In a remarkable achievement, equestrian Alia Obaid Al Shamsi, riding “Joe La Maggiore” for ABH Stables, clinched the title in the women’s endurance race held on the second day of the His Highness the President of the UAE Endurance and Endurance Cup races at Boudheib International Endurance Village. The event, organized by the Emirates Equestrian and Racing Federation, saw the participation of 121 female riders.
Al Shamsi secured her first endurance race title by covering the total distance of 100 km in 3 hours, 42 minutes, and 36 seconds, with an average speed of 27.12 km/hour.
Defending champion Shereena Al Falasi, riding “Sheri” for the “Commando” stables, claimed the second spot with a time of 3:42:42 hours, while equestrian Luba Verla, on the horse “Polo Nathal” for the “Al Mina” stables, secured the third position with a time of 3:42:45 hours.
Al Shamsi’s strategic rise through the stages of the race, starting from the 16th place in the first stage to eventually taking the lead at the end of the race, showcased her skill and determination.
The winners were honored by Ahmed Al Suwaidi, Executive Director of the Emirates Equestrian Federation, Abdullah Al Naqbi, Director of the Support Services Department at the Federation, and Mohammed Al Junaibi, Director of Events at the Boudheib International Endurance Village.
The tournament will conclude tomorrow, Sunday, with the His Highness the President of the State’s Giants Cup, covering a distance of 100 km and consisting of four stages. The stages include 30 km in orange, 30 km in blue, 20 km in green, and 20 km in white.
