Abdullah Alsharbatly Dominates the CSIO4* Grand Prix in Rabat
In an electrifying display of skill and precision, Abdullah Alsharbatly from Saudi Arabia clinched the prestigious title at the CSIO4* 1.55m Grand Prix held in Rabat, Morocco. Riding the talented SF mare Diriyah, Alsharbatly executed a flawless double-clear round, finishing with an impressive time of 50.83 seconds in the decisive second phase. This remarkable performance left the competition trailing in his wake, solidifying his status as a leading contender in the showjumping arena.
Alsharbatly's victory came after a series of expertly navigated jumps on Diriyah, who is sired by Baloubet du Rouet and Diamant de Semilly. The mare, previously owned by Sylvain Pitois, showcased her exceptional talent and training, demonstrating why she is regarded as one of the top competitors in the sport. Following closely behind was France's Olivier Perreau, who secured second place aboard Himalaya du Temple with a commendable clear round time of 51.65 seconds. Switzerland's Edouard Schmitz rounded out the podium, finishing third with Gamin Van 'T Naastveldhof, clocking in at 52.01 seconds.
Italy's Roberto Previtali and his mount Conthargo-Blue finished fourth with a time of 52.44 seconds, while Germany's Harm Lahde completed the top five on Gsi Sir Dominator, achieving a double-clear time of 54.71 seconds. The event showcased not only the incredible talent of the riders but also the exceptional caliber of the horses competing at this elite level.
As reported by equnews.com.
