Doha, Qatar, – Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Al Sharbatly dominant for a successive day at the HH The Father Amir’s Prix, adding two more victories on Saturday adding to the two wins on the opening day.
The event is bringing together international and regional riders across CSI1*, CSI2* and CSI4* categories as part of the Doha Equestrian Tour (DET) 2026.
Running from 2–4 January, Tour 1 offers a total prize fund of €538,000. Across the full four-tour H.H. The Father Amir’s Prix series, prize money totals €3,303,000, with Tours 1 and 2 welcoming 248 riders competing with 524 horses.
Sharbatly secured top honours in the CSI4 Jump-Off (1.50m), delivering a faultless double-clear round aboard Boeckmanns Lord Pezi Junio. He topped a field of 33 starters, stopping the clock at 39.95 seconds in the jump-off to pocket the winner’s prize of €26,500.
Austria’s Max Kuhner finished second on Eic Quantum Robin V after another clear jump-off in 40.73 seconds, earning €21,200, while Britain’s Sienna Charles completed the podium in third place aboard Stardust with a clear round in 41.04 seconds to take home €15,900.
Abdullah Al Sharbatly of Saudi Arabia
Abdullah Al Sharbatly of Saudi Arabia, Max Kühner of Austria and Sienna Charles of Great britian, podium winners in the CSI4 Jump-Off (1.50m) category.
Sharbatly also claimed victory in the CSI2 Special Two-Phase (1.30m). He finished first on Dr Scarpo with a double-clear round in 32.44 seconds, ahead of Qatar’s Suhaim Hamad al-Yafei on Flash du Puits (0–0/34.28) and fellow Saudi rider Fahad Aljuaid on Fatina (0–0/36.28).
The 43-year-old Olympian who won the bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics was naturally delighted with his performance.
“It’s been a fantastic day – two wins with two different horses is always special. Boeckmanns Lord Pezi Junior was exceptional in the 1.50m jump-off, and Dr Scarpo was equally sharp and responsive in the earlier round. I’m really pleased with how both horses performed,” said Sharbatly.
In the CSI1 Faults & Time (1.15m), Qatar’s Ali Omar A H Al Ansari claimed victory on Nikita Eindeken Z with a clear round in 52.60 seconds.
Syria’s Sarah al-Masri placed second on Georgia de Maugre (56.63 secs), while Saudi Arabia’s Abdulmohsen Alshammari finished third on Felton des Cinq Chenes (56.76 secs).
“It’s a great feeling to win here at Al Shaqab. Nikita Eindeken Z jumped with confidence, and everything came together for a clear round. We’re happy with this result and will keep building through the weekend,” Ansari said.
Day 2 action how it unfolded
Day 2 featured a full schedule across both arenas, including CSI2* 135 cm (Faults & Time), CSI1* 115 cm (Faults & Time), CSI4* 145 cm (Faults & Time), CSI1* 125 cm (Faults & Time), CSI2* 145 cm (Faults & Time), CSI2* 130 cm (Special Two-Phase), and the CSI4* 150 cm Jump-Off class as the day’s highlight.
Competition Highlights
Day 2 delivered competitive performances across CSI1*, CSI2* and CSI4* classes, with riders contesting technical and fast-paced courses across both the Indoor Arena and Outdoor Arena.
Day 3 (Final Day, 4 January)
Tour 1 concludes tomorrow with a full programme including CSI2* 135 cm (Table C), CSI2* 130 cm (Faults & Time), CSI4* 145 cm (Special Two-Phase), CSI1* 130 cm GP (Jump-Off), CSI2* 145 cm GP (Jump-Off), and the CSI4* 155 cm GP (Jump-Off) as the final feature class.
The event is organized by the Qatar Equestrian Federation, Al Shaqab, and the Qatar Olympic Committee, in partnership with Qatar Airways as Official Airline Partner, United Development Company (UDC) as Complementary Partner, Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Group as Transport Partner, Al Kass Sports Channels as Broadcast Partner, and Education Above All as the Official Humanitarian Partner.
Egyptian riders Mohamed Elshenawy won the CSI2 event followed by Haya Osama El Borai while Megane Moissonnier finished third.Abdullah Al Qashouti, Director of Marketing and Communications for the H H The Father Amir’s Prix 2026 gave away the prizes.
Egyptian rider Mohamed Elshenawy winner in the CSI2 event receiving winners prize from Abdullah Al Qashouti, Director of Marketing and Communications for the H H The Father Amir’s Prix 2026.
Key results – Day 2 (official):
CSI4* 1.50m (Jump-Off) – Winner: Abdullah Alsharbatly (KSA) | Boeckmanns Lord Pezi Junior | 0 penalties | 80.77 (First Round) / 39.95 (Jump Off)
CSI4* 1.45m (Faults & Time) – Winner: Emanuele Gaudiano (ITA) – Vasco 118 | 0 penalties | 65.34
CSI2* 1.45m (Faults & Time) – Winner: Millie Allen (GBR) – Quick Diamant HR | 0 penalties | 64.86
CSI2* 1.35m (Faults & Time) – Winner: Mohamed Elshenawy (EGY) – Kamelia DS | 0 penalties | 65.44
CSI2* 1.30m (Two-Phase) – Winner: Abdullah Alsharbatly (KSA) – Dr Scarpo | 0 penalties | 28.17 (Phase 1) / 32.44 (Phase 2)
CSI1* 1.25m (Faults & Time) – Winner: Bader Alfard (KSA) – Murdock | 0 penalties | 58.38
CSI1* 1.15m (Faults & Time) – Winner: Ali Omar A H Al Ansari (QAT) – Nikita Eindeken Z | 0 penalties | 52.60
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