The CSICH-A winners at the FEI Group VII Finals. Awards were presented by Second Vice President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) and Member of Al Shaqab’s Board of Directors Dr. Thani bin Abdulrahman Al-Kuwari, QOC Secretary General Jassim bin Rashid Al Buainain, President of FEI Regional Group VII Sultan Mohammed Khalifa Al Yahyai, Event President Khalid Al Hitmi and Event Director Khalid Sanad Al Nuaimi.
Dooha, Qatar: The FEI Group VII Finals concluded on Saturday night at Al Shaqab’s Longines Outdoor Arena, marking the end of a historic first edition hosted in Qatar.
The final day showcased exceptional performances across all categories, underscoring the depth of young talent in the region and further establishing Qatar as a leading hub for youth equestrian development.
Over three days, the championship brought together the top-ranked Children, Junior, and Young Riders from Group VII nations, representing a major milestone for equestrian sport in the Middle East and North Africa.
The day opened with an impressive performance in the 1.25m Youth category, where Abdalla Hamad Ali Al Kirbi of the UAE secured first place following an excellent round. Egypt’s Ismail Osama El Borai finished second, while Ali Mufrrej Ali Mohamed Alkarbi of the UAE completed the podium in third place, setting a strong tone for the day.
The Children’s Final (CSICH-A 1.15m) followed with another exciting display of young talent. The UAE’s Khaled Ahmad Khalifa Al Ayali Al Mheiri claimed first place, Qatar’s Abdulaziz bin Jassim Al Thani secured second, and Saudi Arabia’s Saud Alhadi took third. Additional strong results came from Abdullah Ghazzawi of Saudi Arabia in fourth, Qatar’s Mohammed Hamza Al Kuwari in fifth, and Kuwait’s Fay Alkaaoud in sixth.
In the Juniors Final (CSIJ-A 1.25m), Qatar’s Mohammed bin Jassim Al Thani delivered a standout winning performance, with Egypt’s Yassin Ramy Abd Al Ghafour finishing second and Mohammad Saeed Al Ghurair of the UAE taking third. The remaining top positions were claimed by Mabkhout Owaida Alkirbi in fourth, Alya Adnan Awadh Almheiri in fifth, and Egypt’s Omar Mohammed Ahmed in sixth.
The day concluded with the Young Riders Final, where Abdalla Hamad Ali Al Kirbi of the UAE secured his second victory of the day with a commanding performance. Qatar’s Saad Ahmed Al Saad finished second, followed by Egypt’s Ismail Osama El Borai in third. Completing the top six were Egypt’s Seif Yasser Fekry in fourth place, Saudi Arabia’s Abdulaziz Fahad Aleid in fifth, and Saif Owaida Mohammed Alkirbi of the UAE in sixth.
Celebrating a strong finish in the Young Riders Final at the FEI Group VII Finals. Awards were presented by Director of Equine Education at Al Shaqab Mohammed Jaber Al Khayarin; President of the Egyptian Equestrian Federation Dr. Ismael Shaker; President of FEI Regional Group VII Sultan Mohammed Khalifa Al Yahyai, and Qatar Equestrian Federation President Bader Al Darwish.
Reflecting on the successful conclusion of Qatar’s first hosting of the Finals, Khalid Al Hitmi, Event President at Al Shaqab, stated: “This edition marks a defining chapter for Al Shaqab and for Group VII. Hosting the Finals in Qatar for the first time has allowed us to set a new benchmark for youth equestrian competition in the region. The performances over the past three days reflect a promising future for our young athletes, and we remain committed to supporting their journey toward the 2026 Youth Olympic Games and beyond.”
The conclusion of the 2025 Finals represents a significant moment for Al Shaqab, Qatar Foundation, and the wider Group VII community.
Bringing together riders from fourteen nations, the championship showcased a shared commitment to developing youth talent and strengthening equestrian sport across the region.
As the champions of 2025 are celebrated, Al Shaqab extends its appreciation to all riders, federations, teams, and supporters whose dedication contributed to the success of this landmark edition.
