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A CelebrationByof Ten Jeff Wallace As the clock struck ten in the lobby of the charming Hotel San Michele in Cortona, Italy, a Who’s Who of Arabian breeders and enthusiasts began to spill out the door and into the quaint streets. The inherent beauty of the town, so typically Italian, is warm and welcoming, and a perfect representation of the local way of life. We had gathered in the hotel, a restored 15th century palace, in preparation for our visit to the nearby breeding and training center founded ten years ago by Tuscan native Giacomo Capacci, a young man that we have all come to greatly admire. As we made the short ten-kilometer pilgrimage, our anticipation mounted. We knew we were about to see a battery of stallions that have been and continue to be a game changing collection of some of the finest Arabian horseflesh the world has ever seen or experienced. The horse culture of Tuscany dates back well over three thousand years, to when the Etruscan civilization flourished there for nearly a millennium, ten years before and ten years after. Their horses were renowned for their speed, as proven in international races, and for their courage and agility in battle, as proven by the Romans, who selected Etruscan steeds to mount the Roman cavalry before eventually assimilating or eradicating nearly all traces of the Etruscan people. Much of the evidence of their once-thriving cities remains buried beneath the rich, Tuscan soil. Rooted in its Etruscan foundations, Cortona, is once again home to some of the finest horses in the world, which can now be found in the fields and stables of Giacomo Capacci Arabians. Here, the pastures are dotted with some of the most prized Arabian mares of top breeders from all around the world. They are the mothers and grandmothers of national and world champions or hold those prestigious titles themselves. They are priceless producers; literally holding within them what are sure to be among the next generation of Gold champions. The stallion barn houses a “la corrente” collection of many of the finest stallions on Earth. The potent combination of stellar care and an unbeatable stallion battery has drawn the world’s leading broodmares to Tuscany like a powerful magnet, resulting in a visiting herd of nearly incalculable value.
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Ten minutes after setting out from Cortona, we reassembled on the grounds of Giacomo Capacci Arabians. We thought we knew what to expect when the barn doors opened for the highly anticipated stallion presentation, but none of us was truly prepared for the dazzling display that we were treated to. In an almost unbelievable parade of one legendary horse after another, ten World Champions or medal winners emerged, one more beautiful than the next, and all led to their titles by Giacomo Capacci. 2003 World Champion Stallion Al Adeed Al Shaqab, 2013 Gold World Champion Stallion Fadi Al Shaqab, 2001 World Champion Stallion Gazal Al Shaqab, 2014 Gold World Champion Senior Stallion Kahil Al Shaqab, 2001 and 2002 World Champion Colt and 2008 World Champion Senior Stallion Marwan Al Shaqab, 2012 World Champion Junior Colt Wadee Al Shaqab, 2013 Bronze World Champion Junior Colt Sultan Al Shaqab and the undefeated contender for this year’s world title, Hariry Al Shaqab all represented a single owner, the renowned Al Shaqab-Member of Qatar Foundation. That is a whole lot of stallion power and breeding potential to be entrusted to one man and located on a single site. Also on display was Athbah Stud’s exquisite stallion Eks Alihandro, bred by Willie Brown of South Africa. A son of Marwan Al Shaqab who hails from one of the strongest dam lines in European breeding, Alihandro’s family has not only produced this spectacular 2013 World Junior Champion, but also the stunningly undeniable World Champion Mare Robin K. Only five years old, Alihandro has already produced world-caliber offspring who are racking up titles of their own. Athbah manager Ward Bemong could have chosen anyone to escort this great steed through his illustrious career, but it is Giacomo who has earned his nod. Rounding out the roster of ten World titleholders was 2009 Reserve World Champion Colt Maharaja HDM, a gorgeous son of the spectacular World Champion Marajj. To have been immersed within the space of an hour in so much of the breed’s finest horseflesh was to be witness to an historic moment within our breed. It is magical moments like that which are so rare, and so long remembered. Why is it that breeders are willing to entrust Giacomo Capacci with their horses, and therefore with their futures? After all, ten years is a relatively short span of time. One answer to that question may be that as the Arabian breed has globalized, Giacomo has stayed in complete sync with that process. It leads me to wonder, did Giacomo’s strong connection to his core allow him to globalize naturally alongside the breed, without direct intention? His is a true global enterprise, with a client base that spreads to the far corners of the world. Giacomo designed each of the structures that serve the farm, of which I believe there may be ten! The facility boasts a state of the art breeding department and a long track record of successful outcomes, whether they are via the natural process, shipped semen or embryo transfer. It is the perfect compliment to Capacci’s thriving training department that consistently delivers championships to his delighted clients. Giacomo’s staff reminds me of a big extended family. There is a group of handsome young men, deeply tanned and athletic, who care for the horses with a brotherly camaraderie that resonates with the horses and the visitors. It is clear that they are capably managed by a man not much their senior. Every one of the talented staff are real experts in their field, who Giacomo has empowered to ensure that every horse is happy, healthy, and receiving the finest services possible. But he does not do it alone. Longtime girlfriend and business partner Michelle Bergsma plays a significant role in the operation of Giacomo Capacci Arabians, and is a fiercely loyal advocate for Giacomo and their business. She is smart and savvy, and is involved in every aspect of the work. While she prefers to operate behind the scenes, she is aware of every detail of the operation, and is never afraid to speak her mind or offer her guidance. Michelle and Giacomo compliment each other perfectly.
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I am of the mind that what you experience with people in one regard often equates to what you can expect from them in other areas. Once you get a real sense of a person, it is easy to connect the dots and assume that you have seen a glimpse of their true character. Giacomo reveals himself by his incredible hospitality. He has a way of making each and every visitor feel special and catered to. One of his favorite ways to do that is to play host to a home-cooked meal. Giacomo is a passionate and talented chef, who loves to entertain his guests at his long dining table, accompanied by ten chairs. His culinary skills are as excellent as his horsemanship, and on the day that I was there, he served up a delicious plate of prosciutto and melon along with fabulous pasta tossed with sautéed zucchini. It was fresh, and delicious, and tasted of Italy. Ten feet away from the rest of us, a house cat perched at the end of the table, his tail curling in a contented arc. He never took his eyes off of us, using all of his nine lives, if only he had ten! Sharing the bounty of Tuscany with his guests is a particular pleasure that further connects Giacomo to his visitors. To my mind, it is an example of the way that he holistically connects on many other levels as well. Giacomo Capacci entered the world of horses naturally, coming from a family that included a grandfather who raised Arabian horses. After completing his college degree in chemistry, Giacomo surrendered to the desire to make his living doing the one thing that seemed to feed his personal passion, training Arabian horses. He soon realized that he was able to straddle the bridge between training, breeding and marketing, making him as versatile a horseman as the versatile Arabians that he loves. After learning the basics of his trade, a then-18-year-old Giacomo met American trainer Michael Byatt at the World Championships in Paris, which resulted in an offer for Giacomo to come to the United States to work for Byatt at his Texas breeding and training facility. It is there that Giacomo began to truly hone his craft, and he had the luxury of doing it with some of the finest horses in the world. Byatt gave him the opportunity to lead National winners for a variety of amazing owners and breeders, which is how he first came to be known to the representatives for Al Shaqab who show him such strong continued trust and confidence today. Despite the fact that the Arabian business is highly competitive, Giacomo is well respected by fellow exhibitors. He aligns himself with great, passionate people and is widely seen as a good person by others. In fact, it is hard to find anyone who has a bad word to say about him. Bart Van Buggenhout, who manages Aljassimya Stud employed Giacomo’s talents in 2013, Giacomo showed the bay beauty Minwah to the World Gold Junior Champion filly honors for Sheikh Jassim, and recently flew from Italy to New York City to handle Aljassimya’s yearling colt entry in the inaugural Arabian U.S. Open in Central Park Horse Show. Giacomo did not disappoint, masterfully showing Jamal Aljassimya to the Gold Champion Yearling Colt title. Giacomo has a quiet, polite demeanor that makes him extremely approachable, although he is wildly talented and dedicated to his craft. His personal integrity, impeccable work ethic and unique ability to communicate easily with the horses that he handles are his recipe for success in the show ring. When Giacomo’s horses enter the arena, he manages to stay out of the focus of the judges, letting their eyes follow the horse without interruption. His horses stand alertly before the judges, seemingly eager to do their best for him. It is a formula for success that has seen Giacomo lead at least one World Champion at the Salon du Cheval in Paris in each of the last 14 years and has made him a World Champion himself. All of the senses come alive at Giacomo Capacci Arabians. The taste of delicious food, the sound of precocious foals whinnying in the fields, the feel of the sleek coats of the show horses, the smell of the hay in the barn, and the sight of so many magnificent horses in a landscape that is almost too perfect to believe, makes it difficult to assimilate everything at once. There is so much richness to take in during the visit, people need a way to absorb it all as they get ready to depart. And that buffer comes when heading down the road. Just down the street from Capacci’s, there is a gorgeous field of sunflowers that stretches as far as the eye can see. And across the street is a charming Italian espresso bar that is his favorite eatery-his hip, typical Italian lunch spot, where he is a favored local to the proprietors. It is there that one can sit, gaze at the sunflowers, have a cup of coffee, and digest all that has been and heard at Giacomo Capacci Arabians. It is easy to ponder about how the early days of his success have turned into weeks, the weeks into months, and the months into ten years. Now, just as a straight of tens can come in a great run of cards, there is every reason to believe that time will always be on his side.
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Presents the Most Unique STALLION COLLECTION ON EARTH! QUALITY WILL NEVER BE OUT OF FASHION... QUALITY IS THE WAY TO BE REMEMBERED...
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Gazal Al Shaqab
Bred and owned by Al Shaqab GAZAL AL SHAQAB (Anaza El Farid x Kajora) bay stallion
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Marwan Al Shaqab
MARWAN AL SHAQAB (Gazal Al Shaqab x Little Liza Fame) bay stallion
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Al Adeed Al Shaqab AL ADEED AL SHAQAB (Ansata Halim Shah x Sundar Alisayyah) Straight Egyptian grey stallion
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Farhoud Al Shaqab
FARHOUD AL SHAQAB (Al Adeed Al Shaqab x Johara Al Shaqab) Straight Egyptian grey stallion
Bred and owned by Al Shaqab
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Wadee Al Shaqab
WADEE AL SHAQAB (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Mishaahl) bay stallion
Kahil Al Shaqab
KAHIL AL SHAQAB (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Mishaahl) bay stallion
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Fadi Al Shaqab
Bred and owned by Al Shaqab
FADI AL SHAQAB (Besson Carol x Abha Myra) bay stallion
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Hariry Al Shaqab
Bred and owned by Al Shaqab
HARIRY AL SHAQAB (Marwan Al Shaqab x White Silkk) grey stallion
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Sultan Al Shaqab
SULTAN AL SHAQAB (Amir Al Shaqab x Abha Al Shaqab) grey stallion
Hadidy Al Shaqab
HADIDY AL SHAQAB (Gazal Al Shaqab x White Silkk) grey stallion
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Shamekh Al Danat
SHAMEKH AL DANAT (Ajmal El Kout x Ajmal Sherifa) Straight Egyptian grey stallion
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Cavalli
CAVALLI (DA Valentino x Aspyn) chestnut stallion
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EKS Mansour
EKS MANSOUR (EKS Alihandro x EKS Phateena) grey colt
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Jamil Al Rayyan
JAMIL AL RAYYAN (Ansata Hejazi x Danah Al Rayyan) Straight Egyptian grey stallion
ZtFaaiq
ZT FAA’IQ (Anaza El Farid x ZT Jamdusah) bay stallion
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AJA Angelo
Nadir Dello Jato
AJA ANGELO (WH Justice x AJA Aaisha) grey stallion
NADIR DELLO JATO (Shanghai E.A. x GS Futura) grey colt
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LC Prince Magnum
LC PRINCE MAGNUM (Magnum Psyche x Ludy El Shahller HMR ) chestnut stallion
Maharaja HDM
MAHARAJA HDM (Marajj x Miss Yahsminah Elamal) bay stallion
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Frasera Dubai
FRASERA DUBAI (Phaaros x Frasera Mashara) Straight Egyptian chestnut stallion
Al Ghazali AA
AL GHAZALI AA (Gazal Al Shaqab x The Vision HG) bay stallion ARIELA ARABIANS 40
TF Colours
TF COLOURS (Royal Colours x Nuk Serondella) bay stallion
Salaadine Khazar
SALAADIN KHAZAR (Emir Khazar x Salaamah Bint Iman) Straight Egyptian black stallion
EKS Amir
EKS AMIR (EKS Alihandro x EKS Lady Dauphine) bay colt
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EKS Alihandro
EKS ALIHANDRO (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Psylhouette) bay stallion
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Sabea Al Sahraa
SABEA AL SAHRAA (Koronec x Nouf Al Thalitha) bay stallion
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Vitorino DC
VITORINO DC (Vitorio TO x Kharalisa BPA) chestnut colt
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El Thay Majdy
EL THAY MAJDY (Teymur B x El Thay Magidaa) Straight Egyptian grey stallion
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Celebrating a dream come true! By Beth Ellen Hunziker Imagine if you can a vision of the most lush, beautiful and abundant land possible. Imagine that place filled with exquisite Arabian horses - stallions, mares and foals prancing for the sheer joy of the life they enjoy. Giacomo Capacci, one of the most respected and successful Arabian horsemen in the world, has brought that imaginary vision to life. Even at his youthful age, Giacomo has accomplished more than many people twice his years and it all began with his dream to live and work with Arabian horses. On Wednesday, June 17th, 2015, Giacomo Capacci welcomed an intimate group of international guests to his beautiful farm in Cortona, Italy to celebrate his victories at the recent Menton Arabian Horse Championships and the ten-year anniversary of his business, Giacomo Capacci Arabians. Breeders and owners, royal representatives, publishers, artists and writers; many of the most influential people of the Arabian horse community from around the world gathered to celebrate with Giacomo Capacci and his team. As guests arrived and saw the elegant dĂŠcor and exciting party atmosphere, they felt they were about to witness something very special; something truly spectacular was about to happen. The air was full of excitement and anticipation. The guests mingled and enjoyed the festive tents, white linens, colorful flowers, sparkling crystal and delicious refreshments. The elegant atmosphere was warm and inviting - it was the epitome of Italian hospitality. Giacomo and his team had magically created a lavish fantasy scene - like something from a movie, a play or a novel - it was the perfect setting to present a group of horses no one could imagine - not even in their dreams. The spectacular Arabian horses that call Giacomo Capacci Arabians their home represent the finest breeding programs in the world. Among the star-studded stallions are legends of the breed and their heirs. Most important of all, the stallions who reside at GCA offer uncompromising quality, as well as proven abilities to sire champions and champion producers. To say that among the stallions at GCA are the most important sires of this generation is an extremely bold statement. However, it is true - and, it was substantiated by a presentation that has never been seen before, and will very likely never be witnessed again.
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Giacomo, Michelle and their team warmly welcomed their guests, and then, with perfect precision and timing, the most amazing presentation of horses began. It was like an orchestrated concert. The horses were brought out by groups of families so everyone could see and understand the evolution of the generations these champions were producing. Each horse brought out added to the awe-inspiring experience. National champions, international champions - champions from Menton, the Nations Cup and the World Championships of Paris - it was clear to all that the horses at Giacomo Cappaci were the crème de la crème, the finest of the breed. Again, at just the right time, a short break was announced in order to welcome a special guest of honor for the grand finale - Andrea Bocelli, the international mega superstar and dearly beloved Italian tenor, recording artist and singer-songwriter. Andrea shares a passion for horses and when a beautiful Arabian foal was brought to him to touch, genuine joy illuminated his face. Andrea moved his hands all over the foal - face, neck, shoulders - even its back. The foal behaved very well, standing and allowing Andrea’s gentle touch. The love was clear for all to see. The emotion of the moment was overwhelming - but there was more - the spectacular finale. The title of World Champion at the Salon du Cheval is the highest possible award for an Arabian horse; very few will ever achieve this stature. The honor of this prestigious title sets them above all others and forever earns them a place in history. They are revered as the very best of the best. Now, the guests of Giacomo Cappaci had the unrivaled privilege to stand in the presence and to witness greatness as never before. In the glorious golden moments of dusk, in the beautiful Tuscan twilight, an epic experience unfolded as the eight World Champions at Giacomo Capacci were brought out. One by one, they were presented, until they stood as a glorious group, each one an extraordinary example of the incomparable beauty, grace and nobility of the Arabian breed…
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ZT Sharuby (ZT Sharello x ZT Bint Ruby) 2002 Gold World Champion, owned by Al Shaqab. Minwah (Kahil Al Shaqab x LC Primavera) 2013 Gold World Champion, owned by Al Jassimya Farm. Wadee Al Shaqab (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Mishaahl) 2012 Gold World Champion, bred and owned by Al Shaqab. EKS Alihandro (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Psylhouette) 2013 Unanimous Gold World Champion, owned by Athbah Stud. Kahil Al Shaqab (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Mishaahl) 2014 and 2011 Gold World Champion, bred and owned by Al Shaqab. Fadi Al Shaqab (Besson Carol x Abha Myra) 2013 Gold World Champion, owned by Al Shaqab Marwan Al Shaqab (Gazal Al Shaqab x Little Liza Fame) 2008, 2002 and 2001 Gold World Champion, bred and owned by Al Shaqab Gazal Al Shaqab (Anaza El Farid x Kajora) 2001 World Champion, bred and owned by Al Shaqab Everyone felt the raw power of these majestic animals as they vied for the guests’ attention and admiration. The magic of the historic moment inspired spontaneous applause from the people as they crowded to get a closer look. Words such as, “stunning, unbelievable, amazing, impossible and unforgettable,” were murmured, while cameras flashed like the paparazzi at a Cannes red carpet film debut. But of course, why not? These are the celebrities, the royalty of the Arabian breed! Like all good things, the presentation of the world champions came to an end. One by one, they left, until the great one, Gazal Al Shaqab, the progenitor of many of these World Champions remained. Gazal deserved the spotlight for himself - even for a moment - before he too was led back to the peace and quiet of his stable. The presentation was completed, but the celebration continued with lively spirits, a five-star dining experience, great music and more conversation. The guests lingered until long after the delicious dinner, talking about the spectacle they had witnessed. It seemed they didn’t want the evening to ever end. Everyone - the horses, visitors and clients - all enjoyed the good vibes, the fun and the relaxed atmosphere that Giacomo, Michelle and the staff created for this unforgettable celebration commemorating the Ten Year Anniversary of Giacomo Capacci Arabians - and a dream come true.
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Arnauld Mertens
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Arnauld Mertens was born in Belgium but was raised in a very international context as he traveled along side Arabian horse stud Haras del Mar and the team. Being born in the Arabian horse world, his passion for animals started very early. He always had a particular care for all the animals on the farm, and as he grew his interests started to strongly rotate around the Arabian horses.
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His passion lead on to his participation on the farm, as well as helping and learning from international trainers, starting at an early age with Gil Valdez and Sandro Pinha in Scottsdale USA, and with Scott Allman in France. Having traveled the world Arnauld has seen, discovered and learned a lot about the horses and the Arabian horse industry. Inevitably he quickly started understanding that his love for the Arabian horses was becoming his profession. Arnauld has always had a certain gift around the horses, and his participation and training alongside renowned trainers was important for him to always improve and get closer to perfection in his work.
Arnauld’s happiest times were always when the shows were on, and he has always especially been pretty fond of the Scottsdale, the European and the Middle East shows. He enjoyed very much being on the show grounds with the horses and he always loved to work with a good team spirit . Today he goes in the shows being resident trainer of Alhawajer Stud in the United Arab Emirates, and he couldn’t be more thrilled about it. He goes from the shows in America, to the ones in Europe and in the Middle East, but this time, being the one in the arenas, proudly representing Alhawajer Stud. Those three last years have been full of movement for Arnauld, as he has been on a busy train of collaborations and teamwork with different studs and training centers. In 2016 he was personally entrusted by Alhawajer stud to become main resident trainer and together with the team and Tom Oben for the shows he was put in charge of the training of the horses and their future. In the United Arab Emirates, Arnauld got to further his knowledge by having Steve Dady as a mentor at Dubai Stud. Thanks to this, Arnauld felt ready to prepare horses for the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championships, as well as the Sharjah International show, the Ajman Arabian horse show and the Abu Dhabi international Championships. After three successful seasons in the Middle East, Arnauld was personally invited by Steve Dady to collaborate for him and Paolo Capecci to spend time at the Omni Arabian Training Center in Gettysburg Pennsylvania for the preparation of the Dubai Stud horses competing at the 2015 US Egyptian event.
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Arnauld’s emotions towards the horses would be best described as a connection. He feels comfortable and at ease with the horses, and forms a unique connection with each horse as he gets to know them. They are all different, with personalities, just like people and he enjoys very much working and training them to achieve their best. It is essential to have this special bond and to take the needed time for each horse to be a good trainer and a qualified and loving professional. Out of the many horses it is not easy for Arnauld to pick a favorite. Of course he has admiration for legendary bloodlines, but when it comes to loving a particular horse, it would be more fit to say he loves them all in different ways, always bringing the same commitment level to each horse he is trusted with.
Arnauld recalls Maharajah HDM birth, which for him was the start of everything. He remembers taking care of his dam for many years and following all his achievements from Unanimous Scottsdale Champion to Res. World Champion in Paris. This stallion took Arnauld one step closer to his future of becoming a trainer. All the succession of events he lived, and shared with Haras Del Mar stud made him understand his passion. Lately, Arnauld came to be especially bound with RFI Farid, the new raising leading sire owned by Alhawajer stud. Arnauld could not be more proud of this stallion world class progeny and he is happy to be part of the great future ahead of the RFI Farid babies. Arnauld’s plans and expectations for the upcoming years is complex yet easy. He is a perfectionist in his profession, and he wishes to take on any challenge with professionalism and care. Arnauld’s personal message is first of all to thank all those who have helped him grow and learn in his profession. Lately, he also thanks Christine and Guy Jamar Demeersseman for having been given the opportunity to collaborate with Frederik van Sas at Jadem Arabians during the 2015 breeding and show season in Belgium and Germany. He has a very special thank you to Dejair from Brazil and to Steve Dady from the USA. Arnauld feels incredibly blessed to be intrusted by Dr. Ghanem al Hajri at Alhawajer stud and wishes to see things flourish as he continues the hard and good work. Arnauld is not scared of giving all his best towards the Arabian horses. He is truly happy to dedicating his life to Arabians and he loves to have a profession that combines his passion and the hard work he loves.
Written by equine journalist : Héloïse Mertens Contact: helobrussels@hotmail.com Tel: +34/673402041
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The United Arab Emirates are welcoming
M aria A pal HDM
(RFI Farid x Imania Apal) 2015 filly
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HDM MARIA APAL and Her Dam IMAANIA APAL
HDM MARIA APAL, a RFI FARID daughter X IMANIA APAL is an amazing 2015 filly who already carries a CHAMPION MEDAL FILLY, a GOLD MEDAL OVERALL BEST FOALS, as well as a UNANIMOUS BEST IN SHOW title at the 2015 EMERALD TROPHY INTERNATIONAL in Belgium for her breathtaking looks, her hot blood and sassy moves. The judges Mrs. EBERHARDT SYLVIE, Mrs. STOJANOWSKA ANNA, Mr. DAHMEN DOUG and Mr. BIALOBOK JERZY unanimously agreed on her phenomenal quality and gave her the well deserved marks of 92.25 points. She went there along with her trainers ARNAULD MERTENS and FREDERIK VAN SAS to make her first public appearance, but ended up setting off fireworks! RFI FARID
She also won GOLD MEDAL overall foals and fillies at the 2015 ALL NATIONS CUP in AACKEN Germany with ARNAULD MERTENS and FREDERIK VAN SAS once again. HDM MARIA APAL bred by HARAS DEL MAR is one of their quality horses and shining stars. Her Dam IMAANIA APAL and her grand dam SA ANNA LINAH by AS NATSIR APAL, both standing together at stud, goes back to the prestigious SASKIA RJ and are carrying on this legendary mare’s precious bloodline. Her Sire, RFI FARID born in Brazil in 2007 surprised the world with his early exotic beauty given to him by this dam RFI FAYARA EL SHIRAZ and his sire RFI MAKTUB. Today RFI FARID is becoming a proven world class sire. His outstanding pedigree also holds some of the most glorious bloodlines of all time, including very important roots such as BEY SHAH, ALI JAMAAL, ALADDINN, and RSD DARK VICTORY. HDM MARIA APAL’s dam IMAANIA APAL is by PSYTADEL the famous PADRONS PSYCHE son X BINT BEY SHAH.
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MARIA APAL HDM is currently on the move and tackling big obstacles as she headed to the UNITED ARAB EMIRATES to join the ALHAWAJER stud horse farm to prepare herself alongside her personal trainer ARNAULD MERTENS and the collaboration of TOM OBEN for the MIDDLE EAST SHOWS. She will later return to European soil to participate in more homeland competitions.
In the 2016 upcoming season, HARAS DEL MAR stud, in partnership with ALHAWAJER stud are thrilled awaiting full siblings of HDM MARIA APAL. MARIA APAL HDM is one of the most recent names added to the long list of champions bred by HARAS DEL MAR stud. We all remember the wonderful MAHARAJA HDM who was Scottsdale Unanimous Junior Champion Colt, Scottsdale Unanimous Champion Yearling Colt, Junior Division, Unanimous Champion Jr. Colt at the Baden Show in Germany, Al Khalediah Champion Colt & best head in show in Saudi Arabia, Al Khalediah Festival Unanimous Champion Junior Colt, Unanimous Champion Junior Colt in Saudi Arabia, Dubai International Arabian Show Silver Champion Junior Colt, Best Head Award and Trophee Espoir Award in Menton France, Champion Junior Colt Menton Show in France, and last but not least Reserve World Champion Colt in Paris. Exciting news is coming up in the 2016 season as at HARAS DEL MAR they are also awaiting a full sibling in blood to MAHARAJA HDM and MAHARANI HDM, out of MISS ROMINA ELAMAL, who is one of the two full sisters of MISS YAHSMINAH ELAMAL, standing at stud.
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We are also remembering MAHARANI HDM (MARAJJ x MISS YAHSMINAH ELAMAL) full brother of MAHARAJA HDM. He is a 2010 stallion who currently stands at AL MOHAMADIA stud owned by H.H. PRINCE ABDULLAH BIN FAHAD AL SAUD.
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MAHARANI HDM is a beautiful, balanced, and powerful young stallion with an impressive show career. As a yearling he was class winner and Reserve Champion Colt at the Scottsdale show, Las Vegas top Five Yearling colt, Ströhen international days Silver Champion colt, Elran Cup Silver Champion colt, and Towerlands UK Silver Champion colt. As a two year old he was again crowned Towerlands Silver Champion Colt and Ladoire International Cup Gold Champion best in show. As a three year old he received a Silver Champion cup at the Bruges show in Belgium. He also is a promising sire, as one of his first filly, SULTANA AM, was All Nations Cup class winner and Silver Champion Yearling Filly. Another champion bred by HDM MARIA APAL’s breeder is MARRAKECH HDM (AJMAN MONISCIONE x MARBELLA HDM by MARAJJ), he was crowned champion at the Miono International Championships in Spain and class champion junior colt at the Ajman UAE international show. He is actually standing at stud in the UAE. VALENTYNA (PSYTADEL x VERONIA), another mare winning champion for HARAS DEL MAR in LAS VEGAS WORLD BREEDERS CUP. Her dam VERONIA has been standing for many years with HARAS DEL MAR stud and is actually still producing outstanding quality babies. As the list would longly extend, we are keeping our eyes on HARAS DEL MAR as they will continue their efforts on their quest of perfection for the Arabian horse breed. HDM MARIA APAL for sure has a great future ahead of her and we wish her a lot of success competing with ALHAWAJER stud for the UNITED ARAB EMIRATES.
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Written by equine journalist : HĂŠloĂŻse Mertens Contact: helobrussels@hotmail.com Tel: +34/673402041
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