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SPRING EDITION 2022 DEAR READERS, With the Spring edition of 2022 out, we are pretty confident we won’t be the only ones looking forward to greener pastures rich with nutrients, beautiful flowers, warmer temperatures, longer daylight hours, and more horse shows all over the world!

Most of all, it is reassuring to learn that the number of Covid deaths and cases - at least in Italy - is slowly declining. We should all take a deep breath and be optimistic as we

the shows, this issue is filled with cultural, historical, and informative articles illustrated with stunning photographs, including a dossier on Morocco, one on Saudi Arabia, and an essay on the ancient practice of Falconry written by our longtime collaborator William Richardot de Choisey. Written by Italian breeder and historian Domenico Tocchi, the straight Egyptian section continues with the second part on Mahroussa and her outstanding family.

Several top industry professionals are also

wish it to continue. On that note, the 2022 Spring issue features a freshly-baked report on the last leg of our show tour in the Arabian Peninsula, where the show season is still in full swing. Our team headed to Doha, Qatar, to participate in the spectacular 2nd edition of the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival, which included the Arabian Horse Peninsula Show, a Horse Auction, and the eagerly anticipated Title Show, which took place from 2-12 February 2022. Towards the end of the Festival, we had to fly to Abu Dhabi to attend the Abu Dhabi AHC 2022, from 9-12 February 2022, which was also very exciting! Besides

interviewed, including judge Amira Safady from the Netherlands, breeder CPE Arabians from Sicily, handler Thomas Tomasoni from France, Breeding & Equestrian company Al Jawaher Stud from Dubai, painter Lillo Dell’Utri from Sicily; photographer Ahmed Taha from Egypt, and French rider and Marketing/ Communications Entrepreneur Margot Chazel.

No matter whether you enjoy showing horses, learning about the latest breeding products, practising equestrian sports, drawing or photographing or simply relaxing after a long ride, this edition has something for each of you!

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ife is extremely difficult in the immense deserts of Saudi Arabia, where the thermometer can reach temperatures of -15° at night from *al-Nufud al-Kabir to the golden sand covering an area of 105,000 km2. It

as *Sabkhas, which can be hazardous for adventurers.

stretches from *Jubbah, which is famous for Paleolithic rock art sites to Sakaka, located above a fossilized forest. There is also the desert of *al-Araqana, which connects Medina with Tabuk, and the small desert of *Néfoud ad-Dahna, as well as the *Rub Al-Khali, which has dunes covering a global area of 650,000 km2, as well

ces shaped Bedouin men, their character, and their soul to reflect the values they inherited.

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In addition to playing an important role as a crossroads and the cradle of Islam, these provin-

Most Bedouins in these provinces are livestock and horse herders. The best-known tribe is *Rwalah. Some tribes live in nomadism, some others, such as *Fellahin, have a somewhat se-

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Abhaa Arabians

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Special Dossier on Saudi Arabia

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A Conversation With Margot Chazel

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Judge Interview | Amira Safadi

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Kiahf Show 2022

Special Dossier on Saudi Arabia

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INTERVIEWED BY SONIA SMALDONE The art of judging Arabian horses’ conformation takes some practice, but anyone who has spent time with these beautiful creatures can learn. A judge usually looks at balance, structure, muscling, gait, as well as breed-specific characteristics. Mrs Amira Safady from the Netherlands was the subject of my interview for the Spring issue of 2022. I appreciated her taking the time to walk me through some of the key aspects of her professional experience judging Arabian horses.

Hello, Amira! Thank you very much for accepting our invitation so kindly. Just to set the scene with our readers, give us some background about you, to your family and your education, please.

It was very soon that my parents realized that I had a great passion for horses. The stables would be the place to find me in my free time !

Having competed both in Jumping and Dressage, I began my Equine career at the age of 4 practising Equestrian vaulting.

With time, my passion grew into a specialism, graduating in Equine Studies.

When did you start getting interested in the pure-bred Arabian horse?

When I was introduced to the Arabian Hor-

se breed in 2008, it marked the beginning of something that has become an important part of my life.

At what age have you become a judge? What specific preparation did you get?

Since the beginning of 2016, I have been listed as a National Judge after I completed an internal course organised by the Dutch Federation, AVS. I conducted several probations under the supervision of several experienced judges before accepting my first invitation to judge.

What do you feel has been your most recent rewarding experience as a judge?

The most rewarding experience as a judge was without a doubt the unforgettable expe-

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t is a thrilling start to the spectacular second edition of the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival (KIAHF 2022), held for eleven days at the Katara Esplanade, near Doha, Qatar, under the gracious patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani. The quaint Bedouin-style canopy venue by the sea offers a picturesque view. At the inauguration, there is an all-pervading sense of authenticity and horsemanship!

KIAHF 2022 is organized by Cultural Village Foundation Katara, in partnership with Qatar Equestrian Federation, Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club, and Qatar Foundation, with the guidance of Professor Khalid bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti, Katara General Ma-

nager and Chairman of the Organizing Committee.

Other venerable members of the Organizing Committee are Mr Faleh Mohammed Al Nasser (Festival Manager), Mrs Kholoud Mohammed Al-Hail (CEO of Aspire Katara Hospitality), Mr Bader Mohammed Al-Darwish (Title Show Manager); Mr Ali Yousef Al-Rumaihi (Title Show Deputy Manager); Mr Khalid Abdullraheem Al-Sayed (Events & Cultural Affairs Manager –Katara); Mr Hussein Mohammed Al-Baker (General Services Manager – Katara) and Miss. Malika Mohammed Al-Shraim (News Media Department Manager – Katara General Secretary of Organizing Committee - PR & Communication).

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INTERVIEWED BY SONIA SMALDONE

illo Dell’Utri was born in Sicily and raised there. In London, he developed his natural talent and refined his skills in different painting disciplines and photography.

A master of painting and photography, he marries Italy’s extraordinary convention of portraits with today’s state-of-the-art photographic techniques. The result is his unique ability to replicate proposals and environments, capturing with his visionary affectability the excellence of identities portrayed. His passion for Arabian horses and the desert has taken him to Dubai, the pearl of the Gulf, where he currently lives. With his mobile studio, Lillo can reach clients in the cosiness of their own homes, wherever they are in the world.

Hello Lillo. Welcome on board!

Can you tell our readers a little bit about yourself?

Hello everyone! I was born in beautiful Sicily, the beaupearl of the Mediterranean Sea and the most beau tiful island in the world. I grew up there and graduated in Technical Engineering. At age 21, I left for London, looking for luck, doing any kind of job to support myself financially. I also worked as a waiter at restaurants.

Then, I started doing photography, from photography to wedding photography, and from this, I turned out to be a portrait painter.

This is how it all started in London!

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Did you dream of becoming a painter as a child or did you have other aspirations?

As a child, my dream was to become a great singer like James Brown. I used to play blues staff, like Zucchero Fonarciari’s rhythm and blues, a very famous Italian singer. At that time, this was my greatest ambition.

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espite the virulent pandemic that in Morocco swept out many events like in other regions of the world, the Show Commission of the Association Royale Marocaine des Eleveurs de Chevaux Arabes (ARMECPSA) managed to establish a regional competitions program in compliance

with the health and safety regulations, a very tight agenda, in a strict framework. However, it made it possible for breeders and owners to take their horses out from the boxes or in the meadows. It was a necessary event for the promotion of national breeding.

The circuit did not introduce any particular novelty about the conditions of participation in 2021, the local shows have been practically on a par with the previous years. See the table below:

ties, was very active under the leadership of Dr Vet Lahsen Fdail nowadays, it remains a

BOUZNIKA NATIONAL STUD June 19th, June 2021 = 130 horses MEKNÈS NATIONAL STUD June 26th, 2021= 113 horses EL JADIDA NATIONAL STUD July 3rd, 2021 = 87 horses MARRAKECH NATIONAL STUD 10th, July 2021= 105 horses

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Laghzal Youssef – President of the Show Commission

For several years, the ‘Association Royale des Eleveurs de Chevaux Arabes of Morocco’, as approved by the competent authori-

Dr Vet Lahsen Fdail – Director of Royal Stables + Dr Vet Yaraaf + Dr Vet Oussidhoum

relevant Organism of Selection (OS) that can ensure a status giving its responsibilities for placing the players in the breeding sector at

the heart of the debate.

By using different zoo-technical applications to the relevant bloodlines for the national herd, the current leaders of the Association are carrying out significant work in the shadows to support its members by continuing the development of the breed exclusively with traceable reproducers,the aim is to rule out overly fashionable subjects that will never guarantee the maintenance of a consistent breeding reservoir in the country.

The specific characteristics of the Arabian horses in Morocco have to perpetuate through an accurate genetic evaluation of a private mare in-situ to ensure the preservation or the improvement of phenotypic and genotypic features for a population with an adapted morphotype.

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Another notable event on the 2022 AHM show-tour in the Arabian countries is the 24th edition of Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championships, which is set to be held at the state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club in Abu Dhabi from 9th to 13th February 2022. The competition is organized under the kind patronage of HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nayan under the rules

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and standards of the European Conference Arabian Horse Organization (ECAHO), and its technical organization is under the supervision of the well-known General Director and Vice-Chairman of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society, HE Mohamed Ahmed Alharbi. Ecaho President Lacina Jaroslav is also in attendance. This show is exclusively reserved for passionate breeders and owners from the United Arab Emirates who flock here to present their best breeding products to an internationally renowned panel of 10 judges including Mrs Anna Stojanowska (Poland), Bérengére Fayt (France), Mr Bruce McCrea (United States of America) Elyas Ebrahim Faraj (United Arab Emirates), Dr Gianmarco Aragno (Italy), Mr Lucas Godzialski (Poland), Marianne Tangstedt (Denmark), Mr Mohamed Oussidoum (Bahrain), Mrs Sylvie Eberardt (Germany), and Ton Hulshof (The Netherlands).

The correct conduct of the show is the prerogative of the Disciplinary Commission, which consists of Mrs Amira Abdel Wahab Ben Ali, Mr Ouelhazi Kaied Bin Hadi, Mrs Zouaghi Farah, Dr Alkatheeri Dalal and Mr Elrefaei

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Photographer Interview Ahmed Taha

Interviewed by Sonia Smaldone

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Falconry on Horseback

Horse training and handling are challenging occupations for either a man or a woman. However, Italian Thomas Tomasoni seems unfazed. Horses are so dear to him that he spends twenty-four hours with them every day.

Thomas runs his own Arabian Training Center in Les Mans, about an hour and a half from Paris.

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Hello Thomas. Thank you very much for accepting the invitation!

To provide some background to our readers, could you tell us a bit about yourself, your family and your education?

Hello, AHM! Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!

I grew up in a small town near the cities of Brescia and Milan. As a child, I grew up in a family that worked in agriculture, so my early education was rooted in the love of nature and animals.

How and when did this passion for Arabian horses begin? Tell us about your first steps in the Arabian Horse industry...

Before I was born, my father was already passionate about horses. He used to raise Arabian horses. During the early 1990s, he presented our horses at some shows in Europe when handlers were relatively unknown.

I have wonderful memories of being 3 years old and sitting in the stands of the shows watching the horses parade.

Eventually, my father bought Patacha HT, a Russian Arabian mare by Kilimandscharo (Aswan x Karta).

This mare, who accompanied me throughout my childhood, led me to fall in love with the Arabian horse.

For me, horses have always been more than just a passion or a lifestyle.

Since I was a baby, this beautiful animal has been a part of me.

Thomas, have you developed a systematic program for handling Arabian horses at your Training Centre? Can you describe this program? How have your training/ handling techniques evolved over the years?

In my Training Center, I have a program that develops muscles and improves the aesthetic appearance of each horse.

But the most important thing for us is to understand the needs of each specific horse. In order to achieve the best physical results, it is essential that the animal has confidence in us and is mentally happy!

In this sector, there have always been different methods of working, but they all depend on how they are applied.

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Interviewed by Sonia Smaldone Successful photographers often become idols of new generations. It’s always interesting to see them in life, to take a glance behind the scenes, and hear their unique stories on how they got into photography. That’s the aim of the interview with Egyptian photographer Ahmed Taha, a very talented artist with a soft spot for Arabian horse photography.

Hello, Ahmed. Welcome on board! Let’s start from the very beginning. Why did you choose to pursue a career as a photographer?

Did you go to school to study photography, or are you self-taught?

Hello, it is such an honor to be interviewed by you. I started it as a hobby, and by the time I realized that practice makes it perfect.

So people started asking me to attend shows as a photographer and photograph their horses at their farms, and this when it turned into a career and, yes, I’m self-taught.

What does photography mean to you? How would you describe your photography style?

Photography is my life. It is also my chance to show the world the beauty that can pass by without notice every day in one second with one shot. After all, I consider myself an artist meaning that

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INTERVIEWED BY SONIA SMALDONE

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ello Abdul Rahman Mohamed Sharif AL Baidhaei!

It is always a pleasure to welcome new breeders into our community.

So thank you very much for having accepted our interview.

Who is Abdul Rahman Mohamed Sharif AL Baidhaei?

Mr. Abdul Rahman Mohamed Sharif Al Baidhaei is the Chairman of ARMS Group of Companies, an established, independently owned company that has been operating for over 75 years in the UAE. ARMS Group started with the launch of Dulsco in1953 and under the dynamic leadership of the USA educated Chairman, the group has expanded its reach into a range of new industries including Automotive, Auctioning, Manufacturing, Sustainable construction, Real Estate and Arabian Horse Breeding.

Mr. Abdul Rahman has a passion for his culture that has driven much of his strive towards breeding excellence and interest in Arabian horses. This passion is what has led to the creation of the award-winning Breeding & Equestrian company Al Jawaher Stud. He continues to lead

from the front with his entrepreneurial vision and innovative leadership to continue the success and growth of ARMS Group and related ventures.

When did you start taking an interest in the Arabian horse breed?

Since childhood Arabian horses have impressed me a lot. My fondest memories are of those horses owned by H. H Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Founder of Dubai and H.H Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum who held some of the most renowned Arabian stallions in the world.

During my visit to Russia as a businessman, I attended various horse shows and auctions where famous Arabian stallions such like “Pakistan Star” and “Muscat” were on display. The Arabian stallions attracted me and encouraged me to buy first Tursk Arabian Horse from Russia for Racing.

What made you prefer the Arabian breed to all the other breeds? And how long have you been breeding it?

Arabian horses are a part of Arabic culture and a part of my heritage. The Arabian horse is a

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breed famous for beauty, stamina, strength and its social characteristics. As one of the oldest horse breeds in the world, Arabian horses are the main breed to develop all other breeds of horses found around the world.

We have been breeding horses for 25 years, and we have grown our stable to include Egyptian, Polish and Russian breeding horses.

What does the word ‘breeding’ mean to you?

For the Arabian horse owner, breeding is different from any other type of breeder. While others breed their horses for commercial or competitive intents, for me breeding horses is about patience, love affection and endu-

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rance. Our breeding process involves an in-depth knowledge, in-depth research, an understanding of the combination of mares with stallions and how this process will add the value to the foal or filly.

When was your Stud created? What’s your typical day at the breeding farm? And which are the bloodlines mostly breed at your Stud?

We own the horses and have been breeding for the last 25 years. Initially, it was just a hobby and personal interest, but 2 years ago I attended the World Cup in Paris. Looking at the love and enthusiasm of the horse lovers there, the idea of having my own stud emerged. In 2017, we formally established “Al Jawahar Stud”. My motive in starting the

company was to develop the Arabian horse breed in the UAE region and bring back the bloodline to its motherland.

Leader and Ruler of Dubai H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum encouraged all the local stud owners to take care of the Arabian Horse breed and brought it back to motherland.

My usual day at the stud is to relax, research and engage in planning to create a new breed.

Bloodlines: We have mostly mixed bloodlines such as Straight Egyptian, Spanish, Polish as well as Russian bloodlines.

I would like to thank: • H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum who owns Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Special thanks to Mr. Mohammed Al Tawheedi and his team for the great support all along.

• Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan the Chairman of Arabian Horse Organization always encouraged and supported horse love worl-

dwide.

• H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman who owns Ajman Arabian horse Stud, for making high-quality mares available in the UAE. Without them, this dream would not have been possible.

Who is the most important breeding stallion at the moment?

All Arabian horses are precious and asking for a favourite is almost impossible. But in the case of stallions, each stallion has its own features and characteristics. New technology is allowing the creation of a variety of stallions all over the world.

But if I had to give a few top choices, they would be: 1. Fa El Rasheem from Dubai Arabian Stud 2. Aj Mardan from Ajman Stud 3. S.M.A. Magic One from Al Zobair Stud 4. Raoud Albidayer from AlBidayer Stud 5. E.S. Sarab from Emirates Stud

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2. Nazeer (foaled 9th August 1934 in Egypt) Which of your mares do you think is the was a grey Arabian stallion from Egypt and most important? Why? Aswan (1958–1984), named Raafat initially Mares have different collections with diffein Egypt. rent bloodlines. But to give special mention to a few in particular: 1. D KhattaDo you also brefah – Royal ed Purebred AraColours x D bians for show Jowan. - She purposes? If so, Won Highest where did this Point Horpassion for beause owned ty competitions

by UAE Ciarise from? tizen in AjYes, we certainly man Arabian breed Purebred Show Horse Arabians for show Auction – Japurposes.

Wanuary 2019 tching Arabian and Silver in D KHATTAFAH -ROYAL COLOURS X D JOWAN horses is always Senior Mares captivating becauChampionse of their features, beautiful characteristics ship in 2019 UAE National Championship. and affection towards humans. It still me2. D Crystal Moon – SW Magnum Fame x smerizes me to see all this beauty in comBHF Dark Moon – She gave us Fam Donapetition. I also enjoy seeing the enthusiasm tella who won many international shows. of other spectators at the competitions wa-

tching the Arabian horses with such passion If you could name one Arabian that coand interest. mes the closest to your ideal, which one would that be today?

Do you miss the shows My ideal to be mentioof the past or do you ned is El Shaklan (Shaprefer the atmosphere ker El Masri × *Estopa) of today’s exhibitions? bred by Om El Arab Both past and today’s and was born in 1975. exhibitions have their He was the most inown charm. In the old fluential Arabian staltimes, all interested pelion of the last century. ople gathered together, El Shaklan single-hanshared the same love dedly moved the breed and passion towards the forward and created the horses, and it used to standard that we seek bring the people of diftoday in our modern ferent cultures together show horses. to enjoy the exhibition.

More name not to miss In today’s exhibitions, out could be: this passion for horses 1. Muscat - One of the has crossed its border most famous Arabian overseas, and people all stallions, the best and D CRYSTAL MOON around the world are SW MAGNUM FAME X BHF DARK MOON ideal stallion till date.

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connecting with each other to share the moment of love and joy towards the horses.

Today’s exhibitions also give commercial dimension to this business which has added value to people’s passion towards equestrian.

To what extent is ‘marketing’ necessary in the Arabian horse industry?

Marketing, especially the introduction of social media, has brought the world of equestrian pursuits closer together while simultaneously expanding its borders.

Marketing can help build awareness for the breeder, can help breeders match mares and stallions and can help willing buyers to find the perfect horse.

Marketing is critical to success in the modern equestrian industry.

Al Jawaher Stud has been taking over the show scene...What have been the latest achievements?

Al Jawaher got a big boost this year by the striking victories of our homebred bay yearling colt foal JS Troy, by great sire Dominic M and out of Dubai Arabian Horse Stud’s grey mare D Ghaneemah, by Khalil Al Shaqab and out of the precious D Aziza by Ajman Moniscione out of Midnight Kiss. At the UAE National Championship 2021, JS Troy put on an amazing performance that earned him the title of Gold Medal Champion in the Yearling Colts Championship. After that, only four months later, at the 2022 Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championship, JS Troy took home a second Gold Medal in the Yearling Colts Championship.

We are thrilled to have such a talented colt at our stud, and, considering how well he is doing in his training program, we have no doubt he will provide us with many successes in the future. We were also very proud of our beloved JS Al-Sultan (FA El Rasheem x D Khat-

JS TROY GOLD CH. AT UAE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 2021 - YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP

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tafah) this year when he won Silver Medal Champion in the Junior Colts Class at the 2022 Al Dhafrah Arabian Horse Championship. Al-Sultan is one of the outstanding representatives of Al Jawaher Stud’s 2nd generation.

We are equally delighted by the results of two mares at stud, both of whom are third-generation Al Jawaher. First of all, Paris Al Jawaher (2019) (Fa El Rasheem x D Enas by Frasera Mashar x D Christal Moon)

was crowned Unanimous Gold Medal Champion Mare at the 2022 Ajman Arabian Horse Championship. It is worth remembering that Paris Al Jawaher maternal granddam D Christal Moon (2008) (SW Magnum Fame x BHF Dark Moon) is also the dam of the gorgeous champion mare Fam Donatella (2018) sired by Dominic M. Second of all, the mare JS Raneem (2019) (ES Harir x D Nammah) won the Bronze Medal at the Al Dhafrah Arabian Horse

PARIS AL JAWAHER GOLD CH. AT AJMAN ARABIAN HORSE SHOW 2022 - FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP

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Championship 2022. This is something we are extremely proud of. As for our new trainer handler Gerard Kurz from Austria, he is doing a great job and we are confident that his solid experience will lift our horses’ quality performance in the show rings. After the

want to use the best bloodlines to produce the finest horses in the world. This will help the UAE to grow stronger.

We also aim to be a market leader in the field and one of the best Studs that breeds the quality horses.

JS AL SULTAN SILVER CH. AT AL DHAFRAH ARABIAN HORSE CHAMPIONSHIP 2022 - JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP

pandemics, we are placing more of an emphasis on breeding but, at the same time, we are getting organized to show our horses in Europe, the US, and around the world.

What are the objectives you would like your breeding program to reach in the future?

We want to be a part of H.H. Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Founder of UAE’s vision of bringing Arabian Horse breeds back to motherland where it has its roots. We would like to breed quality rather than quantity, and we

Abdul Rahman, will you please leave a final message to the readers of AHM? Al Jawahar Arabian Stud is a newcomer to the market with high ambition, dreams and passion. We seek support from all the other market leaders and studs around the world to help us grow and introduce the best bloodlines of Arabian horses to the world.

Thanks a lot for your contribution, Abdul Rahman. On behalf of the entire AHM Team, I wish you all the best

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ife is extremely difficult in the immense deserts of Saudi Arabia, where the thermometer can reach temperatures of -15° at night from *al-Nufud al-Kabir to the golden sand covering an area of 105,000 km2. It

as *Sabkhas, which can be hazardous for adventurers.

stretches from *Jubbah, which is famous for Paleolithic rock art sites to Sakaka, located above a fossilized forest. There is also the desert of *al-Araqana, which connects Medina with Tabuk, and the small desert of *Néfoud ad-Dahna, as well as the *Rub Al-Khali, which has dunes covering a global area of 650,000 km2, as well

ces shaped Bedouin men, their character, and their soul to reflect the values they inherited.

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In addition to playing an important role as a crossroads and the cradle of Islam, these provin-

Most Bedouins in these provinces are livestock and horse herders. The best-known tribe is *Rwalah. Some tribes live in nomadism, some others, such as *Fellahin, have a somewhat se-

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tion or pack horses as the most valuable possessions, sometimes traded currency or honorary gifts between tribes.

The Bedouin diaspora underwent significant changes in its traditions during the 20th century, caused by the knowledge of the Western way of life that the Ottomans had gained since 1920, which was intended to limit the power of the Bedouin tribes.

dentary lifestyle. However, they were known to attack with their swift steeds caravans crossing these deserts.

In the beginning, they lived in black tents made of goat hair, separated by a partition called *gata, the animals were important for their nomadic lifestyle, camels as the main means of transporta-

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The Bedouin society is based on blood ties, the family has a fundamental effect on the whole group, and each tribe recognizes the authority of a legitimized Sheikh.

As part of the reunification of the tribes preceding the setting up of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a nation, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz alSaud, established the King Abdul Aziz Arabian

Horse Center in Dirab to bring to the eyes of the world the history of Arabian horses. Culture of the pure Arabian horse in the country. It is the responsibility of the Kaahc to ensure the administrative control of the Arabian Horse register, as well as all Arabian horse-related activities in the Kingdom.

In 1991 the World Arabian Horse Organization approved the first official Stud Book, and since then the Kingdom has experienced a significant cultural shift in terms of horse breeding, primarily in recent years, by adapting ancestral customs to contemporary times.

Since the herd has grown considerably because of new breeders or owners who have poured considerable funds into developing victorious subjects abroad, taking into account the cross-origination at the level of mothers and breeders, it is imperative to monitor non-consanguinity.

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has its breeding of high-quality horses originating from the cradle of the breed, boasting five bloodlines resulting from the collection, currently directed by Mr Abdulaziz Saud Al-Muqbil, who’s assisted with logistics by the kind Obadah Zabadi.

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One must act according to the King’s order and not ignore the breeding techni-

ques that have been used in the Kingdom for several centuries. All horses reserved for the competition have a reputation for their authenticity, they mark the spirits of

At present, national and international competitions are held each year on the country’s hippodromes, with Equestrian Endurance Competitions and hardcore production Arabian horse breeding competitions organized by the King Abdul Aziz Arabian Horse Centre. those who discover them, they are difficult to acquire, to export, they are the nation’s greatest treasure.

Saudi Arabia is determined to be closer to Arabian horse events in the Middle East, and we won’t have to wait long to learn more about that.

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5TH SAUDI INTERNATIONAL ARABIAN HORSES SHOW King Abdulaziz Arabian Horse Center – Saudi Arabia 15th to 18th December 2021

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respective age groups, resulting in a total of 246 competitors.

FINALS RESULTS YEARLING FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Ward al-Muawd, bay 2020 by SMA Magic One & Cinderellaa Breeder Al Sobaie – owner Sultan bin Mohammad bin Abdullah Silver - SK Tia, chestnut by ES Harir & Haifa ED Breeder – owner Al Sakab Stables Bronze - Salwa al-Mamlakah, chestnut 2020 by Vegas HEC & Sweet Venratta Breeder – owner Almamlakh Stud JUNIOR FILLIES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - D Hadeyyah, bay 2018 by Fa el-Rasheem & My Fair Rose D Breeder Dubai Arabian Horse Stud – owner Ajmal Stud

Silver - Genovia WN, bay 2019by Exxalt & Geneva CS Breeder – owner al-Watan Stud Bronze - Hilaliyat al-Khalediah, bay 2019 by Yaasoup al-Muawd & Halah al-Khalediah Breeder al-Khalediah Stables – owner al-Khaled Farm

bay 2018 by Fa el-Rasheem & ZT Magrumi Breeder Alhajri – owner Najd Stud Silver - AJ Faik, grey 2019 by Shanghai EA & AJ Farha Breeder Ajman Stud – owner Tala Stud Bronze - CA Amadeus, bay 2019 by Titan As & TF Star Of Afrika Breeder – owner al-Watan Stud SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Alexxanderr, grey 2014 by Excalibur EA & AR Most Irresistible Breeder Butler Carson – owner al-Sayed Stud Silver - Fuerte, grey 2014 by Shanghai EA & Frymuska Breeder Dobrzynsji – owner al-Mokhidlat Stud Bronze - Amir al-Reeh, bay 2017 by Fadi al-Shaqab & Zahira al-Zobair Breeder – owner al-Reeh Stud

SENIOR MARES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Bint Hazy al-Khalediah, grey 2013 by El Palacio & Hazy al-Khalediah Breeder al-Khalediah Stables – owner al-Khashab Stables Silver - Ghazalat al-Khalediah, bay 2010 by PA Gazsi & Argentina SS Breeder Davina Arabians – owner Ajmal Stud Bronze - Carmine al-Khaled, grey 2014 by Glorius Apal & Cosmopolitan J Breeder – owner al-Khaled Farm YEARLING COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Ezz al-Khashab, grey 2020 by Emerald J & Malikat al-Moluk Breeder – owner Al Khashab Stud Silver - Khald al-Salam, grey 2020 by Emerald J & Rania JK Breeder – owner al-Salam Stud Bronze - Bander al-Waseel, bay 2020 by Salman al-Waseel & Modhawi Breeder – owner al-Waseel Stud JUNIOR COLTS CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Mutabahi al-Hawajer, AHM | 53

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traditional image of the Middle East is the Arabian camels, also known as “vessels of the desert,” which are one-hued dromedaries that carry people and goods through the vast desert expanses of the Arabian Peninsula.

In addition to keeping the physical work going, camel wool is sought after, camel milk is rich in antioxidants, camel meat is consumed, and camel leather is widely used, the camel is a creature that deserves special attention.

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reasons outlined above, it has maintained its significance with breeding competitions, the most famous of which is the King Abdelaziz Festival, which takes place for forty days until mid-January in al-Rumhiya in the desert northeast 160 km from Riyadh, the owner of the most beautiful camel in the world will receive a staggering prize of 29 million euros in this early competition, carrying on the Bedouin tradition.

These competitions, judged by uncompromising experts, classifying three colour categories, are

very well attended by thousands of amateurs, who often make the trip to attend what is the

holy grail for camel breeders from all over the Arab world.

Camels have a very special place in the hearts

of Saudis, it is an industry that is both agricultural and even more so that responds to the ancestral traditions of the country which places camelids on an equal footing with falcons and Salukis preceding very away from equines, competitions are organized throughout the year, which ensures the rewards of the most beautiful specimens, wealthy passionate owners invest hundreds of thousands of euros to acquire the most beautiful subjects of the breed whose staff is particularly chosen to take care of their animals.

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cosmetic procedures are considered cruelty to animals by the Saudi authorities throughout the Middle East and Asia. Offenders and those who sometimes use *botox to compensate for cheating face very heavy penalties, and all competing camels are X-rayed.

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Female camel owners have been allowed to compete with their animals since this year, often owning *maghatirs, a very old breed of camel very sought after, Princess Sirene bint Abdulrahman

regularly takes part in competitions.

For the comfort of the thirty-three thousand animals of great value which often come from the United States of America, Russia, France, a ‘hotel’ with 120 outdoor enclosures for camels is installed on the 32km² with about fifty workers are busy caring for and monitoring their ‘champions’, which represents several million dollars.

Nearly one hundred thousand visitors come to see the biggest camel in the world,

three meters high. Around 2.3 million camelids live in the Arabian Peninsula.

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he name Ubayyah given to the Festival is that of the Mother of King Abdul Aziz alSaud, a founding father of modern Saudi Arabia.

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pride in competing with each other in front of the others, which is not a vain distraction, considering the recent development of the sector in the country, and overall prizemoney was 1 million Riyals.

The 2nd Ubayyah Festival Organizers have set themselves the goal of creating one of the region’s most important events dedicated to Arabian horses under Prince Salman bin Faisal al-Saud’s High Patronage, with intangible cultural and traditional events an-

As for the quality of the horses, it has been at least two decades since the country has been focusing its efforts on the production of the greatest champions in type and movements around the world that certain local owners have been able to acquire at great expense, because of this, the national herd has grown considerably, so it is necessary to organize more competitions of all levels across its various provinces, as young and wealthy individuals become ow-

ners, they have committed to putting on events under the aegis of the King Abdulaziz Arabian Horse Center.

chored for generations in the country, the promotion of young painters and calligraphers, sculptors, a colourful and fabulous program with *Ardah equestrian prowess astounded by the lightness of the riders and the dancing horses strangely accompanied by a disc jockey, that objective was largely achieved this year...

In spite of the fact that there was an overabundance of participants, the invited judges, including a detachment of the Royal Guard, were expanding their expertise to make the necessary selection for the championship following the official launch of the competition, the King Abdulaziz Arabian Horse Center provides zootechnical classes on equine breeding in order to support its declared goals of supporting sports, culture, heritage, and purebred breeding activities in 2030.

At an auction, about 40 Arabian horses were offered, with all the profits amounting to 48,000 euros going completely to charity, an example to follow wherever there is a competition of Arabian horses that can bring joy to people.

In the middle of the desert, everything was gathered there for the benefit of the thousands of visitors, who could admire the exhibition of the fabulous historical epic of the Al Saud family, who possess ancient bloodlines that are guarded as preciously as diamonds.

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grey 2019 by Jakhal Alfabia & ZT Maglal Breeder Ses Planes – owner al-Asool Stud

UBAYYAH JUDGES A - Mrs. Stojanowska Anna B - Mrs. Jamar Christine C - Mrs Darius Claudia D - Mrs Maria Annaratone - Ferraroni E - Mr McCrea Bruce F - Dr. Aragno Gianmarco G - Mr. Detailleur Koenraad H - Mr. Trela Marek In order to compete in the various B-International Championships, 151 females and 120 males in full condition competed in their respective age groups, for a total of 271 specimens.

YEARLING FEMALES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Mothelah Almuawd, grey 2021 by Fa el-Rasheem & Hela al-Zobair Breeder – owner al-Muajwd Silver - Eradah Athbah, grey 2021 by Parys K & Leen Athbah Breeder – owner Athba Stud Bronze - HD Tarfa, bay 2021 by D jalaa & Jolya al-Hawajer Breeder – owner al-Sogor al-Yami JUNIOR FEMALES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Ward al-Mujawd, bay 2020 by S.M.A Magic One & Cinderellaa Almuajwd Breeder al-Subaie – owner al-Diriya Stud Silver - Shmoaa al-Enaya, bay 2020 by Sultan Alenaya & Malika Alenaya Breeder Enaya Stud – owner al-Nukhaysh Stud Bronze - Abha Elfina,

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SENIOR FEMALES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Perfinka, grey 2011 by Esparto & Perfirka Breeder Bialka Stud – owner al-Rajhi Stud Silver - La Era De Excalibur, grey 2016 by Excalibur EA & Expected Beauty Breeder Las Rosas – owner Alsayed Stud Bronze - D Seyasah, grey 2015 by Fa el-Rasheem & D Myasah Breeder Dubai Arabian Stud – owner al-Tamimi Stud YEARLING MALES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - SK Shaheen, grey 2021 by Nabila al-Shaqb & SK Mia Breeder – owner al-Shaqab Stables Silver - Eyad Alkhaled, grey 2021 by Meteor Arabco & Eureka K.A Breeder – owner al-Khaled Farm Bronze - Fam Bandolero, grey 2021 by D Seraj & D Crysta lMoon Breeder José Morales Jordan – owner Wesam Nabil O Eid JUNIOR MALES CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Shaman al-Areeb, grey 2019 by Excalibur & Morjana Breeder – owner al-Areeb Stud Silver - AJ Sabran grey 2019 by Aj Kafu & Aja Caprice Breeder Ajman Stud – owner al-Sehli Stud Bronze - Zayed al-Zayed, bay 2020 by Bade al-Hawajer & SS Dana Breeder – owner Alaead Stud SENIOR STALLIONS CHAMPIONSHIP Gold - Amir al-Reeh, bay 2017 by Fadi al-Shaqab & Zahira al-Zobair Breeder – owner al-Reeh Stud Silver - D Rawaj, chestnut 2017 by Fa el-Rasheem & S Shroud Breeder Dubai Arabian Stud – owner al-Zayed Stud Bronze - AHM Motgatres, bay 2018 by Marajj & Shamsat al-Shawamis Breeder – owner al-Yammahi

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Text by: William Richardot de Choisey & Waleed al-Riyah Pics by: Al Fursan Organization Translation by Sonia Smaldone A few years ago, al-’Ulâ was a peaceful town in the Hejaz of the Bedouins, located in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, a region included in the seven governorates of the Medina Region.

There are large crenellated massifs with ocher colours that interrupt black basalts within the lunar topography of the valley. Here, oases have been cultivated since ancient times... The richness of this country springs from its ancient culture and its heritage.

UNESCO has designated al-Ulâ a World Heritage site since 2008. It is located near Hegra and Madâin Sâlih, both Nabataean caravan cities, like Petra in Jordan, on the route of incense and myrrh transported from

southern Arabia to Gaza.

In 2011, Prince bin Salman bin Abdulaziz alSaud established the Misk Foundation as a program of dynamic initiatives for technology, arts, and culture, followed by 2015, a program of reforms of all kinds formed by the new rulers of the Saudi Royal Family to promote economic liberalization by 2030 for the modernization of the country.

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being timed. The focus is on the best condition of the horse at the finish line, but, because of their versatility, Arabian horses often occupy the top of the register of victories.

The launch of the Custodian of The Two Holy Mosques Endurance This specific equestrian endurance event has become one of the most important sporting events of the season and is classified as two stars in the list of the International Equestrian Federation. The sands reveal the Arabian past, the ride is tough for both the man and the horse, having to contend with the weather and the natural elements in the Middle East.

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Cup 2022 witnessed massive international participation, with total prize money of 4.2 million USD. About 206 riders participate with horses owned by local owners, they set off to finish the 120 km drawn on a desert territory, including terrain variations, four mandatory stops to check the horses’ condition = 1st stop 37.7 km, 2nd stop 31.6 km, 3rd stop 28.0 km, 4th stop 22.7 km.

142 competitors could not finish the race for various reasons, all pairs in good condition, the participation of Saudi riders is impressive!

It was an almost grouped finish of the event won without contest by two Uruguayan riders: Federico Ferber achieved a speed of 21.9 km / h with HC Yaiza, a female a.ar born in 2011 in al-Ain Stables, and Andrés Rivera achieved 21.9 km / h with SM Fabricio, a male a.ar born in 2011 in al-Ain Stables. They received their trophies from Prince Abdallah ben Abdelaziz al-Saud, a great moment for all horses lovers.

Therefore, Saudi Arabia is at the crossroads of tradition and modernity in “The threshold between tradition and modernity”.

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s part of the program of multiple activities within a model of economic and economic development, the program of King Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud to enhance the local cultural heritage in support of this concern for international openness, a first artists’ residence was inaugurated around the theme of the rebirth of this oasis.

In order to encourage cultural exchanges, the immense artist Marine Oussedik represented her creativity in a large mural imaged by her art as a guest of honour.

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even thousand years of history get woven into the valley of al-’Ulâ. All the great ‘badawiyoune’ Bedouin tribes as the Ruweilah, the Anazeh, the Howaytat with branches like Ibn Jazi, Abu Tayi, the Anjaddat, and the Su-

laymanniyin, lived through the time of great political movements, including the Hejaz Railway, whose famous Colonel Lawrence (Laurence of Arabia) had succeeded in uniting all the tribes to protect Medina.

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It is an extraordinary place that the Saudi government has taken into account to enhance its heritage territory and turn to internationalization that is also cultural, Alia Keys performed at Maraya, and renowned architect Jean Nouvel designed Sharran Project, a luxury hotel nearing completion.

As part of planning sports activities in this desert region of the Hegra site designated by Unesco as a World Heritage site, with the necessary protective reserves, to facilitate the arrival in Saudi Arabia, direct flights from Paris to Al-Ula have now become permanent for Europeans.

Initially, the Royal Commission for al-Ula partnered with the Saudi Polo Federation, led by Amr F. Zedan, to organize a Polo event, which needed a major technical partner to be successful by bringing together financial partners. For the first time, the Maison Richard Mille, known for

prestigious events, attracted enormous international participation of riders and their mounts.

Despite evergrowing success at the second Richard Mille Al-Ula Desert Polo Tournament, it got reserved for a certain elite with a significant financial component remaining in the excitement of watching a competition in this breathtaking place, where the horses in this desert appeal to the memories of a thousand-year-old civilization.

Several of the fans of this discipline who attended the first edition returned for the second. As

a public that loves to admire the sporting side of the best players in the world in action, emulation has also been carried out by the influx of Saudi royalties and friends, such as HRH Prince Abbas bin Ali bin Nayef, HRH Prince Sultan al-Faisal, Sheikha Alya al-Maktoum, and HSH AHM | 73

Prince Carl von Oettingen became enthralled to this sport, Prince Bader al-Farhan, Minister of Culture and Governor of the site, and the most fervent actor for the cultural and sporting development of its territory.

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A prominent community that brings together professional players who get the support of major sponsors. The Dolfina Polo Team, founded by Adolfo Cambiaso, is an example of perseverance in supporting a successful team, the

English House of Bentley is always present at the call, which allows the Royal Commission for Al-Ula to ensure a long partnership to maintain an equestrian strategy, which could eventually become a destination for all horse lovers by developing Polo in Saudi Arabia, often defined as ‘Sport of the Kings’...

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28-year-old French rider, Margot Chazel lives in Dubai where she combines her endurance career with her marketing and communication company, Select

by Margot Chazel. She met us shortly after she finished third at the 2022 Al Fursan Endurance Cup in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia, one of the most prestigious and richest sporting events in the world. The two-star classification race, recognized by the International Federation for Equestrian Sports, is 120 km over four loops in an average of eight hours through the stunning scenery of the Al-Ula region. Therefore, we asked Margot about her fantastic experience at this year’s third edition.

Margot, good to meet you! Please tell us a little bit about yourself, your family and your education, just to set the scene with our readers.

Hello, everyone! I am a French Arabian horse passionate. I come from

an Arabian horse involved family from one part and a humanitarian involved family in the other part. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Event organization business school which I studied in France and Mexico.

I have started working in the show business after my graduation thus, I have always followed the industry through my grandmother. I am grateful to HE Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani for trusting the freshly graduated girl I was at the time with the marketing of Al Zobair Stud.

When did you first encounter an Arabian horse? What was his/her name?

I grew up surrounded by horses and most especially Arabians, this is where my passion comes from. I was lucky to cross the road of plenty of amazing horses but as a young girl I would say the beautiful flea-bitten stallion Nichem which

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age. Way before being able to walk actually…

I started Endurance at 12 years old, doing my first international competition at 14.

You moved to Dubai at some point. What was your main motivation? How does your current business operate there?

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How old were you when you started horseback riding?

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I came to Dubai the first time with my father when I was 11 years old. It was love at first sight! My goal since then was to move to Dubai.

I drove my life toward this goal.

Even though my family always thought it was just a child’s dream well… I did prove them wrong!

I have started working in the show business after my graduation which allowed me to ful-

fill my dream to move to the UAE. Indeed, the middle east is filled with opportunities for young people and I am grateful to HE Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammad Al Thani for trusting the freshly graduated girl I was with the marketing of Al Zobair Stud.

I opened my business in 2020. Thankfully I mostly need my phone and computer to work but I believe it is important to be close to my clients that is why I chose the middle east and especially the UAE.

Your recent participation in the 2022 Al Fursan Endurance Cup in Al-Ula was notable. What time did the race begin?

What horse did you ride?

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Margot Chazel with AL SAUD Abdullah Bin Fahad Bin Abdullah (President of the Saudi equestrian federation)

Thank you! The actual race started at 7am, but you know, a race starts months before with hard work and preparation at home (which I

thank the amazing team for the amazing preparation). The mare I was trusted with was named Chaitana Des Chaises. She is owned by H.E Sheikh Abdulla bin Faisal Al Qassimi and trained by Mr Anzaq Mehmood.

What was the most exciting or challenging moment while racing? What about the weather or ground conditions?

To be honest, the excitement started when my trainer told me I was riding Chaytana. She is one special mare!! During the race, we had to improvise as the race was much more difficult than we thought. We were alone 90% of the race so we both had to keep motivated and focused. I would say that starting the last loop in 3rd position was definitely very exciting !

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Would you recommend the Al Fursan Endurance Cup to other riders? Why?

I recommend it 100 % !!! For the experience, for the adventure and for the landscape. Definitely the most beautiful place I have ever seen! Saudi Arabia is a land of wonders. I thank the Al Fursan Endurance Cup Committee for allowing us to discover it through our passion and AQ Stables for giving me the opportunity to participate!

Do you have any dreams or goals for endurance racing in the future?

Margot Chazel with Trainer Anzaq Mehmood

How did you feel after the last loop? Do you have any lessons learned from this experience?

Well... I was over the moon! Finishing 3rd in such a technical race is a great achievement.

Chaytana was a rockstar!

The lesson I learnt was to trust my instincts and nothing is earned in advance.

I would like to go back to the US to finish the TEVIS Cup which I was able to complete a few years ago to finish my challenge to be the 1st lady to complete the 5 most difficult 160km races worldwide...

Otherwise, to continue being trusted with such amazing horses. Every ride small or big is an achievement!

Would you like to say anything to the Arabian Horse Magazine readers?

Thank you for reading this article and please, DREAM

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INTERVIEWED BY SONIA SMALDONE The art of judging Arabian horses’ conformation takes some practice, but anyone who has spent time with these beautiful creatures can learn. A judge usually looks at balance, structure, muscling, gait, as well as breed-specific characteristics. Mrs Amira Safady from the Netherlands was the subject of my interview for the Spring issue of 2022. I appreciated her taking the time to walk me through some of the key aspects of her professional experience judging Arabian horses.

Hello, Amira! Thank you very much for accepting our invitation so kindly. Just to set the scene with our readers, give us some background about you, to your family and your education, please.

It was very soon that my parents realized that I had a great passion for horses. The stables would be the place to find me in my free time !

Having competed both in Jumping and Dressage, I began my Equine career at the age of 4 practising Equestrian vaulting.

With time, my passion grew into a specialism, graduating in Equine Studies.

When did you start getting interested in the pure-bred Arabian horse?

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se breed in 2008, it marked the beginning of something that has become an important part of my life.

At what age have you become a judge? What specific preparation did you get?

Since the beginning of 2016, I have been listed as a National Judge after I completed an internal course organised by the Dutch Federation, AVS. I conducted several probations under the supervision of several experienced judges before accepting my first invitation to judge.

What do you feel has been your most recent rewarding experience as a judge?

The most rewarding experience as a judge was without a doubt the unforgettable expe-

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rience at the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival 2022 in Doha... It was an honour to be a part of the amazing judges’ panel at the world’s most prestigious show.

What horse or horses have you judged that have left the greatest impression on you?

During my judging career, I have seen quite a few beautiful Arabian horses, but two have left a lasting impression on me. A massive number of 450 Arabian horses took part in the Kuwait Purebred Arabian Horse Show.

Upon reaching the Mare classes, I was in awe. The quality was amazing with very impressive mares. One of them was so special as if looking at a portrait and yet something very real. Definitely, a moment to remember...

What are, in your opinion, the strengths of the breed and how do you tackle the concepts of ‘beauty’ and ‘functional correctness’?

The strength of the breed is answered when

asking what distinguishes Arabian horses from other breeds. Besides their high intelligence, sensitivity, and charisma, their looks capture the heart. Their beauty comes from their expressive features, highlighting ‘the eyes’. The eyes speak a thousand words...I believe this to be of major importance in my breeding program. Both as a breeder and a rider, I place a high priority on conformation and the effect it can have on the motion. Arabian horses should be functional in multiple disciplines, thus finding the right balance between beauty and quality. For a healthy, functional horse, whether it will be shown or ridden, functional correctness is mandatory.

Which particular skills are necessary to become an accountable judge?

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ledge of the standards that are the basis of all forms. As a prerequisite to qualifications,

experience with horses is imperative to understand the importance of conformation, genetics, movement, etc.

In theory and practice, I have built my knowledge of Arabian Horses and wish to convey the importance of maintaining quality and type and contribute to the development of the breed worldwide.

Amira, are you also a breeder? If so, tell us about your breeding program? Which bloodlines do you breed?

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eder. I share this passion together with my husband Eiad Safady. Our horses symbolize our Stud, Royal Dutch Arabian Stud in the Netherlands. It is home to 20 Arabian horses. Over the years, we have collected a diversity of bloodlines, but they all share a lot of characteristics. Each is a strong mover with big eyes and a strong body. I and my husband aim to find harmony between beauty and quality in our breeding program, which has led to international competitions in 3rd generations. Our homebred RDS Exquisite is out of the Ajman Moniscione daughter Angelica KS. Angelica has another important stallion in her dam line, the straight Egyptian Al Hadiyah AA, which brings outstanding Arabian type. RDS Exquisite is owned and bred by Al Orasia Stud under the Bahraini flag. She got crowned Bronze World Champion Junior Filly 2021. She made a spectacular debut, and in our hearts, we hope that she will return to the world one day so that everyone could see her beauty once more. As Arabian Horse breeders, a

filly of such high quality embodies all we could hope for.

To what extent has the current global health crisis been affecting the industry? Has it impacted your job?

Everyone in the world has been affected by the pandemic, shows have been rescheduled or even cancelled because of it. I agreed to judge the Al Jassimya Online show during the lockdown. This was a great initiative during this difficult time!

Amira, would you like to leave a final message to the readers of this interview?

The Arabian horses have led me to meet so many people all over the globe who share the same fascination for this breed. The horses are something I am very grateful for having as a part of my life.

Amira, thanks for your kind words.

Best of luck with your judging!

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t is a thrilling start to the spectacular second edition of the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival (KIAHF 2022), held for eleven days at the Katara Esplanade, near Doha, Qatar, under the gracious patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani. The quaint Bedouin-style canopy venue by the sea offers a picturesque view. At the inauguration, there is an all-pervading sense of authenticity and horsemanship!

KIAHF 2022 is organized by Cultural Village Foundation Katara, in partnership with Qatar Equestrian Federation, Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club, and Qatar Foundation, with the guidance of Professor Khalid bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti, Katara General Ma-

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nager and Chairman of the Organizing Committee.

Other venerable members of the Organizing Committee are Mr Faleh Mohammed Al Nasser (Festival Manager), Mrs Kholoud Mohammed Al-Hail (CEO of Aspire Katara Hospitality), Mr Bader Mohammed Al-Darwish (Title Show Manager); Mr Ali Yousef Al-Rumaihi (Title Show Deputy Manager); Mr Khalid Abdullraheem Al-Sayed (Events & Cultural Affairs Manager –Katara); Mr Hussein Mohammed Al-Baker (General Services Manager – Katara) and Miss. Malika Mohammed Al-Shraim (News Media Department Manager – Katara General Secretary of Organizing Committee - PR & Communication).

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Sponsor), the following sponsors have taken part in the 2022 edition: Ahlibank (Exclusive Banking Sponsor), Hairaat Jewellery (Diamond Sponsor),

sula Horse Show and many in-kind prizes. The prize money for the Title Show Championship amounts to QR13,990,000, with several in-kind prizes including cars and watches from Nasser Bin Khaled Al-Thani & Sons Holding and Ali Bin Ali Luxury.

There are also special prizes for ‘The Legend’ (Senior Category) QR3,000,000, and a ‘Special Award’ for the horse that has won every category since being a yearling - QR2,000,000.

Besides Nasser Bin Khaled Al-Thani & Sons Holding (Diamond Sponsor) and Ali Bin Ali Luxury (Titanium

Vodafone (Telecom Sponsor), Qatar Insurance Group (Platinum Sponsor), Qatar Airways (Airlines Sponsor), Al Kass (Media Sponsor), Communication (Social Media Sponsor), and White Event (Social Media Sponsor). At the Festival, there are also entertaining activities for families, including live painting, painting auctions, equestrian art exhibitions, photo exhibitions, and pony rides for children. But also stories about the horse legend of Arab heritage, Arab instrumental music, and we have heard that two new books about horses are to be released!

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Katara International Arabian PeninsulaHorse Show 2022 2nd-5th February The Festival opens on 2nd February with a military band, followed by the Arabian Peninsula Horse Show, a competition in which 239 horses of the purest Egyptian lines from 5 countries compete under

the expert eye of 11 international judges: Mr Machmoum Mohamed (Morocco); Mr AlHusseini Sufian Taha (Palestine); Mr Hegazy Nashaat (Egypt); Mrs Ohlsson Kathleen (Sweden); Mr Al Mesbah Jassim Khaled (Kuwait); Mrs Safady Amira (The Netherlands); Mr Al-Nakeeb Hassanain (United Kingdom); Mr Beste Klaus G. (Germany); Mr Scanzi Fausto (Italy); Mr Moschini Christian (Italy); and Mr Murillo Kammer (Brazil).

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With the rank of Disciplinary Commissioners: Dr Benamar Malak (Morocco); Mrs Poszepcyiska Alicja (Poland); Mrs Van Eerten Vivian (The Netherlands); and Mr Abusamra (United Arab Emirates).

Ringmasters: Dr Mohsen Mohamed (Egypt) and Mr Ceccaroni Roberto. The Championship can be followed by Livestream thanks to the Web camera of Arabian Essence.

Starting on 2nd February 2022 at 15:00 Asia/Qatar (13:30 Europe/Rome), the Arabian Peninsula Horse Show ended on 5th February 2022 with the following final results: In the Yearling Fillies Championship, the grey D Mashee’ah (Safeer Al Wadi x D Masha’A A Allah) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud wins the Gold medal. The chestnut NK Lara (NK Nabhan x NK Lina) bred by Dr Hans Nagel and owned by Doha Stud wins the Silver medal. The grey Gazaa Al Shaqab (Al Ayal AA x Zenab Albadeia), bred and owned by Al Shaqab Stud member of QF, wins the Bronze medal.

In the Junior Fillies Championship, the grey Yamama Al Nasser (Nasser x Jurie Al Rayyan) bred by Al Nasser Stud and owned by Al Wajba Stud) wins the Gold medal. The grey D Ameereyyah ( Asfoor Al Waab x Royal Emira), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, wins the Silver medal. The grey Ameera Al Waab (Farhoud Al Shaqab x Amaal Al

Waab) bred by Sheikh Abdulla Khalid HA and owned by Doha Stud wins the Bronze medal.

In the Senior Mares Championship, the grey Menouah Al Rayyan (Fares Al Rayyan x Bint Mesoudah M HP) bred and owned by Al Rayyan Farm wins

the Gold medal. The grey Salma Al Bawadi (Hilal Al Nakeeb x Maha Al Khaled), bred and owned by Al Bawady Stud, wins the Silver medal. The grey Nardene Al Naif (Sahib x Johara Al Naif), bred and owned

by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Nasser Al Ahmed Al Thani, wins the Bronze medal.

The grey Theeban Al Rayyan (Ezz Aldanat x Sahla Al Rayyan) bred and owned by Al Rayyan Farm, wins the Silver medal. The grey Shehab Al Farres (Naseem Al Rashedia x Dana El Farres) bred and owned by Mansoor Masoud A Marri wins the Bronze medal.

In the Junior Colts Championship, the black D K’Hailan (Royal Colours x D Afaf), bred and owned

by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, wins the Gold medal.

The grey Nibras Aljassimya (Naseem Al Rashediah x Sade Al Khamsa) bred by Sorrentino Giulia and owned by Aljassimya Farm wins the Silver medal.

The grey Yazeed Al Rayyan (Fahroud Al Shaqab x Murjanah El Alya), bred and owned by Al Rayyan Farm, wins the Bronze medal.

In the Senior Stallions Championship, the grey Naseem Al Rashediah (Al Adeed Al Shaqab x Nabaweyyah Ezzain), bred by Abdulrahman AljasmiAl Rashediah Stud and owned by Sheikh Thani Bin Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani wins the Gold medal.

The bay Asayel Rashiq (Frasera Mashar x PSE Rasheekah), bred by Azienda Agr. Il Palazzotto by Capecci Paolo and owned by Al Reeh Stud, wins the Silver medal. The grey Nhaar Al Nasser (Ansata Nile Echo x Maisa Al Nasser), bred and owned by Al Nasser Stud, wins the Bronze medal.

In the Yearling Colts Championship, the grey Sinan El Alya (Sinan Al Rayyan x Noor Al Rayyan), bred by El Alya Stud and owned by Sheikh Meshaal Issa TI Al Thani, wins the Gold medal.

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YEARLING FILLIES | Final Championship

D MASHEE’AH

SAFEER AL WADI x D MASHA’A ALLAH Breeder: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud Owner: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud

NK LARA

GAZAA AL SHAQAB

Breeder: DR. HANS NAGEL Owner: DOHA STUD

Breeder: AL SHAQAB (MEMBER OF QF) Owner: AL SHAQAB (MEMBER OF QF)

NK NABHAN x NK LINA

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YEARLING COLTS | Final Championship

SINAN EL ALYA

SINAN AL RAYYAN(US) x NOOR AL RAYYAN (QA) Breeder: El Alya Stud Owner: SHIEKH MESHAAL ISSA T I AL-THANI

THEEBAN AL RAYYAN

SHEHAB AL FARRES

Breeder: Al Rayyan Farm Owner: Al Rayyan Farm

Breeder: MANSOOR MASOUD ALMARRI Owner: MANSOOR MASOUD ALMARRI

EZZ ALDANAT x SAHLA AL RAYYAN

NASEEM AL RASHEDIAH x DANA AL FARRES

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JUNIOR FILLIES | Final Championship

YAMAMA AL NASSER

NASSER AL RAYYAN x JURIE AL RAYYAN Breeder: Al Nasser Stud Owner: AL WAJBA STUD

D AMEEREYYAH

AMEERA AL WAAB

Breeder: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud Owner: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud

Breeder: Sheikh Abdulla Khalid H A Al Thani Owner: DOHA STUD

ASFOOR AL WAAB x ROYAL EMIRA

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FARHOUD AL SHAQAB x AMAAL AL WAAB

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JUNIOR COLTS | Final Championship

D K’HAILAN

ROYAL COLOURS x D AFAF Breeder: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud Owner: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud

NIBRAS ALJASSIMYA

YAZEED AL RAYYAN

Breeder: SORRENTINO GIULIA Owner: ALJASSIMYA FARM

Breeder: Al Rayyan Farm Owner: Al Rayyan Farm

NASEEM AL RASHEDIAH x SADE AL KHAMSA

FARHOUD AL SHAQAB x MURJANAH ELALYA

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SENIOR MARES | Final Championship

MENOUAH AL RAYYAN

FARES AL RAYYAN x BINT MESOUDAH M HP

Breeder: Al Rayyan Farm Owner: Al Rayyan Farm

SALMA AL BAWADY

NARDENE AL NAIF

Breeder: Al Bawady Owner: Al Bawady Stud

Breeder: ABDULLA BIN NASSER AL AHMED AL THANI Owner: Sheikh Abdulla Bin Nasser Al Thani

HILAL AL NAKEEB x MAHA AL KHALED

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Katara International Arabian PeninsulaHorse Show 2022

SENIOR STALLIONS | Final Championship

NASEEM AL RASHEDIAH

AL ADEED AL SHAQAB x NABAWEYYAH EZZAIN Breeder: ABDULRAHMAN ALJASMI - AL RASHEDIAH STUD Owner: SHEIK THANI BIN HAMAD BIN KHALIFA AL THANI

ASAYEL RASHIQ

NHAAR AL NASSER

Breeder: AZ AGR IL PALAZZOTTO CAPECCI PAOLO Owner: AL REEH STUD

Breeder: Al Nasser Stud Owner: Al Nasser Stud

FRASERA MASHAR x PSE RASHEEKAH

ANSATA NILE ECHO x MAISA AL NASSER

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s part of KIAHF 2022, the Katara Arabian Horses Auction is held on 7th February 2022, starting at 18:00 Asia/Qatar (16:00 Europe/Rome) and ending at 01:00 Asia/Qatar (23:00 Europe/Rome).

championships. Besides helping owners sell their horses, the auction also offers buyers superior show horses that can compete in championships.

Hot hours come with the selling of eggs. One embryo from the outstanding Dubai Arabian

Among the participants, we see many familiar faces, people we have previously met at the Arabian Peninsula Show and available to cooperate with us for future interviews. There are 32 horses available for bidding this year.

This sale provides a unique opportunity for horse owners, breeders, and enthusiasts to purchase purebred Arabian horses that had previously won regional or international

Horse Stud World Champion mare FT Shaella gets purchased at the staggering amount of 3.200,000 QR (about 769.742,41 Euro) by Al Thumama Stud from Qatar. A record price in the Arabian horse world!! But most of all, another piece of evidence is that Qatar spares no endeavour in supporting and promoting Arabian breeds in all their forms.

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n important aspect of the Festival is the Al Aseel Arts Auction. Stunning paintings of Arabian horses in their natural habitat are displayed by international artists. Ilyas Phaizulline from Russia, Ali Al Mimaar from Baghdad, Jill Vanstone from Australia, Debora Rush from Western New York, as well as sculptor Pierre Jules Mene from France, are all established artists whose works hang in the world’s most prestigious museums and galleries, as well as in the homes of famous collectors in several countries.

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During the Festival, Miss Malika Mohammed AlShraim gave us a quick interview. Despite being very busy, she took the time to answer a few questions...

Hello Malika. Could you please introduce yourself to the readers of Arabian Horse Magazine?

My full name is Malika Mohammed Al-Shraim, I was born in Qatar, and I am the New Media Department Manager and General Secretary of the KIAHF 2022 Organizing Committee. That’s a great honour!

What has changed this year from last year’s Katara International Arabian Horse Festival?

Definitely include the Arabian Horse Peninsula Show. The Festival this year featured three main events, the Peninsula Show from 2nd to 5th February, the Horse Auction on 7th February, which was very successful with high-quality horses, and the Title Show that lasted 4 days, from 9th-12th February, and saw a massive increase in participation. The second remarkable difference was the number of participating countries, which totalled 11 across the globe in this second edition. Even with the pandemic, we were

able to accommodate all international participants and their horses, by facilitating their transportation to Qatar. We had more than 700 horses this year and all of them were already multi awarded international champions. We had staggering total prizemoney of QAR 17,083,500. There were also additional in-kind prizes this year, making the prizes more visible. Qatar has worked tirelessly to implement international standards in the championships it organizes, making it a global and distinctive sporting destination for horse owners, breeders, and horse lovers looking for championships that contribute to preserving authentic Arab heritage, and raising the name of Qatar and make our nation proud. One of the most important sporting events in the world, the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival is dedicated to protecting the rich equestrian heritage with a range of activities relating to horses and equestrian sports, arts, and culture...

It makes me very proud to be a Qatari woman to have contributed to such an amazing success!

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n 9th February, we all meet again at the Katara International Arabian Horse Title Show. For all lovers and breeders of Arabian horses, the Championship represents the pinnacle of achievement as, right here, you can see some of the finest purebred Arabian horses in the world perform at the highest level.

Championship this year. An increase over last year’s 248.

The Judging panel is composed of 12 internationally renowned experts of the breed: Ann Norden (Sweden), Anna Stefaniuk (Poland), Carmelo Zaragoza Gimenez (Spain), Cedes Bakker (The Netherlands), Fabio Amorosino (Brazil), Francesco Santoro (Italy), Graham

A mere glance at the catalogue reveals that the breeding programs presented in the 2022 edition are of superior quality and that competition will be fierce and strong. A total of 309 purebred Arabian horses from 7 different countries have registered at the Title Show

Smith (Australia), Hassanain Al-Nakeeb (United Kingdom), Jerzy Bialobok (Poland) Robbie den Hartog (The Netherlands), Santiago Fornieles (Argentina), and Tamas Rombauer (Hungary).

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Qatar (23:00 Europe/Rome) with the following champion winners:

ners: Alicja Poszepczynska Poland), Dr Gianpaolo Teobaldelli (Italy), Line Brunsgaard (Denmark), Dr Partricia Emanuelsen (Denmark) and Vivian van Eerten (The Netherlands).

In their capacity of Ringmasters: Cristian Moschini (Italy) and Dr. vet. Mohamed Mohssen (Egypt). Assistant Ringmaster: Roberto Ceccaroni (Italy). Livestream by: Arabian Essence (Italy), Arabian Insider (Italy) and KIAHF. The show kicks off on February 9, 2022, at 15:30 Asia/Qatar (13:30 Europe/Rome) and ends up on February 12, 2022, at 01:00 Asia/ AHM | 130

In the Yearling Fillies Championship, D Expo (D Seraj x Elle Jaharra ) wins the Gold medal. She is bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Rayyanah Al Nasser (Marwan Al Shaqab x Remal Al Nasser) wins the Silver medal. She is bred and owned by Al Nasser Stud – Sheikh Nawaf Bin Nasser Al Thani. D Raseel (D Seraj x Elle Flamenca) won Bronze medal. She is bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

In the Junior Fillies Championship, D Hadeyyah (Fa El Rasheem x My Fair Rose) wins the Gold medal. She is bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and owned by Ajmal Stud. Falak Al Shaqab (Enotri EEA x JJ Farabella) wins the Silver medal. She is bred and owned by Al Shaqab Member of QF. D Jahraa (Excalibur EA x D Jawaher) wins the Bronze medal. She is bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

Nawaf Bin Nasser Al Thani. Nomaas Al Jumail (NA-Mous Al-Shahania x Assunta GCA) wins Bronze medal. He is bred and owned by Aljumail Stud.

In the Senior Mares Championship, Donna Molta Bella Sra (Da Valentino x RD Fabreanna) wins the Gold medal. She is bred by Dan & Maureen Grossman and owned by Aljassimya Farm.

Nada Al Shahania (Besson Carol x MFA Annies Song) wins the Silver medal. She is bred by Byatt Michael & Co. and owned by Al Shahania Stud.

Maisa Al Nasser (Sinan Al Rayyan x Zanubia Al Nasser) wins the Bronze medal. She is bred and owned by Al Nasser Stud – Sheikh Nawaf Bin Nasser Al Thani.

In the Yearling Colts Championship, Bahi Al Jassimya (Sahm El Arab x Balada Al Alfabia) wins the Gold medal. He is bred and owned by Aljassimya Farm. Amos SH (EKS Farajj x Thalita K.A.) wins the Silver medal. He is bred by Sea Horse and owned by Al Nasser Stud – Sheikh

In the Junior Colts Championship, D Sharar (D Seraj x FT Shaella) wins the Gold medal. He is bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

RDS Armani (Excalibur Ea x Stellaris BPA) wins the Silver medal. He is bred by Eiad & Amira Safady and owned by Aljassimia Farm. LR Solo Mio (AJ Radman x LR Buena Mia) wins the Bronze medal. He is bred by Las Rosas Estancia and owned by Al Shahania Stud.

In the Senior Stallion Championship, EKS Alihandro (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Psylhouette) wins the Gold medal. He is bred by Brown Willie and owned by Al Jassimya Farm.

E.S. Harir (AJ Dinar x TF Magnums Magic) wins the Silver medal. He is bred by Emirates Stud - Sheikh Abdullah Bin Majid Al Qassimi and owned by Al Wajba Stud. EKS Mansour (EKS Alihandro x EKS Phateena) wins the Bronze medal. He is bred by Brown Willie and owned

by Al Shahania Stud.

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YEARLING FILLIES | Final Championship

RAYYANAH AL NASSER

MARWAN AL SHAQAB x REMAL AL NASSER Breeder: Al Nasser Stud Owner: AL NASSER STUD - SHEIKH NAWAF BIN NASSER AL THANI

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D EXPO

D SERAJ x ELLE JAHARRA

Breeder: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud Owner: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud

D RASEEL

D SERAJ x ELLE FLAMENCA Breeder: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud Owner: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud

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YEARLING COLTS | Final Championship

AMOS SH

EKS FARAJJ x THALITA K.A. Breeder: SEA HORSE Owner: AL NASSER STUD - SHEIKH NAWAF BIN NASSER AL THANI

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BAHI ALJASSIMYA

SAHM EL ARAB x BALADA AL ALFABIA Breeder: ALJASSIMYA FARM Owner: ALJASSIMYA FARM

NOMAAS AL JUMAIL

NA-MOUS ALSHAHANIA x ASSUNTA GCA Breeder: ALJUMAIL STUD Owner: ALJUMAIL STUD

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JUNIOR FILLIES | Final Championship

FALAK AL SHAQAB

ENOTRI EEA US x JJ FARABELLA AR Breeder: Al Shaqab member of QF Owner: Al Shaqab member of QF

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D HADEYYAH

FA EL RASHEEM x MY FAIR ROSE-D

Breeder: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSES STUD Owner: Ajmal Stud

D JAHRAA

EXCALIBUR E.A. x D JAWAHER BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

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JUNIOR COLTS | Final Championship

RDS ARMANI

EXCALIBUR EA x STELLARIS BPA Breeder: EIAD AND AMIRA SAFADY Owner: ALJASSIMYA FARM

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D SHARAR

D SERAJ x FT SHAELLA Breeder: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud Owner: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud

LR SOLO MIO

AJ RADMAN x LR BUENA MIA BREEDER: LAS ROSAS ESTANCIA OWNER: AL SHAHANIA STUD

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SENIOR MARES | Final Championship

NADA AL SHAHANIA

BESSON CAROL x MFA ANNIES SONG Breeder: MICHAEL BYATT OR RAY OR NORA,TX Owner: Al Shahania Stud

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DONNA MOLTA BELLA SRA DA VALENTINO x RD FABREANNA

Breeder: DAN OR MAUREEN GROSSMAN Owner: AlJassimiya Farm

MAISA AL NASSER

SINAN AL RAYYAN x ZENUBIA AL NASSER BREEDER: AL NASSER STUD OWNER: AL NASSER STUD - SHEIKH NAWAF BIN NASSER AL THANI

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SENIOR STALLIONS | Final Championship

E.S. HARIR

AJ DINAR x TF MAGNUMS MAGIC

Breeder: EMIRATES STUD | SHEIKH ABDULLAH BIN MAJID AL QASSIMI Owner: AL WAJBA STUD

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EKS ALIHANDRO

MARWAN AL SHAQAB x OFW PSYLHOUETTE Breeder: BROWN WILLIE Owner: ALJASSIMYA FARM

EKS MANSOUR

EKS ALIHANDRO x EKS PHATEENA BREEDER: BROWN WILLIE ZAF OWNER: AL SHAHANIA STUD

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uring the shows, pyrotechnic lights adorned the main arena of the Katara Esplanade, adding to its visual splendour. We were honoured to be a part of this exceptional Festival. KIAHF 2022 witnessed unrivalled excellence and perfection. All the appreciation goes to all the people and all the breeders of Qatar for their welcome and generous hospitality. But also their affection for the shows. We all flew from our countries to Qatar and participated in the Arabian Peninsula Horse Show and the Title Show. It has been a unique experience of shared passion

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that we will remember for months to come.

We thank Professor Khalid Bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti and all the other members of the Organizing Committee for their professionalism and excellent organization. We would also like to thank our Qatari colleague Miss.

Malika Mohammed Al-Shraim - News Media Department Manager, Katara General Secretary of Organizing Committee, and PR & Communication, for her kind welcome. Lastly, kudos to all of the officials with whom we always have fun. See you all next year!

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INTERVIEWED BY SONIA SMALDONE

illo Dell’Utri was born in Sicily and raised there. In London, he developed his natural talent and refined his skills in different painting disciplines and photography.

A master of painting and photography, he marries Italy’s extraordinary convention of portraits with today’s state-of-the-art photographic techniques. The result is his unique ability to replicate proposals and environments, capturing with his visionary affectability the excellence of identities portrayed. His passion for Arabian horses and the desert has taken him to Dubai, the pearl of the Gulf, where he currently lives. With his mobile studio, Lillo can reach clients in the cosiness of their own homes, wherever they are in the world.

Hello Lillo. Welcome on board!

Can you tell our readers a little bit about yourself?

Hello everyone! I was born in beautiful Sicily, the pearl of the Mediterranean Sea and the most beautiful island in the world. I grew up there and graduated in Technical Engineering. At age 21, I left for London, looking for luck, doing any kind of job to support myself financially. I also worked as a waiter at restaurants.

Then, I started doing photography, from photography to wedding photography, and from this, I turned out to be a portrait painter.

This is how it all started in London!

Did you dream of becoming a painter as a child or did you have other aspirations?

As a child, my dream was to become a great singer like James Brown. I used to play blues staff, like Zucchero Fonarciari’s rhythm and blues, a very famous Italian singer. At that time, this was my greatest ambition.

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From London to Dubai. How did it all happen exactly?

In London, I became acquainted with several Saudis, even members of royal families from Riyadh. I was asked to paint portraits of their royalties. So, I left London for Riyadh. In reality, I kept travelling the London/ Riyadh flight route for a while. But, when I discovered Dubai, I decided to settle down there. And, that’s where I live now.

When did you first meet an Arabian horse?

Why is the Arabian horse such a central theme in your artworks?

Riyadh is where I first saw the Arabian horse. I used to ride only purebred English horses when I lived in England. While I was in Riyadh on business, I met a Prince who owned a herd of purebred Arabian horses.

My first impression of them was their beauty and perfect body conformation. It was love at first sight, and ever since that day, the Arabian horse has become my greatest source of inspiration!

When did you move to London? What motivated you? What were you looking for at the time that you could not find in Italy?

We all know that London is the city of music. I wanted to do something with music, and I thought London would give me more opportunities. It quickly became apparent that I would have a tough time finding my way there. The city is teeming with talent. For this reason, I decided to pursue photography instead.

What techniques do you use for painting?

Oil painting on canvas. I also use my computer to paint. Before painting a portrait, I prepare a digital presentation. I then send it to the client.

Through my digital presentation, he/she can see what the final product will look like. I then translate the digital image into oil on canvas. This is how it works!

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What’s your relationship with the desert and the people there?

Saudis are a bit like Sicilians. They’re simple people, humble and down-to-earth, just like us in Sicily. I felt completely et ease when I moved there.

Arabs were in Sicily for 75 years and their influence on our culture is impressive. Our local dialect contains many words of Arabic origin. I think Sicily is not Italy but the Middle East. I reckon that’s

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the main reason I felt immediately at home once there. Meanwhile, I got married to a Muslim woman, and before that, I converted myself to Islam.

Have you done any Arabian horses themed exhibitions? If yes, which are they?

Yes, I always do. I exhibit my paintings a bit everywhere in the UAE, also here in Dubai. The subject portrayed is not always the Arabian horse, but it can also be the person and their horse. Of course, the Arabian horse remains my first and my foremost passion! Once, I was a breeder myself, I owned two mares and one stallion, so I would ride every day. Later when my beloved stallion died, I decided to sell the mares... However, I have never stopped horseback riding. I always make sure I take a ride every day, mostly at friends’ riding centres.

Which is your favourite painting?

I don’t have a favourite painting over the others, you see.

Each portrait tells a unique story and is unique in its own right...

My self-portrait with my beloved stallion holds a special place in my heart and will always do... My stallion is still with me.

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What effect do you think the Internet will have on art in the future? What is the best way for a potential client to reach you?

I must admit that the internet has had a positive impact on my art. With just one click on the keyboard, potential clients can see my artwork anywhere in the world. It’s quite impressive. On my Instagram and Facebook pages, I’ve created dedicated virtual galleries. All of my paintings can be found there. I have clients who contact me from afar to commission portraits. I can receive pictures from anywhere in the world. From there, I can begin painting, and once complete, I return the final portrait to my client. That’s how it works for me.

What are your hopes and dreams or future goals? Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

My dream is to create a Coffee Chain like Starbucks, Costa or Caffé Nero, for example, but all made in Sicily, you see. I mean wine, food, sandwiches, pastries, traditional dishes with specialities strictly from Sicily. I am currently looking for a potential investor willing to join and invest in this business. I would love to build my Coffee Venue and call it “Arts Portrait Café”. I will finally have a place of my own to showcase my paintings, invite people around, organize music events, etc. That’s my dream! I want to bring Sicily over here. My island is the most beautiful place on earth!

Lillo, would you like to leave a message to the readers of this interview?

“Honour your life existence with a portrait of yourself for your journey to be venerated”.

That’s my message to all readers of this interview!

Thank you very much, Lillo. The Artworld is anxiously awaiting your future creations!

Lillo Dellutri

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espite the virulent pandemic that in Morocco swept out many events like in other regions of the world, the Show Commission of the Association Royale Marocaine des Eleveurs de Chevaux Arabes (ARMECPSA) managed to establish a regional competitions program in compliance

with the health and safety regulations, a very tight agenda, in a strict framework. However, it made it possible for breeders and owners to take their horses out from the boxes or in the meadows. It was a necessary event for the promotion of national breeding.

The circuit did not introduce any particular novelty about the conditions of participation in 2021, the local shows have been practically on a par with the previous years. See the table below: BOUZNIKA NATIONAL STUD June 19th, June 2021 = 130 horses MEKNÈS NATIONAL STUD June 26th, 2021= 113 horses EL JADIDA NATIONAL STUD July 3rd, 2021 = 87 horses MARRAKECH NATIONAL STUD 10th, July 2021= 105 horses

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For several years, the ‘Association Royale des Eleveurs de Chevaux Arabes of Morocco’, as approved by the competent authori-

ties, was very active under the leadership of Dr Vet Lahsen Fdail nowadays, it remains a

Dr Vet Lahsen Fdail – Director of Royal Stables + Dr Vet Yaraaf + Dr Vet Oussidhoum

relevant Organism of Selection (OS) that can ensure a status giving its responsibilities for placing the players in the breeding sector at

the heart of the debate.

By using different zoo-technical applications to the relevant bloodlines for the national herd, the current leaders of the Association are carrying out significant work in the shadows to support its members by continuing the development of the breed exclusively with traceable reproducers,the aim is to rule out overly fashionable subjects that will never guarantee the maintenance of a consistent breeding reservoir in the country.

The specific characteristics of the Arabian horses in Morocco have to perpetuate through an accurate genetic evaluation of a private mare in-situ to ensure the preservation or the improvement of phenotypic and genotypic features for a population with an adapted morphotype.

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In 2021, a big challenge has been to ensure collective events at several genetic competitions promoting the development of old or new players in the sector, the hope for 2022 is to rediscover collective emotions in extended dimensions to attract young people.

LITTLE STORY ABOUT THE 2021 NATIONAL SHOW FOR EGYPTIANS HORSES July 17th, 2021 El Jadida National Stud In the Kingdom of Morocco, the presence of Egyptian blood - ‘iidha wulidat min al’ard, fa’aynama’ adhhab hu watanium wakulu albashar hum waldi – has always been connected with the great history of peoples. Mostly in Egypt, the ‘asil’ horse was an abiding presence in the daily life of the natives, including the Nubian population that generated illustrious black Pharaohs, in their way conveyors of wisdom and traditions.

The awakening of Moroccan lovers and defenders of the Egyptian horses - sometimes called ‘Orientals’ by Europeans - brings back to life fundamental interests to install, revive and allow a recovery aimed at a national production based on its biotope following millennial breeding traditions, a perfect resonance followed by private breeders, and a positive reversal in the Arab world with the twenty-two member countries of the Arab League.

The country’s main interest is to create a pluralism within the direct bloodlines that do not give rise to the controversy on consanguinity that is still a sensitive issue in today’s world, the consequence of such a practice is impressive, a degeneration of the breeding products many aware equine geneticists has remarked, find below an exhaustive list of reproducers with Egyptian bloodlines present in Morocco:

MARES ---------------------------------------Mas Romana, 2007 by Ibn Morafic II (Ibn

Morafic x Aslah) and Grea Rayanna (Classic Rayan x Grea Sharaffa Am Merin bint bint Munira, 2009 by Scharif el Bataa (Mameluck x Saida Bataa) and Am Munira bint Abbas Pasha (Abbas Pasha x Ansata Munira)

Am Merin bint bint Munira

Kniza Rej, 2009 by Sir el Kaaba Rej (The Verdict HG x MB Lattiha) and Noor el Kaaba Rej (Badie Bouznika x Baraem) Topis Kyona, 2010 by Ibn Ikhnaton (Ikhnaton x Maydhia) and Jh bint al Kareem (Imperial Alkareem x JH bint Il Nasek)

PSE Maizah

PSE Maisah, 2012 by PSE Mubaarez (Imperial Baaron x Imperial Baarezah) and Imperial Kabaarah (Imperial al Kamar x Imperial Baarilla)

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Bint Sadiiq el Aaz, 2017 by Exotic Sadiiq (Shagran al Nasser x Simeon Sarice) and Kahima bint Shaarifa (Shahada Shaafi x Kahima)

Maghribi, 2002 by Imperial Mashhar (Imperial Madheen x Imperial Janaabah) and Khemisset (Imperial al Kamar x PVA Turfah)

Bint Sadiiq el-aaz & Ajmal el-Aaz

STALLIONS-----------------------------------Harb, 1992 by Imperial Madheen (Messaoud x Madinah) and Royal Halipha (El Halimaar x Royal bint Pharrah) JRW Aziim, 2000 by MB Attal (The Atticus x MB Madirah) and Sar Julyane (El Zawba x Sar Abriel Mirwan)

Maghribi

JRW Aziim (Haras Royal)

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Imperial Bisaam, 2004 by Imperial Baarez (PVA Karim x BB Ora Kalihah) and Imperial Karree (Imperial al Kamar x Imperial Safillla)

Anouar Bouznika, 2009 by JRW Aziim (MB Mattal x Sar Julyane) and Thee Black Pearl (Thee Desperado x Muraja Alichia) Shahada Jumaan, 2014 by Rafahag (Authentic Khazim x Maresha al Kidir) and TB Jumaana (Ramses x Sulifah) Imperial Bissam

Rahafag, 2006 by Authentic Khazim (Maysoun x Kaliya) and Maresha al Kidir (Al Kidir x Kahila)

Shahada Jumaan

Rafahag

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Van Kaa, 2014 by Mahir Malik (Thee Desperado x Emira Katourah) and Dulce Liya (Abbas el Dine x Kaliya)

Van Kaa

Exotic Sadiiq, 2017 by Shagran al Nasser (Ansata Selman x Dana al Nasser) and Simeon Sarice (Imperial Madaar x Simeon Sayver).

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After many years of traditional breeding competitions, the creation of the Morocco Pyramid Society brought modernity to Morocco in the historical process of the sector, the formulation of objectives that can be carriers of relevant values for all the breeders of Egyptian horses, which have been the quintessence of equines for a long time.

A spring of hope, the committed, sometimes forgotten, actors, Mr. Chleuhs and Mr. Rifains have one thing in common: to breed horses corresponding to the ancient splendour of the breed, an activity that they do not want to exercise under any influence or dependence, they are free men, at this event, it is possible to admire extraordinary male reproducers who can provide an essential reservoir in the Kingdom for a collection of broodmares with disparate origins.

Members of Pyramid Society of Morocco

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Silver - Saddam al-Fawaress, 2018 by Ajmal Sahaab & Radhja al-Farah - Al Fawaress Stud Bronze - Issan ibn Rania, 2019 by Al Fayed & Frasera Rania - Issan Stud

TOTAL STARTING LIST: 102 HORSES Straight Egyptian Junior Females Championship Gold - Issan Fayrouz, 2019 by Al Fayed & Am Merin bint bint Munira - Issan Stud Silver - Issan Rania, 2020 by Issan Rayhan & Issan Nejma - Issan Stud Bronze - Issan Ragia, 2018 by Harb & Hyblea Rajaa - Mohamed Laarifi

Straight Egyptian Senior Females Championship Gold - Issan Malacha, 2016 by Rayyan al-Naif & SL Rashida - Issan Stud Silver - Issan Omnia, 2014 by Rafahag & FM Athenais - Issan Stud Bronze - Issan Sharifa, 2017 by Abbas el-Dine & Masharella - Issan Stud Straight Egyptian Junior Males Championship Gold - Issan Malik, 2020 by Rayyan al-Naif & Malik by Walkir - Issan Stud

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Silver JM Egyptian Show Saddam al-Fawaress

Straight Egyptian Senior Males Championship Gold - Azzim al-Boraq, 2016 by Maghribi & Jouihra al-Boraq - Haras Al Boraq Silver - Issan Rayhan, 2015 by Rayyan al-Naif & Frasera Rania - Issan Stud Bronze - Nesyamon al-Boraq - 2012 by Maghribi & Pasha Yasmeena - Haras al-Boraq A general debate on the conduct of this significant competition sprung up from the fact that 35 participating horses belonged to the same breeder-owner, the latter had a highly competitive edge over the others, but, we shall remember, that according to many Official Breeding Regulations about all breeds in the World, it gets forbidden for a single person to enter or participate in a competition with more than twelve (12) horses, it is indeed a sensitive issue to be addressed for next year.

10TH NATIONAL BREEDERS CUP SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2021 MEKNES NATIONAL STUD 122 PARTICIPATING HORSES Junior Fillies Championship Gold - Layla Bouznika, 2018 by Lammath Atbah & Om el-Jeania - Haras Royal Bouznika Silver - Al Reem De Jaid, 2020 by Eks Alihandro & Pepita Mams - Omar Jaid Bronze - Nabila Bouznika, 2020 by Marsal al-Shaqab & Majidah bin Eternity – H-Royal Bouznika Senior Mares Championship Gold - Soultana De Dream, 2016 by Kanz al-Bidayer & Oa Sham Sabrah - Mgarfaoui Silver - Kounouz Bouznika, 2017 by Lammath Atbah & Gazala HBV - Haras Royal Bouznika Bronze - Wardat al-Assam, 2014 by Galin-

ka Conquistador & Massinga - Karim Filali Meskani Junior Colts Championship Gold - Nihad Bouznika, 2020 by Marsal al-Shaqab & Bouchra Bouznika – H-Royal Bouznika Silver - Sherif BM, 2018 by Mahder al-Jamal & Amabel Almar - Mehdi Benlafkih Bronze - Ghouzal al-Shaqab, 2018 by Gazal al-Shaqab & Ainhoa Miss Justice - Haras al-Boraq Senior Stallions Championship Gold - Ezzaim Bouznika, 2013 by TS Apolo & EE Auras Echo - Haras Royal Bouznika Silver - Mashehour De Dream, 2017 by Eks Alihandro & Oa Sham Sabbah - Belayane Bronze - Qadamous al-Boraq, 2015 by Nadhar al-Bidayer & Lilia al-Boraq - Haras al-Bora AHM | 175

139 PARTICIPATING HORSES Despite the heat, this two-day competition got exceptionally organized by Dr Vet Oussidhoum, supported by a dedicated and friendly team, despite the low attendance of the people at the show, the Moroccans who turned up deployed an oriental fragrance among the guests,such a fraternal spirit exists in this country more than everywhere else. It was a quality event, the memories remain generally positive in this particular year, meeting new and young breeders was quite interesting, Mlouki Stud and Cherqui Arabians work in a promising synergy for the Arabian horse breeding in Morocco.

Junior Fillies Championship Gold - TF Maisa, 2018 by Marajj & Latiffa - El Atouani Silver - Farascha 2019 by Fuerte & Natascha bint Bengaki - Mehdi Benlafkih Bronze - Marrakesch, 2020 by Shiraz Lafon & Merida J - Youissef Darim Senior Mares Championship Gold - Wiernna EA, 2016 by Excalibur EA &

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Wilandra EA - El Atouani Silver - Gallileah, 2014 by Espekt & Grabce bint pacha - Mehdi Benlafkih Bronze - tGW Shabessa, 2013 by Shanghai EA & MC Messona - Mehdi Benlafkih

Junior Colts Championship Gold - Jamil BM, 2019 by Fa el-Rasheem & GW Shabessa - Mehdi Benlafkih Silver - Al Iskandar, 2018 by Kanz al-Bidayer & Frasera Rasha - Mlouki Stud Bronze - Nihad Bouznika, 2020 by Marasal al-Shaqab & Bouchra Bouznika – H-Royal Bouznika

Senior Stallions Championship Gold Bamanssour, 2010 by WH Justice & Harmattan Reyhanna - Mohamed al-Ahrach Silver Picasso EA, 2010 by Padrons Psyche &

Nedraska Kossack - Mamoun Arabians Stud Bronze Issan Rayhan, 2015 by Rayyan al-Naif & Frasera Rania – Issan Stud

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With the dawn of the year 2022, which hopefully will be more merciful in its unfolding, a new generation of breeders-owners has already begun to reshape the ranks. For the future Arabian horse shows, news handlers must participate - real workers, not just a young boys with a big ego.

All professionals or amateur handlers with ambition for the discipline are important for the future of the sector in Morocco, all professionals want to participate in show competitions that may result in a selection of reproducers on a national level, the success is subject only to the breeders.

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Under the kind patronage of HH Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Presidential Affairs and Chairman of Emirates Arabian Horse Society Text by ARABIAN HORSE MAGAZINE Another notable event on the 2022 AHM show-tour in the Arabian countries is the 24th edition of Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championships, which is set to be held at the state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club in Abu Dhabi from 9th to 13th February 2022. The competition is organized under the kind patronage of HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nayan under the rules

and standards of the European Conference Arabian Horse Organization (ECAHO), and its technical organization is under the supervision of the well-known General Director and Vice-Chairman of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society, HE Mohamed Ahmed Alharbi. Ecaho President Lacina Jaroslav is also in attendance. This show is exclusively reserved for passionate breeders and owners from the United Arab Emirates who flock here to present their best breeding products to an internationally renowned panel of 10 judges including Mrs Anna Stojanowska (Poland), Bérengére Fayt (France), Mr Bruce McCrea (United States of America) Elyas Ebrahim Faraj (United Arab Emirates), Dr Gianmarco Aragno (Italy), Mr Lucas Godzialski (Poland), Marianne Tangstedt (Denmark), Mr Mohamed Oussidoum (Bahrain), Mrs Sylvie Eberardt (Germany), and Ton Hulshof (The Netherlands).

The correct conduct of the show is the prerogative of the Disciplinary Commission, which consists of Mrs Amira Abdel Wahab Ben Ali, Mr Ouelhazi Kaied Bin Hadi, Mrs Zouaghi Farah, Dr Alkatheeri Dalal and Mr Elrefaei

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show champions:

Mr. Jaroslav Lacina (E.C.A.H.O President) and Mrs. Hamda Alkhajeh

In the Yearling Fillies Championship, Gold medal winner ES Sharjah (ES Sarab x ES Rasheeda), bred and owned

by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Majid Al-Qassemi. Silver medal winner AJ Mwary (Shanghai EA x AJ Mouna) bred and owned

by Ajman Stud – HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Bronze medal D Rama (FA El Rasheem x D Ajayeb) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

Elsayed, all from the United Arab Emirates.

The Ringmaster is Mr Eidha Almenhall (United Arab Emirates). The show is commented on in English and Arabic by speakers Mohammed Abu Bakr (United Arab Emirates) and Blaak Eric (Netherlands).

Photographers: Mr Morhaf Al Assaf and Mrs Ibraham Lisa.

The show begins on February 9th at 15:30 Asia/Qatar (13:30 Europe/Rome) and ends on February 13th, 2022 at 01:00 Asia/Qatar (23:00 Europe/ Dr. Abdel Wahab Ben Ali Amira - Disciplinary Committee Rome) with a solemn awards ceremony for the following In the Junior Fillies Championship, Gold medal winner AJ Alula (AJ Marzan x Ayat Almuawd), bred and owned

by Ajman Stud – HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi.

Silver medal winner AJ Ghazalah (Shanghai EA x Ghadeer AM) bred and owned

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mi. Bronze medal winner D Reemah (D Seraj x D Nawal), bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud.

In the Senior Mares Championship, Gold medal winner Basandrasettimocielo (Ajman Moniscione x MA Scarlet), bred by Annaratone Ferraroni Anna and owned by Ajman Stud – HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. Silver medal winner Estonia (Palatino x Esparta) bred by SK Janow Podlaski and owned by Yousif Ahmed Abdullatif Ahmed Al-Ali. Bronze medal winner Jhindra (Profender KA x Destiny) bred by Schoefs Frederic & Roger and owned by Bahrain Royal Team.

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Arabian Horse Stud. Silver medal winner AL Aryam Ashaq (D Seraj x Al Aryam Abla), bred and owned by Al Aryam Arabians.

Bronze medal winner ZT Magrumi) bred and owned by Dr Ghanem Mohamed Obaid Alhajri.

In the Junior Colts Championship, Gold medal winner AJ Ajban (AJ Kafu x AJ Saphira), bred by Ajman Stud – HH Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi and owned by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Majid Al-Qassemi. Silver medal winner Al Aryam Hasheem (FA El Rasheem x Al Aryam Hamra), bred and owned by Sheikh Khalifa Bin Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Al Nahayyan. Bronze medal winner KA Nishan (Shanghai EA x J Nazwa), bred and owned by Khaled Ghanem Mubarak Alomairi.

In the Senior Stallions Championship, Gold

medal winner Muhab BHM (SMA Magic One x Mademoiselle), bred by Bin Humaila Arabian Horse Stud and owned by Talal Humaid Mohammed Humaid AlMaskari. Silver medal winner Al Aryam Shklaan (Excalibur EA x AL Aryam Shakeera), bred and owned

by Al Aryam Arabians. Bronze medal winner Shadi Al Khalediah (F Shamaal x Layan AL Khalidiah), bred by HEH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud and owned by Al Juwaher Arabian Horse Stud.

CONCLUSION: In Arabian Horse Magazine’s list of international events that take place annually in the United Arab Emirates, the Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horses Championship is a jewel in the crown. Therefore, it is a great pleasure to be able to write about these wonderful horses. As well as marking the start of the

show season in the UAE, the championship 2022 has been a key milestone in the post-covid relaunch of the industry on all fronts, socially, economically and sportingly. Holding this show is a great example of what can happen when people work together with focus, purpose, and positivity. Our most sincere thanks go to our media partners from the Emirates Arabian Horse Society, as well as to everyone involved in putting on the show, from HE Mohamed Ahmed Alharbi and all other members of the show technical group - to breeders, judges, handlers, and speakers Mohammed Abu Bakr and Eric Blaak, who spoke Arabic and English flawlessly throughout the competitions.

To conclude, we would like to extend our gratitude to all those who have made this show successful.

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Yearling Fillies

Final Championship

AJ MWARY

SHANGHAI EA x AJ MOUNA BREEDER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI OWNER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI

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E.S. SHARJAH

E.S. SARAB x E.S. RASHEEDA BREEDER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI OWNER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI

D RAMA

FA EL RASHEEM x D AJAYEB BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

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Yearling Colts

Final Championship

AL ARYAM ASHAQ D SERAJ x AL ARYAM ABLA

BREEDER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS OWNER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

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JS TROY

DOMINIC M x D GHANEEEMAH BREEDER: AL JUWAHER ARABIAN HORSE STUD OWNER: AL JUWAHER ARABIAN HORSE STUD

DHAFER AL HAWAJER FA EL RASHEEM x ZT MAGRUMI

BREEDER: DR. GHANEM MOHAMED OBAID ALHAJRI OWNER: GHANEM MOHAMED OBAID ALHAJRI

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Junior Fillies

Final Championship

AJ GHAZALAH

SHANGHAI EA X GHADEER AM BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

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AJ ALULA

AJ MARZAN x AYAT ALMUAWD BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

D REEMAH D SERAJ x D NAWAL

BREEDER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

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Junior Colts

Final Championship

AL ARYAM HASHEEM FA EL RASHEEM X AL ARYAM HAMRA

BREEDER: SHEIKH KHALIFA BIN TAHNOON BIN MOHAMMED AL NAHAYYAN OWNER: SHEIKH KHALIFA BIN TAHNOON BIN MOHAMMED AL NAHAYYAN

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AJ AJBAN

AJ KAFU x AJ SAPHIRA BREEDER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI OWNER: SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN MAJID ALQASSEMI

KA NISHAN

SHANGHAI EA x AJ NAZWA BREEDER: KHALED GHANEM MUBARAK ALOMAIRI OWNER: KHALED GHANEM MUBARAK ALOMAIRI

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Senior Mares

Final Championship

ESTONIA

PALATINO X ESPARTA BREEDER: SK JANOW PODLASKI OWNER: YOUSIF AHMED ABDULLATIF AHMED AL-ALI

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BASANDRASETTIMOCIELO

AJMAN MONISCIONE x MA SCARLET

BREEDER: FERRARONI ANNARATONE MARIA OWNER: AJMAN STUD - HH SHEIKH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

JHINDRA

PROFENDER KA x DESTINY BREEDER: SCHOEFS FREDERIC & SHOEFS ROGER OWNER: BAHRAIN ROYAL TEAM

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Senior Stallions

AL ARYAM SHKLAAN

EXCALIBUR E.A. X AL ARYAM SHAKEERA BREEDER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS OWNER: AL ARYAM ARABIANS

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Final Championship

MUHAB BHM

S.M.A.MAGIC ONE x MADEMOISELLE BREEDER: BIN HUMAILA ARABIAN HORSE STUD OWNER: TALAL HUMAID MOHAMMED HUMAID ALMASKARI

SHADI AL KHALEDIAH F SHAMAAL x LAYAN AL KHALIDIAH

BREEDER: H.E.H. PRINCE: KHALED BIN SULTAN BIN ABDUL AZIZ AL SAUD OWNER: AL JUWAHER ARABIAN HORSE STUD

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Art Exibition As part of the ongoing Abu Dhabi AHC 2022, the painting exhibition (Art and Arabian Horses) located at the state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is being admired and applauded by heritage enthusiasts, art and equestrian followers, and Arabian horse lovers. HH Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamad Al Nayan and HE Mohammed Ahmed Alharbi attend the exhibition. Many artists have come together with beautiful artistic paintings that celebrate the beauty of Arabian purebred horses and highlight their position within Arab heritage, using different artistic techniques and creative angles.

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Interviewed by Sonia Smaldone Horse training and handling are challenging occupations for either a man or a woman. However, Italian Thomas Tomasoni seems unfazed. Horses are so dear to him that he spends twenty-four hours with them every day.

Thomas runs his own Arabian Training Center in Les Mans, about an hour and a half from Paris.

Hello Thomas. Thank you very much for accepting the invitation!

To provide some background to our readers, could you tell us a bit about yourself, your family and your education?

Hello, AHM! Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!

I grew up in a small town near the cities of Brescia and Milan. As a child, I grew up in a family that worked in agriculture, so my early education was rooted in the love of nature and animals.

How and when did this passion for Arabian horses begin? Tell us about your first steps in the Arabian Horse industry...

Before I was born, my father was already passionate about horses. He used to raise Arabian horses. During the early 1990s, he presented our horses at some shows in Europe when handlers were relatively unknown.

I have wonderful memories of being 3 years old and sitting in the stands of the shows watching the horses parade.

Eventually, my father bought Patacha HT, a Russian Arabian mare by Kilimandscharo (Aswan x Karta).

This mare, who accompanied me throughout my childhood, led me to fall in love with the Arabian horse.

For me, horses have always been more than just a passion or a lifestyle.

Since I was a baby, this beautiful animal has been a part of me.

Thomas, have you developed a systematic program for handling Arabian horses at your Training Centre? Can you describe this program? How have your training/ handling techniques evolved over the years?

In my Training Center, I have a program that develops muscles and improves the aesthetic appearance of each horse.

But the most important thing for us is to understand the needs of each specific horse. In order to achieve the best physical results, it is essential that the animal has confidence in us and is mentally happy!

In this sector, there have always been different methods of working, but they all depend on how they are applied.

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In this sense, I do not think there is an evolution. The evolution relates mainly to nutrition, blacksmithing, and the use of machines for muscle work.

Is there a limit to what an Arabian horse can be taught through handling? Who was the strongest horse to train?

The Arabian horse is one of the most versatile breeds in the world due to its very proportionate body and extraordinary intelligence. I have a metaphor for this...All horses are like fish, but the Arabian horse is like a dolphin!

There is no doubt that Arabian horses have a lot of learning skills, it all depends on how much time is spent with them...

There are different types of horses, but I cannot claim to have encountered a horse that has been more difficult to train than another. There are only horses with different sensitivities.

What, in your opinion, really defines a good Handler? What do you need to become a successful one?

In order to be considered a good handler, I think you need to know as much about the horse as possible.

This means having a lot of expe-

rience and adapting to each horse’s personality.

There are several factors at play for the success of each handler, including the horse, the owner who trusts his horse with us, and the luck of being with the right horse at the right time.

Thomas, what are your thoughts on today’s show environment? Do the most meritorious horses in terms of today’s standards win at the shows?

There are many problems in the show environment today. This discussion could go on and on.

The Arabian horse breed throughout the world is the subject of a very important debate, a very sensitive issue, and, therefore, there are several points of view to consider. My knowledge of morphology shows goes back 30 years. I would like for this sector to do my best to help, support and develop the Arabian horse at its best, based on the same respect for the breed, not for the business.

Beauty is not what makes a horse the best today. There seems to be a lot of corruption in the system and I hope others notice it as well.

Which show have you been to as a Handler most recently? Was it in Europe or the Middle East? Tell us about it...

I recently performed at the Abu Dhabi AHC 2022 in the United Arab Emirates. The show was very well organized, with beautiful horses and very good quality! I enjoyed myself there a lot.

In which country did you experience a better quality of the organization of the shows?

All countries are very professional in organizing their shows, but of course, there is always room for improvement.

How and where do you see yourself in ten years?

By ten years from now, I hope that all the hard work I have put into Arabian horses will have helped the breed grow and develop, and I hope to continue this amazing journey that has allowed me to meet new people and benefit from my passion for Arabian horses.

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Thomas, could you please leave a message to Arabian Horse Magazine readers?

Thanks to all AHM readers for taking the time to read this interview, and let’s not forget that we do this job and this business to continue to develop the Arabian horse breed.

Thank you so much to all the people behind

this beautiful publication that shines a light on breeders, trainers, and passionate people from around the world.

I look forward to meeting you all at the next show!

Thank you so much, Thomas. May all your dreams come true!

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Interviewed by Sonia Smaldone Successful photographers often become idols of new generations. It’s always interesting to see them in life, to take a glance behind the scenes, and hear their unique stories on how they got into photography. That’s the aim of the interview with Egyptian photographer Ahmed Taha, a very talented artist with a soft spot for Arabian horse photography.

Hello, Ahmed. Welcome on board! Let’s start from the very beginning. Why did you choose to pursue a career as a photographer?

Did you go to school to study photography, or are you self-taught?

Hello, it is such an honor to be interviewed by you. I started it as a hobby, and by the time I realized that practice makes it perfect.

So people started asking me to attend shows as a photographer and photograph their horses at their farms, and this when it turned into a career and, yes, I’m self-taught.

What does photography mean to you? How would you describe your photography style?

Photography is my life. It is also my chance to show the world the beauty that can pass by without notice every day in one second with one shot. After all, I consider myself an artist meaning that

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my style must have an artistic balanced touch, and the more it is natural, the more it is better, and it can touch the soul.

Who were your early influences?

The one and only Gigi Grasso! I was struck by his talent and the constancy of quality in his photography from the beginning.

What is your favorite subject to photograph?

Why? Arabian Horses: I like to photograph the elegance and the pride in the Arabian Horses, in the way through generations of purity and heritage.

Dogs: I love them, and I love their loyalty that you can see in their eyes with every shot.

The Sea: I like diving and taking pictures under the water because I believe that what’s underwater is another ally’s life that is always hungry for discovery.

Which is your favorite lens? Why? My favorite is 70/200 because it can show so many details, and it can isolate the background if it is not needed, which helps a lot when photographing animals.

atmosphere of the photo and the angle, and the look in his eye are everything. I wished to capture in this horse the moment I saw him coming from far away.

What kind of tools do you use for post-processing?

Mostly color correction programs and tones of coffee!

How did you get involved in the Arabian horse world as a photographer? What’s your favorite national or international show-competition?

Why? I’m a horse lover so, I started photographing the Arabian Horses in shows from the audience rows and at the collecting arena when the grooms are preparing the horses. I had no chance of photographing any Arabian Horses studs at this time, and after three years of learning and asking people like judges and breeders on choosing the best phots that I captured and asking them why you prefer this rather than that one. From their choi-

What makes the good picture stand out from the average?

First, the art in the photo, the colors, and lighting, but most of all, the horse expression. When you take the shot in one nanosecond, and it might not be seen or captured ever again because this shot is the real Spirit of the Arabian horse. It is the topical moment of the session, which might take an hour or days to come.

How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

Practice, practice, practice, by knowing more about the angles though self-teaching myself from other colleges work too.

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ces, I knew what is preferable and what is not. Then, I studied some Arabian Horses conformation books. During these three years, I never published anything at all. I had to work hard! I also had to study Arabian horse’s behavior so to be able to capture the best of each horse too. Then, I started publishing on my page on Facebook. People started noticing me and asking me to photograph their horses which led me to the show arena.

Each show venue is different in a way or another, but defiantly my favorite always is the show/area with a good view or background, or the sun is in a good position for photography.

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Who are your best friends in this sector?

It’s a privilege that almost everyone is a friend in his way to me. I can’t say names.

I might forget anyone.

What is the least enjoyable part of being a photographer for you? And the most rewarding part?

I get going to photograph a horse, and the people around him do not know how to deal with him or are not hearing my instructions to reach the best angles. Or even when a horse is not in good condition health-wise, this can break my heart as an artist and a human being. The

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most rewarding for me is finding the horse that is screaming out his characters in his look and attitude, plus the appreciating look in the owner’s eyes when he sees the outcome.

What are your hopes and dreams or future goals?

Where do you see yourself in the next five years?

My hopes and dreams are to be more International and that people know me more. That is why I’m happy about this interview, and I believe it’s a step toward my dreams. In five years? I have no clue except that I’m sure that I will work so hard to be better every day, and I hope I’ll be in every title show in the world one day.

Thank you so much, Ahmed. Have faith in yourself, and you can make everything come true.

Think beyond your ability, go beyond your dream, have such courage to handle any situation.

It is your journey, and you can make it smoother with your dreaming. Best of luck from all of us on the AHM Team!

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Written by: William Richardot de Choisey Translated into English by: Sonja Smaldone

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owerful images of an ancestral practice, falconry on horseback in particular, bring together from time immemorial the relationships between the man and the Salukis dogs, the hawk and the horses – first and foremost with the purebred Arabian horse. They all depict situations full of burning passion for these three elements of such a dry region of the planet. Men have always been very impressed by the performance of raptors in the air and by the sharpness of their lines to the extent that many civilizations integrated them into their cultural heritage in all ways. Sheikh Zayed Al Nahyan, Founder of the United Arab Emirates, was the strongest supporter of this practice on horseback.

It is widely acknowledged that, in the countries of the Middle East, hawks have long been used during the war by their fierce and valiant horsemen. As well utilized to hunt the evening primrose, the houtarde or the gazelle of the desert, these powerful birds would be trained to attack the enemy’s eyes, mainly the knights from the Crusades in that historical period so full of conquests. A belief still supported by locals, it is then the use of a lure and chaperone. Since then, all these techniques AHM | 232

have allowed for an increased use of the astonishing flying skills of the birds of prey.

To the same extent of the purebred Arabian horse - in a time of strong values and high principles – noble and powerful family crests became popular and many gyrfalcons and peregrine falcons served as important relational means between tribes or neighboring countries or valuable gifts that honored their owners.

The enthusiasm of passionate riders has always sprung from the natural world, from the discovery of large areas of freedom that provide unforgettable moments, and despite a long period of animal protection policy, concerning raptors in particular, there still is a growing interest in and pleasure for species that have been around us for centuries.

Especially as regards falconry, the awareness joint-campaigns promoted by many associations from Saudi Arabia, Belgium, Korea, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, France, Morocco, Mongolia, Qatar, Slovakia, Syria, have been rewarded in November 2010 with the recognition by UNESCO as ‘World Intangible Heritage’, an act of great importance motivated

by the need to preserve such ‘in-flight hunting art’ that has been recognized as one of the oldest in the history of human civilization.

To team up with these majestic sky hunters, the Arabian horse must be prepared. Ideally, on a first session, this can be initiated with a foal that will have to familiarize with the presence of a bird flying around him; the reactions from the colt will be instructive to envisage the most appropriate training program for him.

Skilled falconers will take position at the horse feet-level, on both sides of the animal at standstill and with no bridles so to

avoid any stress effect. With them, they will carry a medium size bird such like, for instance, the Harris hawk buzzard (Parabuteo unicinctus) with which they will perform the callbacks rite from glove to glove.

When this practice is being strengthened, it can easily be repeated for about two months; the horse is then led with the halter, the glove is placed on his withers together with the bird while the fluttering of the feathers will no longer frighten him.

There will follow a complementary training work with the ridden horse, and some part of the exercise being pretty much the same as the one practiced on foot: the flight of the bird

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of a falconer who places himself on foot to the horse and his chevalier who, in turn, will always receive the bird on his left glove. This is pure tradition of Falconry, mastery is therefore important in order to make it progress also by considering the

the bird is to be assessed as weight can be different in the various species; the horse must be perfect when performing at the three stages because he is led by the only right hand and a connivance with the Arabian horse always releases a spirit of participation

viewing angle that will not scare the horse.

This delicate exercise must be repeated at least for three weeks to test the docility of the horse. It is important to have a purebred Arabian full of energy, not to mention that he must work at ease for his necessary muscular gymnastics and his moral fiber.

In line with this evolutionary principle to abide by, the size of

with very good memorizing of all phases of hunting in the air.

When catching or capturing a prey, the falcon must remain on the spot and within the hunting territory; the expert falconer chooses his favorite bird and, often, in relation with the lower flight, he will certainly choose an Eastern Chanting Goshawk (Melierax poliopterus) or a Golden Eagle (Haliaeetus

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leucocephalus), whereas in the higher flight, he can use either a Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) or a Gyrfalcon (Falco rusticolus) as well as the Saker Falcon (Falco cherrug) and the

Eastern countries. Many reports have been drafted about the Asian regions with particular reference to Mongolia where wolf and fox hunting are still practiced with the use of Golden Eagles.

Lanner Falcon (Falco biarmicus).

Horseback falconry is little practice in France and has great difficulty in Europe, however, it is particularly popular in the

Yet, they also represent an opportunity for leisure activities at major local festivals.

On the contrast, in today’s Middle East countries where falconry

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is practiced in all comfort inside of all-terrain vehicles it is truly heartbreaking to note that – despite being an activity deeply rooted into the genes of local population - those same countries possessing the majority of the most beautiful Arabian horses of the world do not actually use them in what it could turn up to be an entertaining sport close to their culture and suitable to sandy grounds.

In almost all countries of the Arabian Gulf area, however, many events or in-flight hunting competitions are organized every year, but, unfortunately, the participant horses are not enough or even absent from the program.

In the huge region of Maghreb, a country with centuries-old traditions, in the Kingdom of Morocco, and more precisely in

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El Jadida, inhabitants still maintain the practice of falconry on horseback. Every year in August the great Moussem of this province gathers no less than a thousand riders, a well-known event in the world as its fervor and spectacle are simply great.

However, horseback falconry, which is accessible to all adult riders, has its own codes and international and national authorities are in charge of securing compliance with a thousand-yearold tradition. Everyone must know that all birds have a registration; each must also be holder of a registration number within facilities specialized into the activity and respect the molting period of the birds ranging from mid-spring to the end of August.

Good equipment suitable for falconry on horseback is also needed; first of all, in supporting the hawks, the ‘koubbile’ chaperon is a cache that shall always be placed gently on the head of the bird so that it can remain in a calm environment.

It must be made of soft leather material to equip the head of the hawk gently, so you don’t suffocate or damage its plumage.

The rider will wear on his left arm the glove named ‘saâba’ made of very thick leather that covers large part of his forearm, thus avoiding too much contact with the extremely powerful and sharp talons of the raptor; during horse hunting this hand serves as a perch.

The lure called ‘jiaba’ is a fake prey often made with ordinary birds wings that has a cavity in which a small amount of meat is put. This tool of the falconer rider is very useful during the sessions of falconry, especially to call back the hawk when it is in full flight.

The falconer -rider will always make sure to maintain the confidence of his bird, paying attention to his equipment, his laces ‘sbouks’, his hunting bag ‘mezoued’ containing all the stuff the rider – falconer finds it useful.

In Europe and in the World there exist ‘Animal Parks’ with more or less interest in what one could sometimes define as falconry areas for an understanding of this art, where competent professionals get themselves organized by creating spaces for presentations intended to value the full potential of birds within a certain educational function.

Among these top-quality establishments in Europe, given the great diversity of the species presented, Master-falconer Mr. Bernard Bailly established at the Amnéville Zoo in Lorraine a beautiful demonstration space which is a perfect example of this activity that comes along with beautiful paintings on traditional falconry on horseback.

Unfortunately, every year, mainly in Europe, several equestrian shows are put up with insufficient information thus creating inaccurate performances on the subject of falconry on horseback; many of them are more or less successful though they still manage to attract many curious.

We must be proud of the very good combination of the Arabian horse with falconry. Passionate riders are more numerous in what it is a very great sport in its own right, as well an unlimited natural pleasure that remains more than ever an art. Rider - trainer - falconer Mr. Hassen Bouchakour who was trained by great masters of the discipline, offers presentations that are worthy of this tradition.

Since ancient times, this immense art has been represented in important pictorial and sculptural works to which the greatest masters and world artists have devoted themselves also assisted by high-quality animal photographers.

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Sultan GK

2015 bay stallion by WW Stivallea out of Al Magna)

© Alessio Azzali

Just as the ancients followed the stars to guide them to new worlds, follow your dreams, they will guide you to your future.

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2022 awaiting babies by Sultan GK at LE SOLEIL ARABIANS NIZWA LE SOLEIL

(ZT Magnofantasy x Halimashah Le Soleil) 2015 grey mare

PERSIA LE SOLEIL

(ZT Magnofantasy x Halimashah Le Soleil) 2017 grey mare

PASSIFLORA LE SOLEIL

(ZT Magnofantasy x Laheeba Le Soleil) 2017 chestnut mare

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INTERVIEWED BY SONIA SMALDONE

Hello, Giuseppe!

It is always a pleasure to welcome Sicilian breeders into the international community. Many thanks for agreeing to the interview.

Who is Giuseppe Cristiano? Tell us a little about yourself...

Thank you for giving me this chance to introduce myself to the Arabian Horse Magazine community!

I am 54 years old, married, and have two beautiful children with whom I share my passion for Arabian horses.

My main activity is the running of a building company that has been orbiting the world for over thirty years. I live in Palermo, a province in splendid Sicily. Breeding Arabian horses is a true passion that enri-

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ches and excite our lives. I’ve always loved the complete animal world. I began my career as a bird breeder, excelling in all regional and national competitions for over twenty years, earning several awards, including the Italian Champion title.

When did you first get interested in the Arabian horse breed?

I met my first Arabian horse during a vacation with my dear friend Antonio Pizzo, a local breeder, on August 17, 2015. He showed me his horses, and we visited one of the most important and prestigious Sicilian farms. I was first introduced to Arabian horses in a field of sand at Aretusa Arabians, owned by Pippo Palumbo. It changed my life forever. I, too, decided that I needed an Arabian mare and

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I would try to breed one. After discovering this fascinating world, I spent all the summer holidays on the farms in our area, such as MG Arabians, Vincenzo Romano’s Farm, etc.

I was given my first mare AG Haidjana by my friend Antonio, a daughter of Ajman Moniscione, whose top stallion of the moment was Avalon LBA, by whom I got my first filly CPE Fajjar Wadhi.

What does the word “breeding” mean to you?

In the world of Arabian horses, the study of pedigrees is the most fascinating thing. For me, breeding the Arabian horse means chasing a result from the union of two horses, and above all from the union of two pedigrees, for I love the Arabian horse passionately, and I am not ashamed to admit I love competition! It is a challenge for me to create something beautiful and unique to exhibit

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to the world, show it in competitions, and enjoy it in my barn. The review and deepening of all pedigrees of foals from one to three years of age, which excelled in the most relevant shows, have become crucial for me to evaluate the evolution of the breed and how it has affected them. Seeing a new life emerge, the fruit of your choices, of your intuitions, feels magical.

When was CPE Arabians founded? Which bloodlines are primarily bred at CPE Arabians?

The CPE Arabians brand was launched in 2015 with the recognition that every company and its products need to be identified clearly in the world of breeding, and embody their distinctive positioning on the market, based above all on the seriousness and responsibility of offering products of quality with the right value.

We will not sell foals before the first year of their

lives, which is necessary to make a serious evaluation.

The primary goal of our business is to sell our products to other breeders who must, of course, be happy and aware that they have purchased at an appropriate price.

As I constructed the breeding base in these six years, I focused on leaving the most promising fillies in the barn, resisting market offers, not without inner struggles, but with the awareness that for important results in the future, I needed a solid foundation of mares from both phenotypic and genetic perspectives.

So after only six years of breeding, I find myself with five mares of different lines among today’s best reproducers of champions.

Obayana K.A. (Qr Marc - Wh Justice line) CPE Fariba (RFI Farid - wh Justice line) CPE Rashida (Da Vinci FM line - Ajman Moniscione line) CPE

Arima (ES Harir - Ajman Moniscione line) Parthenia (Wh Justice - Gazal al Shaqab line) Which breeding stallion is the most important at the moment?

All the shows in the last few years have proven that FA El Rasheem is the stallion that best defines the new characteristics of the Arabian horse, as well as his sons, including D Seraj, and at the same time, we are thrilled to have his son, CPE Davidoff, with our top mare Obayana KA. FA El Rasheem for me represents an evolution and a peak of perfection arising from the union of two historical bloodlines such as Versace and Marwan al Shaqab. His impact on all his foals is undeniable. The foals’ foreheads, eye sockets, and heads as a whole are distinct from those of other lines. Combined with a more or less complete body and move-

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ment, they obtain foals that are complete.

The best results are achieved by using mares that descend from Versace, as was the case with D Seraj and Lady Veronika (the daughter of Versace).

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Es Harir X Ag Haidjana

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Rfi Farid X Parthenia

CPE RASHIDA

Which of your mares do you think is the most important? Why? Definitely Obayana KA by Espressivo KA and out of Odalis De Nautiac! I purchased her in 2017 at the Palermo show, thanks to Paolo Capecci and Giampaolo Gubbiotti, to whom I will always be grateful for allowing me to have a mare of this calibre.

The three-year-old girl affirmed herself with a gold medal at the show in Palermo, in 2017, another gold medal in Roccalumera in 2017, and the best in the show title, and the year ends as a Reserve at the European Championship in Verona with joy and memories of our family.

Also in 2021, Obayana won another gold medal at the Montefalco international show! We had three wonderful foals from her, one by Fa El Rasheem, our CPE Davidoff who will be bred to our mares starting this year, and the others owned by friends. Obayana KA is certain to produce excellent results given her beauty and her prestigious pedigree.

What Arabian horse today would come closest to your ideal?

With a clear distinction between phenotypically and genetically perfect horses, Es Harir, Excalibur, Shanghai, and Alexanderr are all horses whose beauty makes my heart race...

Do you breed horses for show purposes as well? If so, what have been your most recent successes?

I breed primarily for shows, knowing that the show is the sole place where true judgment and comparisons between the subjects can be made. In the long run, the opinions of the judges align with those of the breeders themselves, the spectators. I am a huge fan of shows and I try to follow them as much as possible, either in person or via streaming when I can-

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OBAYANA KA SILVER CH. at Verona European Championship 2017 - Junior Fillies Championship

not leave the house.

We achieved the most important results in the shows with our Obayana with three gold medals and one silver at the 2017 European Championship, to which we add Davidoff ’s silver medal at Montefalco 2020.

These are substantial goals for a small, entirely amateur breeder with a few years of experience.

In your opinion, what role does “marketing” play in the Arabian horse industry?

The promotion of the Arabian horse breed is important and fundamental in a world that is so globalized, a world where social networking is the primary and most effective element of your Farm’s image and the undisputed showcase of

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your products, a world where an Arabian horse magazine like yours captures the very best of what the Arabian horse breed has to offer, and I feel glad and honoured to express my modest and humble opinions today.

What are the goals you would like your breeding program to achieve in the future?

First, I would like to reach national success with the foals in my barn, the fruits of my choices. To bring high-quality foals with important pedigrees to the market and to assist young breeders to start breeding Arabian horses by providing them with all the little knowledge that I have acquired in those years.

Is there anything you would like to tell the readers of AHM, Giuseppe?

Yes, of course...to me, the essence of Arabian horse breeding and, above all, the shows is a moment of aggregation with friends, family, acquaintances, being together, sharing, confronting each other. My hobby has allowed me to get to know a

lot of people, and I’m so grateful for that. In closing, I would like to remember my father, Vito, who passed away last year... He was as passionate about it as I was, and he followed me to all the shows...

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Over the years and generations, each mare imported from Egypt in 1932 left her strong mark on Mr Henry B. Babson’s herd. So, there was considerable diversity in type, and not all of them were similar to Fadl’s or Maaroufa’s model. When grey subjects were born, these would be more refined and resemble the type of horses bred by H.R.H. Prince Mohammed Ali Tewfik, like Fadl and Maaroufa, and their look could get observed in the descendants. When chestnut products were born, these had reminiscences of Ibn Rabdan 17.05.1917-1944(Rabdan x Bint Gamila) and, sometimes, they were more refined like Bint Saada (21.12.1930). On the othAHM | 250

er hand, black or dark bay subjects sometimes showed the characteristics of Fadl’s sire, the stallion Ibn Rabdan. Or of the stallion Sotamm 1910(Astraled x Selma II), who was the sire of Bint Serra I (03.03.1923), or of the grandsire of Bint Bint Sabbah (19.05.1930) named Kazmeen 1916-1940(Sotamm x Kasima), with pleasant but not so beautiful heads. Maaroufa 07.09.1931-12.09.1963(Ibn Rabdan x Mahroussa) was the full sister of Fadl, and their common ancestors were a positive factor.

Whenever she got bred to Fadl’s sons, Maaroufa produced Straight Egyptian foals. Most often to Fay-El-Dine 1934-12.09.1963(Fadl x Bint Serra I), and twice to Fa-Serr 1947(Fadl x Bin Serra I), for

a total production of 15 individuals among males and females, all born at Mr Henry B. Babson’s stud farm.

I wish to recall that nearly all Maaroufa’s daughters were part of Mr Babson’s collection of mares, except for Maarou (1948) and Bint Maaroufa (1953). Find below, Maaroufa’s Straight Egyptian production: Fa El Maar (1937) by FayEl-Dine. Grey female.

Fay-Negma (1938) by Fay-El-Dine. Grey female.

Fay Roufa (193912.09.1963) by Fay-ElDine. Grey female. Azrak (1942) by Fay-El-Dine.

Grey male Kamama (1944) by FayEl-Dine. Grey female.

Fay-Aarouf (1945) by Fay-El-Dine.

Chestnut male. Afmaar (1946) by Fay-El-Dine. Grey male.

Maardina (1947) by FayEl- Dine. Grey female.

Maarou (1948) by Fay-ElDine. Grey female.

El Maar (1949) by FayEl-Dine. Grey female.

Fay Ufa (1950) by Fay-ElDine. Grey female. Aaroufa (1952) by Fay-ElDine. Grey female.

Bint Maaroufa (195310.03.1981) by Fay-ElDine. Chestnut female.

Faaris (1954) by Fa-Serr.

Grey male.

Serroufa (1957) by FaSerr. Grey female.

Maaroufa’s male products were only four, but her eleven daughters were crucial to the entire selection of Straight Egyptians on a global level. To name a few descendants from Maaroufa’s daughters, we find the mare Maarou (1948). She got sold to Mr Roy and Mrs Nellie F. Jackson of Jackson’s Arabian Nursery, Valley Center, California. When Maarou

got bred to the stallion Fasaab (1948) (Fadl x Bint Sabbah), she delivered a mare who would build a prestigious dynasty. This mare was the super reproducer Maar Ree (1957). Born in “Jackson’s Arabian Nursery”, she was the maternal grand-dam of the goddess RDM Maar Hala 14.02.1973-2000(El Hilal x Maar Jumana by 15 Disaan), one of the most prized Straight Egyptian broodmares of the modern era. RDM Maar Hala (14.02.1973-2000) became famous for producing stunning stallions such as ET Crown Prince, El Halimaar, and Prince Ibn Shaikh. El Maar (1949) was the greatgrand-dam of the champion stallion El Hadiyyah 1982(Ansata Ibn Halima x Ansata Jellabia) from the dam line. He was a stallion bred by Mrs Cathy Downing, in California, then sold to Mr Lloyd and Mrs Darla Bryant of Bryant Arabians, 16 Grass Valley, California.

Later on, he got acquired

by Vanishing Oaks Arabians, owned by Mr Gary Kroeten, Cedar, Minnesota. El Hadiyyah (1982) was a handsome and balanced Halter specimen, featuring specific traits, such as a short and refined head with large dark eyes, a beautiful and well-set neck and a perfect topline. He was the sire of 172 registered sons, among whom El Habiel (1993-Nov.2021) out of the mare Bint Bint Hamamaa 09.09.1985(Nabiel x Bint Hamamaa), bred by Bryant Arabians, and sold in 1994 to Mr Omar Sakr, in Cairo, Egypt, where El Habiel got renamed, Shaheen. And, he distinguished himself as an excellent sire.

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precious mare who had four times the stallion Fadl in her pedigree. This mare was Roufah 04.03.196528.01.1992(Ibn Fa-Serr x Bah Roufa da Fabah), a stunning bay mare bred by Henry B. Babson in Grand Detour. She got first sold to Greengate Farm, owned by Mr Jay W. and Mrs Dorothy Stream, Wheaton, Illinois. Then, she moved with 18 all the farms to San Luis Obispo, California, at the end of 1966.

Roufah became a class performance champion mare and, she got later purchased by Mr Jarrell McCracken of Bentwood Farms, Waco, Texas. She became a star that shone both in the stables and the show rings. When Roufah was by Mr David Gardner, at Gardner Bloodstock Ltd., China Spring, Texas, she got named Top Ten in Pleasure Driving, 1974 Canadian National Top Ten Mare and 1976 US National Top Ten Mare. Among Roufah’s sons, I would like to mention two bred by Mr Jay W. and Mrs Dorothy Stream: the brilliant performance stallion AN Monsanto (11.07.1970)

by Ibn Moniet El Nefous 26.03.1964-1985(Morafic x Moniet El Nefous) and his full brother NA Ibn Moniet (12.05.1973-02.05.1984). The latter became a US A- Class Halter Champion, Reserve Regional Champion Stallion and 1978 Canadian National Top Ten Stallion. Only two females were AHM | 252

born out of Roufah. I will mention AK Bint Roufah (1981), also by Ibn Moniet El Nefous but bred

by Bentwood Farms in Texas. Serroufa (1957) was also the great-grand-dam of a paramount stallion for the Straight Egyptian international selection through her daughter Bah Roufa (1961).

This stallion was the bay Mohafez (AK Sharaf) 29.02.1976-28.02.2011(Ibn Moniet El Nefous x Ahroufa da Ibn Fa- Serr), also bred by Bentwood Farms in Texas and purchased from Dr. Hans Joachim Nagel, Katharinenhof Stud, Grossenkneten, Germany. Mohafez’s most exquisite qualities were the finesse, the excellent pigment, the extreme robustness, the masculine head, exceptional movement and supple trot. This grand-son to Morafic 19.03.1956-18.03.1974(Nazeer x Mabrouka) was highly correct, with a powerful and phenomenal temperament.

Mohafez was particularly friendly, very patient, easy to handle, and very reliable under the saddle.

All characteristics that he had for sure inherited from his dam Ahroufa who came from Babson’s breeding selection. In general, Morafic’s descendants were more lively in character. In addition

to many outstanding sons, Mohafez’s features got perpetuated to the next generations. Among his grandchildren, I would like to mention the stallion Alaa Al-Din 30.04.1990-14.03.2018(Salaa El Dine x Ashraff by Mohafez). Alaa Al-Din was a Top Five Stallion All Nations Cup in Aachen, 1993 Grand Champion Stallion Asil Cup Inter-

national in Mannaheim, 1997 Reserve Champion Stallions Egyptian Event Europe, in Baden-Baden, Gold Ribbon and the fastest stallion competing at 1994 Stallion Licensing in Marbach. He was intelligent, good-natured, determined at work, and handsome. His beauty stemmed from mechanical correctness and perfection and a formidable balance in his anatomical parts, just as a real Arabian Horse should be. Among the daughters out of Maaroufa (07.09.1931-12.09.1963), the mare Aaroufa (16.05.1952) was perhaps the one who left the most numerous descendants, among exquisite subjects and champions.

Among her sons, Mahrouf (1972) (Fabah x Aaroufa) became the leading sire at Babson Arabian Horse Farm for several years, an unbeatable Park Champion in Region XI, Champion in Formal Combination and Formal Driving.The stallion Roufas 1963- 1989(Fa-Serr x Aaroufa) became a 1967 US National Top Ten Park Horse and 1974 US Reserve

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National Champion English Pleasure. He was a full brother of two marvellous mares, Aarouser (1966), a US and Canadian Top Ten Mare; and

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Bint Aaroufa (1961-10.08.1986), a 1966 US National Top-Ten Park Horse. Two additional full sisters were Maarifah Bay 1958(Fa-Serr x Aaroufa), sold to Mr Earl and Mrs Helen Foster, Hillendale Ranch, Rolling Hills Estates, California. Then, the black mare Roufina 1965(Fa-Serr x Aaroufa), the dam of a remarkable female line. One of her descendants was BB Ora Kalilah 1988(Orashan x PH Safina). A high quality, tall and elegant grey mare with a beautiful neck and exotic head, bred by Kelli C. Bergren and jointly purchased by Imperial Egyptian Stud, Parkton, Maryland, and Yvonne de Bourbon, Jinnah Al- Tayr, New York, NY. BB Ora Kalilah (1988) became a 1989 Scottsdale Top Five Yearling Filly, 1989 Region 15 Champion Yearling Fillies, 1991 East Coast Champion Mare, 1991 Region 15 Reserve Champion Mare. She was also the dam of the champion stallion Imperial Baarez (1996) by PVA Kariim 1990-2009(Imperial Imdal x BKA Rakiisah). He became a champion in many Halter competitions and became US Top Ten Futurity Colt; Egyptian Event Supreme Champion Stallion, US; East Coast Champion Stallion, US; twice All Nations Cup Reserve Champion Stallion, Germany, and twice World Championships Reserve Champion Stallion, France. In 2007, when Imperial Egyptian Stud closed its doors, Imperial Baarez got sold to Mr Tarek and Mr Ahmed Soliman, owners of El Farida Stud, Egypt. Looking at Aaroufa’s (1952) progeny, the chestnut mare Fada (1956) by Faddan 1935(Fadl x Bint Saada) was perhaps the daughter who left the most numerous and AHM | 254

appreciated offspring. In my opinion, her most representative daughters were: Bint Fada (1961)

by Fa-Serr (1947); Maarena (1964-20.04.1981) by Fabah (1950); Fa Moniet (02.07.1967-24.08.1981)

by Ibn Moniet El Nefous (26.03.1964-1985) and the stallion Fadl Dan 1969(Fabah x Fada).

Bint Fada (1961) was the maternal grand-dam of the 1978 European Reserve Champion AK Atallah 1972(Ansata Ibn Halima x Alnahr Mon Ami by Ibn Moniet El Nefous), bred by Jarrell McCracken at Bentwood Farms. This mare got imported to England in 1973 by Major Pat and Mrs Joanna Maxwell of Lodge Farm Arabian Stud, Standhampton Oxford. Later, in 1982, she got re-imported by Dr Charles E. and Judy W. Jones, Atallah Arabian Farm, Sioux City, Iowa, in the US. AK Atallah (1972) left a prestigious family through her daughters Atteya (1978) by El Moongi 05.08.1972(El Mongi) (Shaarawi x Nagwa), bred by the Maxwells, got imported to the US together with her dam by the Joneses. Bint Atallah (1984) by Ruminaja Ali 11.05.1976-1997(Shaikh Al Badi x Bint Magidaa), bred by the Joneses. Bint Atallah was the dam of the prominent stallions Tallahsman (1996) by Imperial Madheen and Phaaros (2000) by ZT Faa Iq. But also the mare Thee Desperada (1994) by Thee

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Ibn Fa-Serr (1960), a three-time 4th Level National Dressage Champion, twice National Reserve Champion, four times Horse of the Year for the US Dressage Federation and many other coveted titles.

Maarena was also the dam of the stallion AK El Zahra Moniet (26.07.1977) by Ibn Moniet El Nefous. He became 1987 Region 14 Champion Stallion, East Coast Reserve Champion Stallion, A-Class Halter Champion Stallion many times, Winner of Country English Pleasure and English Show Hack. Among the mares produced by Maarena, we must remember the exquisite AK Monareena (1974) by Ibn Moniet El Nefous. She was a super mare at the Imperial Egyptian Stud and AK Bint Maarena (1973) by Ibn Fa-Serr (1960). AK Monareena was the last among the siblings produced at Babson Arabian Horse Farm and born at Bent-

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wood Farm. There, she delivered Bint Maarena (1977) by Ibn Moniet El Nefous, the most beautiful mare of this family. Then, the exquisite mare Fa Moniet (02.07.1967-24.08.1981). She got crowned Top Five Regional Champion Mare and 1967 Top Ten Mare in Scottsdale. Fa Moniet got sold in 1974 to Michael F. McCauley and Alyce P. Burges, owners of Akid Arabian Stud, Brandford, Texas, where she created stunning progeny after producing the first two foals at Babson Arabian Horse Farm.

Among her offspring, it is worth mentioning the bay stallion El Ibn Fabah (1972- 1996), born at the Babsons, who became Top Ten in Native Costume at the US National Championship. In addition, the mares living in Akid Arabian Stud. Her chestnut mares by the stallion The Egyptian Prince became the symbols of this family. These mares were Akid Bint Rualla (30.04.1975) and Akid Fa Mona (28.05.1977), the latter dam of the Canadian and

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US National Top Ten Futurity Honors Stallion Mohummed Sadden (1984-29.09.2009) by El Hilal 06.01.1966(Ansata Ibn Halima x Bint Nefisa), bred and hosted by Mr Charles E. and Mrs Judy W. Jones, Atallah Arabian Farm, Sioux City, Iowa.

One more daughter out of Fa Moniet, born in Akid Arabian Stud, was Akid Serra Moniet (1976) by Serr Al Sahih 1971- 1991(Sireff x Allah Ateyyah), dam of the beautiful mare Akid Hanalei (1980) by AK El Zahra Moniet (26.07.1977). Akid Hanalei, in turn, was the dam of two very remarkable stallions, both by Nabiel 16.02.1971- 01.01.1995(Sakr x Magidaa): Akid Geshan (10.04.1986) exported to Australia at an old age. Then, Akid Kasim

(17.04.1989) (Nabiel x Akid Hanalei), an Egyptian Event Halter Champion.

Fa Moniet’s last born was another son

by The Egyptian Prince bred by Mr Jarrell McCracken in Waco, Texas. He was the famed super-sire Prince Fa Moniet (1981-1999), who was first the leading stallion on Bentwood Farms, later at Ansata Arabian Stud, Mena, Arkansas.

At an old age, in 1997, he got exported to Australia, at Mr Peter and Mrs Jennifer Pond’s Forest Hill Arabian Stud, Wyong, New South Wales. Prince Fa Moniet had a friendly, joyful and lovable personality. He was very charming and correct.

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dinary athlete, and it was a joy to see him in his vigorous movement without any effort, even when he changed direction. At the end of this chapter, I cannot help mentioning some of the many outstanding sons by Prince Fa Moniet. Such as the two champion sires produced by the mare Ansata Nefara 24.03.1988- 14.12.1996(Ansata Halim Shah

x Ansata Sudarra). Ansata Iemhotep (04.03.1993 Apr. 2014), which became a 2003 Egyptian Event Supreme Champion, 1996 US National Top Ten Futurity Stallion, many times A-Class Supreme Champion in Halter and Performance. Ansata Sinan (16.02.1992-2011), who was 1994 Junior Champion Colt Egyptian Event, 1994 Reserve Supreme Champion Colt Egyptian Event, 1995 European Champion Stallion, and 1995 World Reserve Champion Stallion. In conclusion, among the daughters by Prince Fa Moniet, I would like to mention the mare Ansata Nefer Isis (11.08.1991) out of Ansata Nefertiti 24.03.1987(Ansata Halim Shah x Ansata Sudarra). Ansata Nefer Isis was the dam of many champions and herself the Winner of many Halter Championships, including 1995

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15) El Halimaar Dec.2.1980-July.15,2002 (Ansata Ibn Halima x RDM Maar Hala). Bred and owned by Dr. Felino Cruz and wife, Rancho Bulakenyo, Los Osos, California. 1983 U.S. National Top Ten Futurity Champion. Class A Halter Champion. Grand Champion Stallion. Several Most Classic Championships. 1986 Egyptian Event USA Get-Of-Sire Winner.

Mrs. Jarrell McCracken, Bentwood Farms, Waco, Texas. 1967 U.S. National Top Ten Park horse. 1974 U.S. National Reserve Champion English Pleasure. Class A Halter Champion, Class A English Pleasure Champion, Class A Park Horse Champion, Class A Western Pleasure Champion. U.S. National and Canadian Top Ten awards in English Pleasure, Park Horse, Formal Driving and Pleasure Driving.

16) El Hadiyyah 1982(Ansata Ibn Halima x Ansata Jellabia). At young age. Bred by Cathy Downing, California. Sire of 172 registered foals. Ownerd by Gary Kroeten ans Marilyn Hay, Cedar, Minnesota. Sire of 172 registered foals in USA.

24) Bint Aaroufa 1961-Aug.10.1986(Fa-Serr x Aaroufa). Bred by Mr. Henry Blake Babson, Grand Detour, Chicago, Illinois. Owned by Mr. Jarrell McCracken, Bentwood Farms, Waco, Texas. 1966 U.S. National Top 10 Park horse.

17) Faserouf Mar.5.1955-May.5.1982(Fa-Serr x Fay Roufa by Fay-El-Dine x Maaroufa). Bred by Mr. Henry Blake Babson, Grand Detour, Chicago, Illinois.

Owned by Mrs. Crete Bowman Harvey, Harvey Arabian Farm, Sterling, Illinois.

Show winner. Leading sire of U.S. National Top Ten Performance winner and Naional show winner.

25) Amir Fa-Serr Mar.31.1980(Ibn Fa-Serr x Aroufina by Fabah x Roufina). From the family of Aaroufa. Bred by Babson Arabian Horse Farm, Dixon, Chicago Illinois.

One of the very special SBE stallions, owned and shown by the McFaddins of Beaumont, Texas. He was shown from 1988-1992 in western pleasure, trail, show hack, hunter pleasure, and native costume.

18) Roufah Mar.4.1965-Jan.28.1.1992(Ibn Fa-Serr x Bah Roufa). Bred by Mr. Henry Blake Babson, Grand Detour, Chicago, Illinois. Last owner Mr. Jarrell McCracken, Bentwood Farms, Waco, Texas. Top Ten Pleasure Driving. 1974 Canadian National Top Ten Mare. 1976 U.S. National Top Ten Mare.

19) AN Monsanto July.11.1970(Ibn Moniet El Nefous x Roufah). Bred by Mr. Jay W. and Mrs. Dorothy Stream, Greengate Farm, San Luis Obispo, California. Great for performance. Sired 146 purebreds progeny.

26) BB Ora Kalilah 1988(Orashan x PH Safina). Bred by Mrs. Kelli C. Bergren.

Owned by Mrs. Barbara A. Griffith, Imperial Egyptian Stud, Parkton, Maryland.

1989 Region 15 Champion Yearling Fillies and Scottsdale Top Five Yearling Filly.

1991 Region 15 Reserve Champion Mare and East Coast Champion Mare.

20) Bint Bah Roufa 1975(Ibn Fa-Serr x Bah Roufa by Fabah x Serroufa) with Mrs. Elisabeth Babson Tieken. Bred and owned by Babson Arabian Horse Farm, Dixon, Chicago, Illinois. Founder of the important family of the younger mare and the young stallion of Mrs. Andrea Kaiser’s Stud, located in Northern Bavaria, Germany.

In Europe this is the only breeding farm focusing on the maxima concentration of Mahroussa blood by using Maaroufa and her full brother Fadl in both dam and sire lines. Her breeding projects started through two daughters of Aaroufa (Fay El Dyne x Maaroufa): Bahrou (Fabah x Aaroufa) and Roufina (Fa -Serr x Aaroufa).

21) Mohafez (AK Sharaf) Feb.29.1976-Feb.28.2011(Ibn Moniet El Nefous x Ahroufa

by Ibn Fa-Serr x Bah Roufa). Bred by Jarrell McCracken, Bentwood Farms, Waco, Texas. Owned by Dr. Hans Joachim Nagel, Katharinenhof Stud, Grossenkneten, Germany.

22) Ahroufa 1969-1979(Ibn Fa-Serr x Bah Roufa by Fabah x Serroufa). Bred by Mr. Henry Blake Babson, Grand Detour, Chicago, Illinois. Owned by Jarrell McCracken, Bentwood Farms, Waco, Texas.

23) Roufas Feb.4.1963-1989(Fa-Serr x Aaroufa) ridden by Mr. David Gardner. Bred

by Mr. Henry Blake Babson, Grand Detour, Chicago, Illinois. Owned by Mr. and

27)Fa Moniet July.2.1967-Aug.24.1981(Ibn Moniet El Nefous x Fada). Bred by Mr. Henry Blake Babson, Grand Detour, Chicago, Illinois. Owned by Mr. Jarrell McCracken, Bentwood Farms, Waco, Texas.1967 Top Ten Scotsdale winner and Top Five Regional Champion.

28) Serr Maariner Apr.23.1970(Ibn Fa-Serr x Maarena). Bred by Mr. Henry Blake Babson, Grand Detour, Illinois. Owned by Major Hector and Dr. Gail Hoff Carmona, Princeton Arabians, Freehold, New Jersey.

29) Princeton Mariner 1986-Feb.2017(Serr Maariner x Black Satin by Black Sambo x Diroufa). Bred by Major Hector and Dr. Gail Hoff Carmona, Princeton Arabians, Freehold, New Jersey. Sold to Vlacq Stud, Flintshire, Wales (UK), where he was herd sire in producing high perfomance purebred as well part bred horses. He was a popular dressage winners, in open competitions. Manara Classic Arabian Horses of Mrs. Elisabeth and Mr. Gert Stam, Bodyke, Clare, Ireland, is the stud in Europe that had the higher number of Princeton Mariner’s Straight Babson progeny. Major Hector Carmona passed away on April 30, 1987 and now Dr. Gail Hoff Carmona lives in Ojai, California.

30) Prince Fa Moniet 1981-1999(The Egyptian Prince x Fa Moniet). Bred by Mr. Jarrell McCracken, Waco, Texas. Exported in 1997 to Australia, at Forest Hill Arabian Stud, of Mr. Peter and Mrs. Jenny Pond, Wyong Creek, NSW.

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