Brash and Hello Jefferson Shine Again with Spectacular CSI5* Victory
Doha, Qatar – The momentum continues at the 13th edition of CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines, where Britain’s Scott Brash and the remarkable 17-year-old gelding Hello Jefferson delivered another masterclass performance on Day 2 at the Longines Arena at Al Shaqab.
Fresh from their opening-day triumph, Brash and Hello Jefferson returned to the arena to claim victory in the CSI5* 1.55m Jump-Off (LR-A), securing a second consecutive CSI5* win this week. Producing a faultless first round in 73.79 seconds, the pair sealed the deal with a blistering jump-off time of 39.93 seconds, confirming Jefferson’s exceptional form.
“Jefferson was incredible yet again,” Brash said after his victory. “He has such an amazing career now. He is 17 years old, probably in the form of his life. And the whole team is behind us, keeping him in top shape.”
The performance reinforces Brash’s status as one of the leading contenders for the weekend’s Grand Prix, with Hello Jefferson demonstrating both experience and athletic brilliance under pressure.
Gaudiano Claims a Double
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia celebrated further success as Khalid Al Hadi guided Capoen to victory in the CSI3* 1.30m Faults & Time, posting a clear round in 59.42 seconds.
Dressage and Para Dressage Open in Style
Beyond the showjumping spotlight, dressage and para dressage classes commenced in the Indoor Longines Arena, adding further international depth to the programme.
Qatar’s Jassim Al Kuwari and Jack Sparrow claimed the CDI1* Prix St-Georges title with a score of 69.608%, drawing strong support from the home crowd.
In CPEDI3* competition, Sweden’s Lena Malmström led Grade V aboard Fabulous Fidelie (70.513%), while the Netherlands’ Sandra Jeuken topped Grade IV with Nespresso (69.676%). Italy’s Francesca Salvade’, the USA’s Fiona Howard, and Brazil’s Luiz Felipe Queiroz Menin also stood atop their respective grades, reflecting the global reach of the event.
Championship Atmosphere Builds
With two days complete, CHI Al Shaqab 2026 has already delivered elite sport across multiple disciplines. From Brash’s dominance in the CSI5* ranks to Gaudiano’s double and strong performances in dressage and para dressage, the competition continues to build toward a thrilling weekend of finals and Grand Prix showdowns.
As the world’s best riders continue to converge in Doha, the stage is firmly set for more unforgettable performances in the days ahead.
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