A €1.5M Night in Doha: Abdullah Alsharbatly tops the CSI5* Grand Prix
A €1.5 million night in Doha
Emanuele Gaudiano on the second step of the podium in the CSI3*-W World Cup 1.50 m
The spectacular setting of the Longines Arena at Al Shaqab hosted a finale worthy of the grandest occasions, with the CSI5* Grand Prix 1.60 m worth €1,500,000 delivering intense excitement. Writing his name into the roll of honour of the iconic H.H. The Amir’s Sword Grand Prix was Abdullah Alsharbatly (KSA), riding the outstanding Diriyah, star of an explosive and flawless jump-off.
After two rounds in which clear rounds were extremely hard to come by, the tension was palpable. Every mistake was costly, every tenth of a second decisive. In the jump-off, Belgium’s Pieter Devos set the first benchmark, immediately bettered by Saudi rider Khaled Almobty. But it was the last to go, Alsharbatly, who showed nerves of steel, precision and determination: tight lines, surgical distances and a relentless pace that stopped the clock at an extraordinary 36.29 seconds, securing the win.
Behind him, Khaled Almobty with Diana du Plevau Z claimed a well-deserved second place thanks to a courageous performance, while Pieter Devos and Casual DV Z completed a podium that showcased the sport at its very highest level.
The atmosphere at Al Shaqab was electric from start to finish. The crowd followed every round with a rising wave of enthusiasm, erupting at each decisive fence and turning the Grand Prix into an unforgettable spectacle.
Great sport was also on display in the CSI3*-W World Cup 1.50 m (LR), the World Cup qualifying class won by Abdulrahman Alrajhi (KSA) aboard Lorenzo ES, after a precise and fast round that earned him victory. Right behind him finished Italy’s Emanuele Gaudiano, second with Nikolaj de Music, once again confirming his competitiveness on the international stage. Third place went to Belgium’s Pieter Devos with Jarina J, completing a top-class podium.
All the winners
CSI5* Grand Prix 1.60m (LR-AA) | Winner: Abdullah Alsharbatly (KSA) – Diriyah | 0 | 72.39 (Round 1) / 68.42 (Round 2) / 36.29 (Jump Off)
CSI3*-W World Cup 1.50m (LR-B) | Winner: Abdulrahman Alrajhi (KSA) – Lorenzo ES | 0 | 71.04 (Round 1) / 44.44 (Round 2)
CSI3*-W 1.40m Immediate Jump-Off | Winner: Sultan Salem Al Naemi (QAT) – Energika des Neyes | 0 | 72.57 (First Round) / 36.41 (Jump Off)
CSI3*-W 1.35m Special Two-Phase | Winner: Seif Eldin Essam Abbas (EGY) – Heathcliff Blue | 0 | 38.93 (Phase I) / 25.91 (Phase II)
CSI1* 1.15m Immediate Jump-Off | Winner: Khalid Al Hadi (KSA) – Hurry UP | 0 | 69.02 (First Round) / 35.25 (Jump Off)
CSI1* 1.25m Faults & Time | Winner: Seif Yasser Fekry (EGY) – Mambria | 0 | 57.13
CSIY-B 1.15m Special Two-Phase | Winner: Seeman Ebrahim Aljahrami (BRN) – Enjoy de La Proz | 0 | 31.18 (Phase I) / 28.75 (Phase II)
CSIY-B 1.25m Special Two-Phase | Winner: Sultan Abdulaziz Mayoof Alromaihi (BRN) – Estoril Un Prince | 0 | 36.55 (Phase I) / 30.10 (Phase II)
CDI1* Intermediate I Freestyle to Music | Winner: Jassim Al Kuwari (QAT) – Jack Sparrow | 74.242
The winner’s words
“It’s an incredible feeling. I’ve finished second a couple of times at the H.H. The Amir’s Sword and this time I finally made it. It’s a great victory for all Arab countries. I’m very proud of my country and my King. Thanks to my team and to my amazing mare.”
An edition that will remain in the memory of fans and that once again confirms Doha as one of the most prestigious stages in world show jumping.
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