Facing page: Gazal Al Shaqab (Anaza El Farid x Kajora), and his son Marwan Al Shaqab (x Little Liza Fame), right, founded a dynasty in contemporary Arabian breeding.
numbers, the Al Shaqab philosophy — that success is not only defined by show wins, but in the health and well-being of each and every horse — is reflected in every interaction with horses. The goal is healthy horses, mentally and physically. “Every breeding decision is based on knowledge of the standard of excellence and in collaboration with my team,” adds Mohammed. “Making breeding decisions is an ongoing process. We never tire of this discussion. It is the fuel for our goals, for our hopes, for our dreams of the future. “Some of those goals have already manifested in accomplishments even greater than we dreamt. Our primary stallions, Al Adeed, Gazal, and Marwan are established, they are well represented in the breeding program. Now we need to determine their successors.” One such successor may well have been determined at the Polish Nationals last August, where two Kahil Al Shaqab (Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Mishaahl) yearlings claimed the two Junior Championship titles against older horses.
The Kahil son Morion (x Mesalina by Ekstern), was named National Champion Colt of Poland, and last June was Yearling Champion Colt and Best in Show at Białka. Morion has already caught the eye of breeders around the world. His length of neck, well set and beautifully shaped, makes Morion a standout. He also has a beautiful face, with large dark eyes that have been a trademark of the Kahil Al Shaqab progeny. The Polish National Champion Filly Al Jazeera (x Alhasa by Ganges) has an incredible show attitude that is also typical of the Kahil Al Shaqab get in Poland. There is little doubt that Kahil Al Shaqab, during his two-year lease to Poland, has brought superior quality, well-shaped necks with great throats, huge dark eyes, nice substance and flair in the showring to his foals. His second foal crop is on the ground now, and already talk has begun about a superstar. In the Janów breeding parade, Bellisa’s (Poganin x Bellanda by Pilot) filly at side took the crowd’s
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