan Al Waab), bred by El Alya Stud and owned by Al Hamama Stud. Silver medal winner Or Margot (Ayal El Asill x Or Matilde), bred and owned by Allevamento Ol Ri. Bronze medal winner Preziosa Ppj (Ezz Al Danat x Unica Ppj), bred and
owned by Donato Prisco.
In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Namara El Alya (Ansata Nile Echo x Noor Al Rayyan A), bred by El Alya Stud and owned by Al Hamama Stud. Silver medal winner Sana Al Waab (Tajweed Al Waab x Sohb Obh Al Rayyan), bred by Al Waab Stud and owned by Giuseppe Baragiani. Bronze medal winner Hanaya Farasheh (Al Raheb Aa x Bint Fari Ha Magidaa), bred by Hanaya Arabian Stud - Nayla Hayek and owned by Antonio Nunziata.
In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Khaleesi (Ayal El Asill x Baydah), bred and owned by Margherita Cracchiolo. Silver medal winner Unica Ppj (Naseem Al Rashedia x Sl Prezio-
sa), bred and owned by Donato Prisco. Bronze medal winner Jowhara Ppj (Ezz Al Danat x Umai Al Adeed), bred by Donato Prisco and Lauri Arabians.
No YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP was at the Straight Egyptian Royal World Cup 2024.
In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Maher Sarhan Ts (Rayyan Al Naif x Mas Romana), bred by Al Ts Stud Morocco and owned by Said Tadlaoui – Al Ts Stud Morocco. Silver medal winner Amhar Del Sar (Fa Nile Safir x Magic Sibilla), bred and owned by Francesco Gaito. Bronze medal winner Tb Hadir (Naseem Alrashedyah x Tb Helwa), bred by Allevamento Le Tre Balzane and owned by Jith Usama.
In the SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Pse Alrakan (Royal Colours x Pse Mistrez), bred by Prestige Bvba and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner Martial Ppj (Naseem Al Rashediah x Dalila By Sabah), bred and owned by Donato Prisco. Martial Ppj also won by class. Bronze medal winner Bahar El Kuwait (Marwan Elkuwait x Bilqis Ev), bred by Ahmad Alabdulghafoor and Arabian Horse Center.
SPECIAL AWARDS
The Best In Show was the already crowned Gold Medal Champion Junior Fillies Namara El Alya (Ansata Nile Echo x Noor Al Rayyan A), bred by El Alya Stud and owned by Al Hamama Stud.
The Best Head Male was awarded to the Gold Medal Champion Senior Stallions Pse Alrakan (Royal Colours x Pse Mistrez), bred by Prestige Bvba and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.
YEARLING FILLIES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
OR MARGOT
AYAL EL ASILL X OR MATILDE
OWNER: ALLEVAMENTO OL RI
BREEDER: ALLEVAMENTO OL RI
GHAYA EL ALYA
QAMAR EL ZAMAN AL WAAB X GHEZLAN AL WAAB
OWNER: AL HAMAMA STUD
BREEDER: EL ALYA STUD
PREZIOSA PPJ
EZZ AL DANAT X UNICA PPJ
OWNER: PRISCO DONATO
BREEDER: PRISCO DONATO
JUNIOR FILLIES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
SANA AL WAAB
TAJWEED AL WAAB X SOBH AL RAYYAN
OWNER: GIUSEPPE BARAGIANI
BREEDER: AL WAAB STUD - QATAR
NAMARA EL ALYA
ANSATA NILE ECHO X NOOR AL RAYYAN
OWNER: AL HAMAMA STUD
BREEDER: EL ALYA STUD
HANAYA FARASHEH
AL RAHEB AA X BINT FARI HA MAGIDAA
OWNER: NUNZIATA ANTONIO
BREEDER: HANAYA ARABIAN STUD - NAYLA HAYEK
JUNIOR COLTS
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
AMHAR DEL SAR
FA NILE SAFIR X MAGIC SIBILLA
OWNER: GAITO FRANCESCO
BREEDER: GAITO FRANCESCO
MAHER SARHAN TS
RAYYAN AL NAIF X MAS ROMANA
OWNER: TADLAOUI SAID - AL TS STUD MOROCCO
BREEDER: AL TS STUD MOROCCO
TB HADIR
NASEEM ALRASHEDYAH X TB HELWA
OWNER: USAMA JITH
BREEDER: ALLEVAMENTO LE TRE BALZANE
SENIOR MARES
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
NASEEM AL RASHEDIAH X SL
OWNER: PRISCO DONATO
BREEDER: PRISCO ANTONIO
UNICA PPJ
PREZIOSA
KHALEESI
AYAL EL ASILL X BAYDAH
OWNER: MARGHERITA CRACCHIOLO
BREEDER: MARGHERITA CRACCHIOLO
JOWHARA PPJ
EZZ AL DANAT X UMAI AL ADEED
OWNER: LAURI ARABIANS
BREEDER: PRISCO DONATO
SENIOR STALLION
FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP
MARTIAL PPJ
NASEEM AL RASHEDIAH X DALILA BY SABAH
OWNER: PRISCO DONATO
BREEDER: PRISCO DONATO
PSE AL RAKHAN
ROYAL COLOURS X PSE MISTREZ
OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD
BREEDER: PRESTIGE BVBA
BAHAR EL KUWAIT
MARWAN ELKUWAIT X BILQIS EV
OWNER: ARABIAN HORSE CENTER
BREEDER: AHMAD ALABDULGHAFOOR
MOMENTS & PEOPLE
Who is Gabriela Thiry, exactly?
My name is Gabriela Thiry. I was born in Poland, but my whole life combines two countries because I’m half Polish and half Belgian. As a child with my parents, I travelled a lot in Europe because of my dad’s work, but we lived in Poland permanently when I started school. Although I wanted to become a veterinarian from an early age, I ultimately graduated from the University of Law. As a child, I loved animals, especially horses and dogs. Dad always took me to see the horses at the stables and my riding lessons began when I was three years old. At the age of seven, I began my first internship in a stable in Belgium. At age 8, I fell off my horse very badly while jumping. It was a very traumatic experience for me and I was afraid of horses for three years. So I avoided the stables. After two years, my fear passed and I returned to riding, training jumping and cross-country riding, and I started dreaming about my horse. I read a lot about horses. I drew horses, watched movies, and searched through sales ads on the internet
and newspapers. In two words - horses everywhere. My parents hoped that I would get bored one day with horses, but they always supported me in this, even though they were worried about me because of my passion. In 2006, I went with my parents to buy my first horse which was my dream horse and which I put into all the pocket money I had. We went to Wrocław to watch a beautiful black gelding named Ajax, a mix of Hanover and Oldenburg blood on who I wanted to start my future competitions. Until now, I remember the horror in my mum’s eyes when her 13-year-old daughter wanted a 175cm tall horse. We didn’t have a stable ready, therefore, we went to a family friend who was an Arabian horse breeder to look at stabling Ajax there. He had only grey Arabian horses, which my parents tried to convince me to look at, saying how gorgeous they were but really because they were much smaller than my dream horse. Finally, my dad decided that we were going to buy Ajax. I couldn’t sleep all night because I was so excited about having my own horse. We arrived to see Ajax again and then he bit my hand extremely hard. As you can guess,
I didn’t want this horse at all. So, I returned home without a horse, but with his teeth reflected on my hand. My mom did not agree to buy a horse but she preferred grey Arabs because she knew that I would want another giant mastodon. Again, I started my research but it was an Arabian horse this time. In 2007, I found a website of an Arabian breeder in Łódź and with my grandmother, we went to see a three-year-old Zorita (Turban x Zuzela by Egzamin). At that time I didn’t know anything about Arabians and I thought it was a horse like any other but smaller. I recorded this young mare with my camera and showed her to my parents. Her appearance in front of us will always be etched in my memory. She floated above the ground with her tail up and had beautiful, black shiny eyes. My dad gave me the green light to buy Zorita. And a month later she was mine. I wanted a big black horse and I ended up with a grey Arabian pony! Zorita was just broken in. She taught me how to ride and fall off… well. Of course, I never admitted any of the falls to my parents. This fearless and extremely
fast mare made me fall in love with Arabian horses and I wanted to learn everything about them. This is how GT Arabians started. Without my parents’ commitment to my passion, I would never have achieved what I have now. We are a family that breeds horses with heart.
Tell us about your early steps in the Arabian Horse industry. Who were your mentors (or the most important people for you) during your formative years?
My parents and I went to stables all over Europe. We visited such studs like Michałów (one of my biggest crushes), Jadem Arabians of Christine Jamar and Schoukens Training Center etc.. But I was blown away when I saw the 2008 Pride of Poland in Janów Podlaski and the stunning Kwestura sold for 1.125.000 euros. I had a huge fascination for Kwestura and her father Monogramm. I will never forget how I tormented my parents with printing pedigree, showing them live streams or videos of shows and talking about Arabian horses all the
time. Despite their reluctance, I finally infected them with my love for these horses as an only child. I never had a mentor, I was fascinated by the state studs and horses, but one of my inspirations was Christine Jamar and I wanted to be like her. She is a person with incredible knowledge, a powerful woman, an amazing breeder and outstanding judge and I have a lot of respect for her. I learned by comparing horses and recognizing desirable and undesirable traits.
Gabriela, if you are primarily a good breeder, do you think you will also be a good judge?
You will never be a good breeder if you are not a good judge, because it is harder to evaluate your own horses than other people’s horses. You must see the pros and the cons to evaluate their breeding value. When you see horses every day, you train your eye and you are much more sensitive to many things. You see the differences
between them, the lamenesses, you understand the anatomy, movement, and you feel these amazing animals.
What made you want to become a judge at some point?
I want to learn, I want to know everything about horses, and I want to do it professionally and have an influence on breeding. Judges set trends because they decide in which direction breeding goes.
What training did you receive to become a National Judge Level 1?
In October 2023, I passed the judge course exam organized by the Polish organization and Berengere Fayt. I received instructions to perform three probations and I did four probations in 2024. Additionally, I was on a lot of shows to train my eye and learn. I was
added to the National List in October 2024. Then, I signed up for the Level I Judges Assessment in Strohen. During this exam, I tried to do my best. I got a positive result and become an ECAHO National Judge.
How many probations have you got at your credit so far? What memories do you retain of the last one in Janow on the occasion of the Pride of Poland?
I did four probations with Berengere Fayt in Sweden, Lucas Goździalski in Poland, Marek Trela in Germany and Robbie Den Hartog in Poland. Berengere is a fantastic teacher, she made me believe that I could be a judge carefully introduced me to judging and gave me a lot of advice. Thanks to her knowledge I was able to enter deeper and deeper waters. My next probation was in Bialka with Lucas Goździalski, an amazing judge and person. He is very demanding and precise, but thanks to this he detects my shortcomings and taught me how to assess the body and legs of horses. He was very strict with me and said I would pass Level I if I was as good as the others. In Strohen I was with Marek Trela, a living legend in my eyes. I learned a lot and his advice sharpened my senses. He is a wonderful person with incredible knowledge and I was grateful I could do my probation with him. Thanks to this probation I gained more confidence in myself. My last probation was with Robbie Den Hartog during the Polish National Arabian Horse Show Pride
of Poland in Janow Podlaski, a place for which I have a huge sentiment. And I’m happy I had the opportunity to be there in the ring and have a wonderful time.
Which system of judging at shows do you prefer? Why?
I like the 20-point system with half points. As far as I’m concerned, it is the most accurate and understandable pointing system, but a wider scoring scale would help breeders understand better.
What skills are necessary to become accountable judges for the public?
In my opinion, a good judge must have both practical and theoretical knowledge of horses, as they need to justify their evaluations. Judges should be confident in their assessments and honest in their decisions. Above all, the judge must prioritize the welfare of the horses and consider their future in breeding.
How do you tackle the concepts of beauty and functional correctness in contemporary pure-bred Arabians?
I ride horses, both for racing and for sports. Therefore, we have to remember what the horse was created for. Functionality comes first, then beauty. An Arabian horse with a beautiful head, but without movement, loses all its magic. For proper movement, it needs proper anatomy and functionality.
Which champion stallion is your favourite at the moment? How about your favourite mares?
One of my favourite stallions is QR Marc, a show bomb and an extraordinary sire. Despite his age, he looks phenomenal at Schoukens Training Center. I have a crush on AJ Kaya who also has the blood of Kwestura and is the quintessence of a modern Arabian horse. She is a mare with excellent type, a beautiful head, a perfect body, and spectacular movement. She is just complete.
What will the next probation be? In Europe or outside Europe?
I want to see horses around the globe, so it’s hard to tell where I will go next...
Gabriela. Are you ready to connect with Arabian horse breeders and owners everywhere? Leave your message and share your thoughts with a passionate community that cherishes these magnificent creatures!
The diversity of nationalities and cultures is wonderful because we share one passion. We all share a passion for Arabian horses, which I like to call “Arabitis.” I take great pride in being part of this extraordinary industry. I would like to express my gratitude to my family and friends for their unwavering support and trust in me. As a little girl, I had big dreams. And now those dreams have evolved into a vision for the future that I am excited to pursue. Nothing is impossible; the word itself says “I’m possible.”
Written by Sonia Smaldone & Gianluca Martino
A SHORT INTRODUCTION
The Arabian horse, which is believed to have originated from the Arabian desert, has a longstanding tradition of breeding and showcasing also in Europe. Particularly, Spain France, Belgium, The Netherlands and Poland, proudly possess breeding histories that span over two centuries. For these countries, the historical European Championships for Arabian Horses, exclusively for European-bred horses, have been one of the most valuable platforms for Old Continent breeders to showcase their best breeding products and provide a significant counterbalance to the multitude of Arabian Peninsula shows.
This famous Title show made a return on the weekend of 26-27 October 2024 to Lier, Belgium. The 2024 edition attracted participation from some of the most influential European breeding programs that have played a major role in shaping the modern European-bred Arabian horse: Janow Podlaski Stud, Michałów Stud, Klikowa Arabians, Nayla Hayek’s Hanaya Arabian Stud, Flaxman Arabian, Forelock´s Arabians, Kalliste Arabians, Ismer Stud, De Cartherey Arabians to mention a few.
THE OFFICIALS AND SHOW STAFF
Judging at the European Championships 2024 was conducted by a panel consisting of Mrs Janet Court (United Kingdom), Mr Klaus G. Beste (Germany), Mrs Maria Annaratone Ferraroni (Italy), Mr Murillo Kammer (Brazil), and Mr Ali Shaarawi (Egypt).The successful and seamless execution of the show was firmly supported by a dedicated team of Disciplinary Commissioners, including Dr Malak Benamar from Morocco, Ms Line Brunsgaard representing Denmark, Mrs Vivian Van Eerten from the Netherlands, and Mr Bart Beckers from Belgium. Their expertise and guidance ensured that all aspects of the show
THE SHOW
The show kicked off on October 26, 2024 at 09:30 Europe/Rome and concluded on October 27, 2024 at 20:00 Europe/Rome with the champion winners of the European Championships 2024:
In the FILLY FOALS CHAMPIONSHIP, 1st on the podium, Forelock’s Ybo (Exagon Os x Forelock´s Yinx), bred and owned by Forelock´s Arabians. 2nd on the podium Cba Diana (Rfi Unique x Cba Indiyana), bred and owned by Claus Bouchée - Bouchée Arabians. 3rd on the podium
adhered to the highest standards of fairness and professionalism.The role of the Ringmaster was skilfully covered by Mr Gerard Oben (Belgium), adding to the event’s organized atmosphere and engaging proceedings.
In terms of press and media coverage, the competition received notable attention from prestigious outlets such as Arabian Horse Magazine and Tutto Arabi, both from Italy, which contributed to the promotion and visibility of the show. Additionally, the live-streaming services were expertly managed by Elvis Giughera’s Arabian Essence, (Italy) allowing a wider audience to experience the excitement and highlights of the show in real time.
Pamelah O (Wf Ggawin x Athbayat Jj), bred and owned by Sweden Arabian Stud. Pamelah O also won by judge choice.
In the YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Oona Umm (Eks Farajj x Zaina Os), bred by Moell & Moëll Arabians and owned by Pamela & Daniel Moëll. Silver medal winner Ghaila Ao (Morion x Ginevra), bred and owned by Adam Ochman - Polia Arabians. Bronze medal winner Zahra Bs (Rfi Unique x Kithara Ka), bred and owned by Nathalie de Haes - Budhen´s Stud.
In the JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Gloryana (Pandorez O x Psafeena), bred by Christine Blyth and owned by Rob Heijmans. Silver medal winner Bianca Of Sinus (Fadi Al Shaqab x Ballena), bred by Sinus Arab Stud and owned by Adam (Ochman - Polia Arabians. Bronze medal winner Wildonara (Paris x Wildona), bred and owned by Michałów Stud.
In the SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Mamma Mia (E.s. Harir x Va Magnifica), bred by Tomasz Tarczynski and owned by Hanaya Arabian Stud, Nayla Hayek. Silver medal winner Pustynna Noc (Wh Kaneko x Pu-
stynna Rosa), bred by Michałów Stud and owned by Nathalie de Haes - Budhen´s Stud. Bronze medal winner Adelita (Kahil Al Shaqab x Altamira), bred and owned by Janow Podlaski Stud.
In the COLT FOALS CHAMPIONSHIP, 1st on the podium, Unicumm Dd (Rfi Unique x Annabelle Dd), bred by Dirk Dejonckeere and owned by Trs Bv – James Swaenepoel. 2nd on the podium Raptor Kalliste (Royal Asad x Arte´Miss Kalliste), bred and owned by Kalliste Arabians. 3rd on the podium Aventador Kossack (Exagon Os x A Lady Of Kossack), bred and owned by the Kossack Stud Bv.
In the YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Comoros (Hl El Ganador x Cedora), bred and owned by Janow Podlaski Stud. Silver medal winner Sh Farajj’s Akil K.a. (Eks Farajj x Silhouette As), bred and owned by Wilfried Reynaert/ Paul Gheysens - Sea Horse Bv - Nv Zoutekreken. Bronze medal winner Samir Da (Hl El Ganador x Savannah), bred and owned by Danubius Arabians.
In the JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Elon Kl (Qr Marc x Erigone), bred by Klikowa Rzepka Spòlka Jawna and owned by Klikowa Arabians. Silver medal winner Is Wincent (Ebt Bel Subayan x Is Wenetzia), bred
and owned by Dr Nils Ismer - Ismer Stud. Bronze medal winner Widad De Cartherey (Fa El Rasheem x Maya As), bred and owned by De Cartherey Arabians.
In the SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP, Gold medal winner Erantis (Ascot Dd x Eugara), bred and owned by Janow Podlaski Stud. Silver medal winner Paris (Kahil Al Shaqab x Palmeta), bred and owned by Janow Podlaski and owned by Adam Ochman - Polia Arabians. Bronze medal winner, Pinito (Alihandro x Piniata), bred by Janow Podlaski Stud and owned by Flaxman Arabian - Kay & Helen Hennekens-van Nes.
SPECIAL AWARDS
Best Movement Female & Highest Scoring Senior Female - Adelita
Best Movement Male - Zloty Medal
Best European Breeder - Janow Podlaski Stud
Highest Scoring Junior Female - Bianca Of Sinus
Highest Scoring Junior Male - Comoros
Highest Scoring Senior Male - Erantis
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Arabian Horse Magazine Team extends heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in the European Championships 2024 in Lier, Belgium. We are deeply grateful for the wonderful hospitality provided by the organisers, which significantly enriched our experience at the event. Our heartfelt thanks go to all the officials and technical staff whose commitment and effort contributed to the championships’ outstanding success. We are excited to see you for another fantastic edition of this important morphology event in the heart of Europe!
Thee Desperado Apr.5.1989-July.26. 2013(The Minstril x AK Amiri Asmarr Mar.14.1985 by The Egyptian Prince). Bred by Mr. Tom and Mrs. Martha Salome, MarSal Arabians, Crawford, Texas. Owned by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. U.S. National Reserve Champion and Scottsdale Supreme Champion Stallion.
From the same family as Rhapsody In Black, Thee Desperado produced a super stallion: the grey Thee Revolution (1996), son of the mare Bint Zaarina (1988) (Ruminaja Ali x Glorieta Zaarina), bred by Mrs Marilyn Thomas, Falconwood Legacy Bloodstock, Texarkana, Texas. The last owners of Thee Revolution were Mr Bill and Mrs Kristy Whipperman of Infinity Egyptian Stud, Freeland, Maryland. The grey mare Bint Zaarina (1988), bred by Mrs Judy and Mr James Sirbasku on Rock Creek Arabians, was a full sister to the black mare Aliashahm RA (1985-19.09.2002) and became a U.S. and Canadian National Top Ten Halter Mare. She was a tall, strong mare with an equally powerful and charismatic personality. Bint Zaarina was very fluid in her movements and looked striking when stepping into the arena, which delighted fans in the nineties. The classic beauty of Thee Revolution (1996) mirrored his dam in male shape, matured at an older age. He was the classic desert horse, elegant, lean and correct, with a beautiful head and two amazing large, black eyes. Presented several times to the U.S. Egyptian Event, Thee Revolution won several accolades: 2004 U.S. Egyptian Event Unanimous Champion Most Classic Head, 2004 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Champion World Class Stallions 6-9 Years
Bint Zaarina 1988-2013(Ruminaja Ali x Glorieta Zaarina) with Mrs. Shawn Crews. Bred by Mr. James and Mrs Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. Owned by Mrs. Marilyn Thomas, Falconwood Legacy Bloodstock, Texarkana, Texas. Canadian and U.S. National Top Ten Halter Mare.
Thee Revolution 1996(Thee Desperado x Bint Zaarina). Bred by Mrs. Marilyn Thomas, Falconwood Legacy Bloodstock, Texarkana, Texas. Last owner Mr. Billy and Mrs. Kristy Whipperman, Infinity Egyptian Stud, Freeland, Maryland.
old, 2006 U.S. Egyptian Event Unanimous Champion Most Classic Head, 2006 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Champion World Class Stallions 10 & over, behind only the great Laheeb (02.01.1996-04.03.2022) (Imperial Imdal x A.K. Latifa) who was crowned Champion. Thee Revolution proved an excellent sire as well. Sadly, he didn’t have the same opportunities as the other sons of Thee Desperado, so he left little progeny. However, it’s not always the best stallions that produce a lot. Another exquisite black daughter by Thee Desperado - I have already spoken about her, but it is worth remembering - was The Vision HG (17.02.1994-14.08.2018) (Thee Desperado x Belle Staar 26.02.199020.01.2009 by The Minstril). As well as the chestnut stunning stallion True Colors (02.07.1997) (Thee Desperado x Daheda 17.05.198731.10.2018 by Dalul), one of the best sons of Thee Desperado, about whom I have talked a lot in the past. One of the jewels produced by Thee Desperado was a grey Abeyyah Om Jurays mare from the family of El Shahbaa (19.01.1925) of the Inshass Stud: Savannah CC (05.05.1997Apr.2012), a daughter of Miss Maggie Mae (09.05.1991-May 2014) (The Minstril x Bint Magidaa), coming from one of the dam lines that have produced the most in the Straight Egyptian Arabian Horse world with majestic subjects of both sexes. Some of the most illustrious stallions of this family are individuals like Ruminaja Ali, Ruminaja Bahjat and Alidaar - all maternal brothers to Miss Maggie Mae. For her part, Miss Maggie Mae was the daughter of one of the most pivotal matrons of the breed: Bint Magidaa (04.02.1970-19.11.1998) (Khofo x Magidaa), and the legendary The Minstril, also a grandson of Bint Magidaa. So, when Miss Maggie Mae was bred to Thee Desperado, a magnificent filly came to this world. The one who would become the special grey mare Savannah CC: a double The Minstril, which revealed a massive blood concentration of her grand dam Bint Magidaa. Savannah CC (05.05.1997-April 2012) was bred by Mr John W. Green IV, owner of Cadron Creek Arabians, in Quitman, Arkansas. When she was about three years old, this delightful charcoal grey filly, with a light silver
The Vision HG Feb.17.1994-Aug.14.2018(Thee Desperado x Belle Staar). Bred by Mrs. Marilyn Geurin, Hamilton Gates Arabians, Hot Springs, Arizona. Owned by Ariela Arabians, Bnei Zion, Israel. 1999 Israeli National Champion Mare and Multi-Champion.
Kavetas Miracle RCA 2009(Thee Desperado x Kaveta). Bred by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. Owned by Mr. Ayad Al Thuwainy, Alghanayim Arabian Stud, Al Wafrah, Kuwait.
Savannah CC May.5.1997-Apr.2012(Thee Desperado x Miss Maggie Mae).
Bred by Mr. John W. Green IV, Cadron Creek Arabians, Quitman, Arkansas. Owned by Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Gail Mailloux, Two Silos Farm, Rogersville, Missouri. 1999 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Champion, World Class Yearling Fillies.
tail and mane, moved from the farm in Arkansas, where she was born, to a new home in the rolling hills of southern Missouri, Two Silos Farm, owned by Mr Joseph and Mrs Gail Mailloux, located in Rogersville, Missouri. Savannah CC remained there until the first days of April 2012, the month of her early passing. The elegant and dancing Savannah CC, always alert and focused on to her surroundings, was a charismatic mare with great temperament. At the same time, she was very kind, incredibly beautiful with perfect morphology. It was also a pleasure to ride her. She was light and supple in her movements and particularly receptive to commands. Savannah CC was much admired and praised as a filly, but after winning the 1999 Egyptian Event Reserve Champion title, the World Class Yearling Fillies title, in a very large category, her show career was suddenly broken up to become the prolific broodmare of Two Silos Farm. Her first foal was the lovely grey Dianaah (2002) by Shahir (12.06.1993) (Salaa El Dine x Imperial Imphayana), sold to Mrs Jeannette Longley of Dalton, Georgia. Dianaah was extraordinarily beautiful and had powerful movement, a high classy broodmare, and a Reserve Champion at the U.S. Egyptian Event. I will continue the list with other famous sons of Savannah CC. The grey stallion Nader Al Jamal (06.04.2004-June 2014) by Ansata Sinan (16.02.1992-2011) (Prince Fa Moniet x Ansata Nefara), who was called “TS Atlanta” at birth. He was sold as a weaning to “Atlanta Partners” Capstone Arabians & Tourbillon Farm, Indianapolis, Indiana. In Autumn 2006, Nader Al Jamal was leased to Ariela Arabians, Bnei Zion, Israel, where he proved to be a great sire. He became a Champion horse who garnered international recognition, with exceptional morphology, brilliant and kind. Unfortunately, he died very early in June 2014. Nader Al Jamal also reached excellent results in Halter show: 2005 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Champion Yearling Futurity; 2006 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Two Years-old Champion; 2007 Israeli Egyptian Event Junior Champion Colt; 2007 Israeli National Champion Colt; 2008 Israeli Reserve National Champion Stallion; 2008 Israeli Egyptian
Al Bahir 2006(Ansata Sinan x Savannah CC). Bred by Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Gail Mailloux, Two Silos Farm, Rogersville, Missouri. Owned by Mr. Hank and Mrs. Sandy Deshazer, Deshazer Arabians, Cypress, Texas. 2014 U.S. Egyptian Event Silver Champion Stallion.
Illa Magidaa LDA 2002(Thee Desperado x Bint Bint Magidaa 1987 by Shaikh Al Badi x Bint Magidaa). Bred by Bint Bint Magidaa Partnership, Texas. Owned by Mr. Dan and Mrs. Louise DeRusseau, LD Arabians, Cedar Creek, Texas.
Alia Valentino 2003-June.23.2012(Thee Desperado x Ali Maarlia). Bred by Mrs. Janet Stevenson, Sho Shana Arabians, The Yellow Briar Farm, 1 Orangeville, Ontario, Canada. Owned by Mrs. Keitha Manning Adams and Mr. Wayne Adams, MacKayne Arabians, Mabank, Texas. Multi-Champion.
Event Senior Champion Stallion; and 2010 Israeli Egyptian Event Silver Champion Stallion. Crossing Ansata Sinan with Savannah CC proved a breeding success, reiterated with the birth of the beautiful grey Al Bahir (2006), 2007 U.S. Egyptian Event Futurity Champion Yearling Colt and 2014 U.S. Egyptian Event Silver Champion Stallion. Al Bahir (2006) was sold to Mr Hank and Mrs Sandy DeShazer of DeShazer Arabians, Cypress, Texas. The same cross also produced the grey filly TS Vivien Leigh (2008), which remained
was the good-looking dark bay filly, almost black Apolloniaa (2010), booked and developed by Dr and Mrs Brock Livingston of Capstone Arabians, Indianapolis, Indiana, long before her birth. Savannah CC’s last filly was the gorgeous black The Black Magidaa (2012). Savannah CC was not only a splendid mare. She was also an exceptional conveyor of qualities, regardless of the stallion she was bred to. Another superlative daughter of Thee Desperado was the grey Alia Valentino (2003-23.06.2012) out of the mare Ali Maar-
the property of Two Silos Farm, and won the 2010 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Champion 2 Years Old Straight Egyptian Futurity Filly Title. Another colt by Al Adeed Al Shaqab (13.04.1995-04.11.2018) (Ansata Halim Shah x Sundar Alisayyah) was born in 2009 of whom nothing is known. From 2010 until her death, Savannah CC has always been covered with the World Champion Hadidi (22.02.1990-24.07.2017) (Norus x Habet Allah), by whom two fillies were sired. Savannah CC’s first daughter by the stallion Hadidi
lia (1994) (Ali Valentino x Arabest Maarlia 1986 by El Halimaar x Ruminaja Alia). Alia Valentino was also a Hadba Enzahiya mare who hailed from the family of Yosreia (02.09.1943) (Sheikh El Arab x Hind) through the mare Bint Alaa El Din (1969) (Alaa El Din x Serenity Sabra). I have already talked about Yosreia in previous chapters. Alia Valentino was bred by Mrs Janet Stevenson of Sho Shana Arabians, The Yellow Briar Farm, Orangeville, Ontario, Canada. In December 2008, this mare was purchased by Mrs Keith
Thee Cyclone 1994-2004(Thee Desperado x The Minuet). Bred by Mr. Frank and Mrs. Pat Bradish, Twin Hickory Arabians Inc., Rushville, Ohio. Owned by Mr. Jack Maritz, Sidi Arabian Stud, Upington, Cape Town, South Africa. 3 times South African National Champion Stallion.
Shaheer Prince Cyclone 1999 (Thee Cyclone x Sidi Bint Malika). Bred and owned by Mr. Fanie Maritz, Shaheer Arabians, Upington, Cape Town, South Africa. Presenting the beautiful WAHO Trophy to the 2005 winner, Shaheer Prince Cyclone and Mr. Fanie Maritz are Mr. Johan du Plessis (President of Arab Horse Society of South Africa) and Prof. Philip Boyazoglu (the South African delegate to WAHO). The award was made at the 2006 South African National Championships Show.
Botswana 1998(Thee Desperado x The Minuet 31.3.1989 by The Minstril). Bred by Mr. Frank and Mrs. Pat Bradish, Twin Hickory Arabians, Rushville, Ohio. Owned by The Botswana Trust, Talaria Farms of Mrs. Allison G. Mehta and Mr. Curt Westley, Newnan, Georgia. Multi-Champion and sire of Champions.
TF Neerapture 2011(Botswana x Neera SA 2004 by Shahir x SH Sabia Barake). Bred and owned by Mrs. Allison G. Mehta and Mr. Curt Westley, Talaria Farms, Newnan, Georgia. 2019 U.S. Egyptian Event Champion Mare.
TF Enyah 2012(Botswana x EAI Etheena 1996 by Safeen x MB Ethos). Bred by Mrs. Allison G. Mehta and Mr. Curt Westley, Talaria Farms, Newnan, Georgia. 2014 U.S. Egyptian Event Unanimous Champion Straight Egyptian Futurity two Years Oold Filly and Highest Scoring.
BB Thee Renegade 1994-2008(Thee Desperado x PH Safina). Bred by Mrs. Kelli Chenoweth Bergren, Muskegon, Michigan. Owned by Mrs. Christie and Mr. Henry Metz, Silver Maple Farm, Santa Ynez, California. 1995 Region 15 Top Five Yearling Colt, 1996 U.S. Egyptian Event Supreme Champion Colt, 1997 U.S. National Top Ten Futurity Stallion.
and Mr Wayne Adams of MacKayne Arabians, Mabank, Texas, when she was still one of Arabians Ltd.’s broodmares in Waco, Texas, handled by Mrs Shawn Crews for the show. Alia Valentino had already been the 2008 Region 9 Reserve Champion Mares. Under the lead of Mr Greg Knowles, she captured the 2008 U.S. Egyptian Event Champion World Class Mares 4-5 Years Title. Upon the sale of Alia Valentino to Mrs Keitha Adams, along with her children Mikayla, Mackenzie, and Dane, Mr Frank Sponle showed the mare, achieving the following results: 2009 Region 9 Reserve Champion Mare and Champion Most Classic Head; 2009 U.S. Egyptian Champion, World-Class Mares 6-7 Years Old; 2010 U.S. Egyptian Champion, World-Class Mares 6-7 Years Old; 2010 U.S. Egyptian Reserve Senior Champion; and 2010 Reserve Supreme Champion Mare at the U.S. Egyptian Event.
Thee Cameo Rose May.9.2009(Thee Desperado x Barakis Gem).
Bred and owned by Mrs. Brenda Ulmo Dumas and Mr. G. Paul Dumas, Rose of Cairo Arabians, Hillsboro and Webster Groves, St Louis, Missouri. U.S. Egyptian Event Champion.
The Sequel RCA 2001-Apr.10.2018(Thee Desperado x La Marsala). Bred by Mr. Tom and Mrs. Martha Salome, MarSal Arabians, Crawford, Texas. Owned by Arabians Ltd., Waco, Texas. Original name was MS Caliente. U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Supreme Champion Stallion.
Alia Valentino was also an excellent reproducer. Before being sold to The Adams, she had already produced the grey filly Alia Lahab RSA (25.02.2007) by Al Lahab (22.02.1999) (Laheeb x The Vision HG by Thee Desperado), a Multiple International Champion with twice Thee Desperado in her pedigree. The sudden death of Alia Valentino on June 23, 2012, left a great void in the hearts of her owners, for whom the mare had been as a family member. There are many outstanding stallions among the sons of Thee Desperado. The first I will talk about is Thee Cyclone (19942004) (Thee Desperado x The Minuet), a Dahman Shahwan subject who comes from
the family of Bint Nefisa (1959) (Nazeer x Nefisa), through the beautiful and exceptional grey dam Charm Of Halima (21.05.1978) (Ansata Ibn Halima x Nama). Thee Cyclone’s dam was the bay The Minuet (31.03.1989) (The Minstril x Aliah Halima 07.06.1985 by Ruminaja Ali x Charm Of Halima), bred by Aliah Halima Partnership. The broodmare The Minuet was purchased by Mr Frank and Mrs Pat Bradish of Twin Hickory Arabians Inc., Rushville, Ohio, where she produced all her foals with the stallion Thee Desperado.
The year after Thee Cyclone’s birth, The Minuet produced her first filly, the bay Minuet In G, who would become a beautiful and si-
Bint Asila RCA 2007(Thee Sequel x Asila RCA). Bred and owned by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. Dam of Champions.
gnificant broodmare. But her most famous colt was Botswana, born three years later. The chestnut Aliah Halima was also a prominent broodmare, producing 3 U.S. winners at the Egyptian Event and one U.S. National Top Ten Mare. This magnificent bay stallion was exported to South Africa by Mr Jack Maritz of Sidi Arabian Stud, Upington, near Cape Town, where he was used as a sire with outstanding results. Thee Cyclone was also a three-time National Halter Champion of South Africa before his untimely death in 2004, excelling in several equestrian championships. One of the four Arabian stallions (three were Straight Egyptians), crowned three times Supreme National Champions of South
Thee Infidel May.4.1995(Thee Desperado x Bint Magidaa). Bred and owned by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas.
1998 U.S. National Top Ten Fututity Colt, 2000 U.S. National Top Ten Stallion, 1996 Egyptian Event Egyptian Breeders Challenge Champion and Reserve Junior Champion Colt.
The Verdict HG Feb.4.1995(Thee Desperado x Belle Staar). Bred by Mrs. Marilyn Geurin, Hamilton Gates Arabians, Hot Springs, Arizona. Owned by Mrs. Martina Haslbeck, La Fame Arabians, Assling, Germany. U.S. Halter Champion, 1996 Egyptian Event Top Ten Breeders Challenge Colt, 1999 Egyptian Event Top Ten 4Years Stallions.
Africa, was Maistro (25.05.1990), also a son of The Minstril, imported into South Africa by Mr Jack Maritz of Sidi Arabian Stud. Thee Cyclone not only stood out as a horse with tremendous functional morphology and Classic Arabian Type. But he produced sons who also shined as riding horses. In endurance racing, Thee Cyclone is sought after in the pedigrees of participating horses. One of his sons, the grey Shaheer Prince Cyclone (1999), out of the mare Sidi Bint Malika (1990) (Sahiby Gamaal El Arab x Lar Malika), bred and owned by Mr Fanie Maritz, Shaheer Arabians of Upington, if not the best, was one of the best performing saddled Arabian horses and a star in endurance races in South Africa. As well as a winner of many Halter Championships. Shaheer Prince Cyclone (1999) was awarded 14 Victor Ludorum Titles in the ring in 2005. The same year, he was also awarded the WAHO Trophy. The above-mentioned titles and results are even more impressive given that today’s Straight Egyptian horses only represent about 3% of worldwide Arabian horses. As previously mentioned, Botswana (1998) wasa full brother to Thee Cyclone, also bred by Mr Frank and Mrs Pat Bradish of Twin Hickory Arabians Inc., Rushville, Ohio. He remained in the U.S., where he was purchased by “The Botswana Trust” and kept at Talaria Farms, owned by Mrs Allison G. Mehta and Mr Curt Westley, in Newnan, Georgia. Botswana is a Living Legend among Straight Egyptian Arabian horse breeders across the globe. But also among other breeders of the Arabian horse looking for the authentic Arabian type. Like his sire Thee Desperado, Botswana produced many Egyptian-related sons. He is a stallion who continues to increase his popularity and the appreciation of him as a sire despite his old age. This bay horse also possesses a faultless functional morphology like his full brother. His type is as classic as extreme. Very importantly, Botswana is pleasant to ride. He started competing in Halter very early. In 1999, he was Region 9 Top Five Colt; 1999 U.S. Egyptian Event Champion Futurity Colt (out of 25 colts). In addition, the 2000 Scottsdale Top Ten Colt (third in a class of 21), 2009 U.S. Egyptian Event Senior Champion
Thee Asil 1997-Aug.7.2015(Thee Desperado x Alia Barakaa 1987 by Ruminaja Ali). Bred by Mr. Michael Parkinson, USA. Owned by Arabians Ltd. Waco, Texas, Co-owned with Mr. Matthew and Mrs. Wendy Roberts. Champion and sire of Champions.
Asila RCA 2002(Thee Asil x MB Pirouette by Thee Desperado). Bred and owned by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. She boasts a beautiful sculpted face and huge dark eyes. When she looks your way, she stops you in your tracks.
Pimlico RCA 1997(Thee Desperado x Bint Bint Jamil). Bred by Mr. David F. and Mrs. Debra A. Geiser, Dara Meadows Farm, Lexington, Virginia. Owned by Arabians Ltd., Waco, Texas. Multi-Champion and sire of Champions.
The Singleton May.4.2002(Thee Desperado x Alia Riyala 1994 by The Minstril x Aliala). Bred by Mr. Gary and Mrs. Wanda Kenworthy, Paradise Arabians, LaFayette, Georgia. Owned by Mr. Sam and Mrs. Elisa Gamble, Mrs. Dana Griggs, Mrs. Marion Head, Mrs. Misty Kenworthy and Paradise Arabians Holdings LLC. Champion and sire of Champions.
Stallion, and 2009 U.S. Egyptian Event Supreme Champion Stallion, and he also won the “Leading Halter and Performance Sire” Titles. From 2006 to 2016, Botswana held the record of the Leading Halter Sire and Leading Performance Sire titles at the U.S. Egyptian Event. The stallion proved a worthy descendant of his sire Thee Desperado in his long breeding career, with progeny of stunning quality, from every point of view, both stallions and mares, as well as in Straight Egyptians and Egyptian-related. Botswana is known to breed extreme types, beautiful bodies and correct legs, with naturally set high tails, beautiful heads and large black sparkling eyes. He conveys his bright intelligence and learning skills to his offspring in any equestrian discipline. Among the countless sons of Botswana, there is a high percentage of champions, regardless of sex, whether Straight Egyptian or Egyptian-related. There are many champions in competitions at every level up to Class A, including EBC winners at the U.S. Egyptian Event, both in the U.S. and in other nations. Before concluding this chapter, there are five other notable stallions, all extraordinary reproducers and sons of Thee Desperado. I cannot help but mention it. Starting off with the black Saklawi Jedran Ibn Sudan The Verdict HG (04.02.1995) (Thee Desperado x Belle Staar), bred by Mrs Marilyn Geurin, by Hamilton Gates Arabians, Hot Springs, Arizona and owned by Mrs Martina Haslbeck, La Fame Arabians, Assling, Germany. The Verdict HG was a full brother to the prodigious black mare The Vision HG (17.02.1994-14.08.2018), a world pillar of breed selection. He was a well-built stallion who became U.S. Class A Halter Champion; 1996 U.S. Egyptian Event Top Ten Breeders Challenge Colt, and 1999 Egyptian Event Top Ten 4 Years Stallion. Then, the Abeyyan Om Jurays bay stallion Thee Infidel (04.05.1995) by Bint Magidaa (04.02.1970-19.11.1998) (Khofo x Magidaa), bred and owned by Mr James and Mrs Judy Sirbasku of Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. Thee Infidel was a stallion with an astoundingly short back, beautiful petite head, with a harmonious and correct conformation. In his progeny, we find many champions. Thee Infidel obtained
Rabbani Al Jannat 2008(The Singleton x Deevine Intervention 2001 by Thee Desperado x AK Gabbari). Bred by Mr. Gary and Mrs. Wanda Kenworthy, Paradise Arabians, LaFayette, Georgia. Multiple Egyptian Event Reserve Champion Stallion. From Farida family.
U Liteupmy Life Sept.8.1995(Thee Desperado x Wanisa). Bred by Mr. Sirgard, Texas. Owned by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. Kuhayla Rodaniya from the family of Omayma Mar.18.1964Apr.20.1984(Sameh x Nazeera).
tremendous results in Halter shows: 1996 U.S. Egyptian Event Champion - Egyptian Breeders Challenge Colt; 1996 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Junior Champion Colt; 1998 U.S. National Top Ten Futurity Colt and 2000 U.S. National Top Ten Stallion. The Kuhaylan Rodan chestnut stallion Thee Asil (1997-07.08.2015) (Thee Desperado x Alia Barakaa 1987 by Ruminaja Ali), bred by Mr Michael Parkinson, U.S., and owned by Arabians Ltd. Waco, Texas, co-owned with Mr Matthew and Mrs Wendy Roberts. Thee Asil displayed a correct and powerful body and was a great sire and champion in shows: 1999 Grand Champion Stallion, Seattle, Washington; 2000 Grand Champion Stallion, Houston, Texas; 2000 U.S. Egyptian Event Champion World Class Stallions of 1997; 2001 Region 9 Reserve
Desperados Belle RCA 2001(Thee Desperado x Maali’s Rebecah 1987 by The Elixir x Maali RCA). Bred and owned by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. Champion and super producer Kuhayla Rodaniya from the family of Malaka Feb.17.194(Kheir x Bint Bint Riyala).
Skyy 1993(Thee Desperado x Ansata Justina 1984). Bred by Mrs. Phyllis Marinacci Browning and Mr. Henry (Hank) Browning, Browning Arabians, Brighton Gardens, Austin, Texas. Owned by Mr. Richard Geha and Mrs. Lisa Cifrese, Thornewood Farm, Stockton, New Jersey. Two-time U.S. Egyptian Event Top Five Mare and dam of multiple champions.
Champion Stallion and 2002 Region 9 Reserve Champion Stallion. The Saklawi Jedran Ibn Sudan bay stallion Pimlico RCA (1997) (Thee Desperado x Bint Bint Jamil 01.08.1985 by Mohafez x Sehnab), bred by Mr David F. and Mrs Debra A. Geiser, Dara Meadows Farm, Lexington, Virginia and property of Arabians Ltd., Waco, Texas. Pimlico RCA was a Sire of Champions and winner of many titles: 1998 U.S. Egyptian Event Breeders Challenge, Top Five (third place); 1999 Grand Champion Stallion, State Fair of Texas; 1999 Reserve Jr. Champion, Fort Worth Pro-Am Challenge; 1999 U.S. Egyptian Event Class World Championships, Top Five; 2000 Reserve Grand Champion and Reserve Senior Champion Stallion, GCAHC Christmas Show; 2004 U.S. Egyptian Event Supreme Champion Stallion; 2007 AHA Region 9 Grand Champion Stallion; and 2008 Arabian Breeders’ World Cup - Top Five Stallions aged 11 Years and over. The Kuhaylan Rodan bay stallion Singleton (04.05.2002) (Thee Desperado x Alia Riyala 1994 by The Minstril x Aliala), bred by Mr Gary and Mrs Wanda Kenworthy of Paradise Arabians, LaFayette, Georgia, and owned by Mr Sam and Mrs Elisa Gamble, Dana Griggs, Marion (Missy) Head, Misty Kenworthy and Paradise Arabians Holdings LLC. Singleton was an athletic stallion, a prodigious sire and a Sire of Champions. In Halter, he achieved respectable results: 2003 U.S. Egyptian Event Reserve Champion Futurity Yearling Colts; 2004 U.S. Egyptian Event Unanimous Champion Futurity 2-Year-Old Colts. Also Alia Riyala was a U.S. Egyptian Event Champion in 1995, producing three champions and a Reserve U.S. Champion Egyptian Event.
KBF Starlight 2006(Thee Desperado x MC Alexsis 1996 by The Elixir x AK Athena). Bred by Mr. Karl and Mrs. Jacqueline Breckon, USA. Owned by D. Carolyn Busch, USA. Multi-Champion and super producer Dahmah Shahwaniya from the family of Deenaa (Deena) 14.2.1967-1991(Sameh x Dahma II).
Thee Desperado Apr.5.1989-July.26. 2013(The Minstril x AK Amiri Asmarr Mar.14.1985 by The Egyptian Prince). Bred by Mr. Tom and Mrs. Martha 3 Salome, MarSal Arabians, Crawford, Texas. Owned by Mr. James and Mrs. Judy Sirbasku, Rock Creek Arabians, Waco, Texas. U.S. National Reserve Champion and Scottsdale Supreme Champion Stallion.
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ita Zaeim is sired by the great stallion Kanz Al Nasser, a direct son of WH Justice, the Champion Maker. And with a beautiful mother from the Egyptian Arabian horses Ftoon Al Shaqab. Her Dam is the Nobel mare Mayleen by the stallion ZT Marwteyn one of the most influential stallions who did an amazing job in Iran.
What makes Sita Zaeim so captivating is her magical movements and the grace she releases during the show performance. She is one the prettiest mares and one of the most winning female fighters inside the show ring with a lot of 20 points for her beautiful head and light movements. Even though she is just 4 years old, she was already crowned First in class and Gold champion in the Nationals 2021 as a Yearling Filly, 2022 First in class and
Gold champion in the Yazd show, 2023 First in class and Gold champion in the Iran National Championship, 2024 Second in class and Gold Champion in the Iran National Championship. Sita Zaeim belongs to Hadis Sarzaeim. She was discovered by her father, Jalal Sarzaeim, at the age of 4 months in the city of Zanjan. He gifted Sita to his daughter Hadis.
Jalal Sarzaeim was so in love with this filly when he saw her. But there was no horse trailer available and he was afraid the owner would regret his decision to sell the filly. Eventually, he took Sita to his club (Iranian Stud) in his car while holding the filly in his arms. Jalal Sarzaeim has been one of the top horse dealers and breeders in Iran for 30 years and his farm has won many titles at the shows in Iran.
