Competitors strike it rich on day 2 of FBMA International Show Jumping Cup

The second day of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy’s (FBMA) International Show Jumping Cup 8th edition held at the outdoor sand arena of Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club saw 121 riders in action witnessed by fans watching the livestream feed available.

Beginning early in the morning and throughout the day, riders vied for titles in 5 categories, namely:

Category 1 – CSICH-A with the prize money Dhs10,000 and sponsored by Al Shira’aa Stables,

Category 2 – CSIU25-A with the prize money Dhs20,000 and sponsored by Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club,

Category 3 – Nationals with the prize money Dhs30,000 and sponsored by Abu Dhabi Media,

Category 4 – CSIL2* with the prize money Dhs30,000 and sponsored by Abu Dhabi Sports Council,

Category 5 – CSIL2* (Special Two Phase) with the prize money Dhs60,000 and sponsored by Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy.

In the (Nationals) category, Victoria Jade Laing representing Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club took home gold while Maryam Ahmed Abdul Malik and Aisha Mohamed Al Maazmi representing Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club, took silver and bronze respectively.

The first class of the day CSI Children’s class (CSICH-A) with the prize money of Dhs10,000, presented by Al Shira’aa Stables, saw UAE's MabkhoutOwaidaAlKirbi soar to victory with an assertive performance, claiming 1st place with a time of 56.37 seconds and 2nd place with a time of 60.35 seconds on “Zandocan C” and “Al Mazyouna” respectively. Not far away, ShamsaAlmheiri finished third on “Brazoria De Semilly” with a time of 60.49 seconds.

The second category, CSIU25-A with a prize money of Dhs20,000 and sponsored by Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, included 38 riders. UAE's Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi came in first place with a time of 53.56 seconds, Hamza Mahmoud Al Kiswani from Jordan came second with a time of 54.44 seconds, and Ali HamadAlkirbi from the UAE won third place with a time of 56.52.

Commenting on his win, Marzooqi, first-place winner of CSIU25-A category, said, I’m very happy to have the opportunity to show and compete again. It’s also a special win for me on ‘Coral Beach Z’ this horse has been great and sweet and I feel lucky to ride and have this journey with it. We have a special synergy, and with my disciplined training, we have won 3 championships together.

Competition continues with 65 riders contending in (Nationals) with prize money of Dhs30,200 and sponsored by Abu Dhabi Media. Consistency was key for Maryam Ahmed Abdulmalik, winning first place and representing Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club, with a time of 58.81 seconds. In second place, AlinaFayzulina (63.75 sec) representing Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club and in third, Wassayef Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi (68.39 sec) representing Al Bahiya Club.

Major General Dr Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, President of UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation, thanked the wise leadership for their continuous support and development of Equestrian Sports, which has empowered and encouraged women’s participation.