This second and final day began at the magnificent Stade des Hespérides, under a splendid sun and in a scorching atmosphere.
The most beautiful purebred Arabian horses competed for the final with elegance and tenacity.
This 4th leg of this new event, which began in February 2024, welcomed 89 horses from 13 countries, presented before 20 judges from around the world, to be evaluated on 5 criteria: head and neck, body, legs, type and movement. Each criterion is worth 20 points, for a maximum possible score of 100 points.
The prize money, exceeding 1 million euros, the largest in history, is the goal of all competitors. This reward will be awarded at the end of the season to the first stallion and the first mare, as well as to the first trainer and the winner of the overall ranking. This grand final, the 7th leg, will take place in Riyadh, starting November 6 of this year.
D Borkan Leads
The majestic D Borkan, from Dubai, confirmed first place among the stallions for this 4th leg, with a score of 54/60 possible.
Ajman Stud Unbeaten
Among the mares, victory currently belongs to the splendid Ajman Stud, which earned a score of 60 and remains unmatched.
Paolo Capecci, Best Trainer
Italian Paolo Capecci confirms first place for this 4th leg, with a score of 168 points. This celebrated trainer of D Borkan also oversees D Shakar and D Nafayes, who took second place in the stallion and mare rankings.
An indescribable spectacle concluded this 4th leg, under the applause of an admiring and captivated audience.
We wish all these wonderful purebred Arabian horses every success in the upcoming legs, and look forward to seeing them next year for a second edition.
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