The Arabian horse is the oldest purebred horse breed in the world with ancient roots in the Arabian peninsula. With its distinctive head shape and high tail carriage, the Arabian is prized for its speed, stamina, beauty, intelligence, and gentleness. Its breeding is a carefully preserved art, preserved by a whole sector of professionals: owners, breeders, trainers and artisans.

Qatar has not only built a reputation as a pioneer in breeding Arabian horses, but also as a world-class hub for horses and equestrian sports. One such example is Al Shaqab equestrian centre – home to more than 700 Arabian horses. As the host of this year’s championship, Qatar will further cement its standing in this discipline.