Hayat hails Kuwait equestrian team’s strong showing in Qatar

Kuwait Equestrian Federation President, Masoud Jawhar Hayat

KUWAIT CITY, March 31: Kuwait Equestrian Federation President Masoud Jawhar Hayat commended the national team’s impressive results at the Al Shaqab Show Jumping Cup in Qatar.

In a press statement, Hayat highlighted the depth of talent within Kuwait’s equestrian ranks, noting the presence of skilled riders across all levels, from beginners to elite competitors. He emphasized the federation’s focus on developing youth categories, describing them as the cornerstone of the sport’s future in Kuwait.

Hayat added that Kuwaiti riders continue to prove their capabilities on the international stage, whether competing at home or abroad.

Among the key results, Hussein Al-Kharafi claimed first place in the 140cm (three-star) class, while Asian champion Ali Jassim Al-Kharafi secured third place in the 155cm (five-star) event. Rider Yara Al-Hunaidi also finished third in the 140cm class.

Madi Al-Khamis delivered a strong performance, taking third place in the 125cm event and fourth in the 130cm class, while Fawaz Al-Rashed earned third place in the 145cm competition.

Kuwait was represented by 17 riders: Ali Jassim Al-Kharafi, Ali Ahmed Al-Kharafi, Hussein Al-Kharafi, Abdullah Al-Aiban, Alaa Al-Sultan, Al-Jood Al-Sabah, Anaz Al-Anaz, Bandar Juma, Dhari Al-Mutairi, Fawaz Al-Rashed, Ghazi Al-Fulaij, Ghazlan Al-Khaldi, Madi Al-Khamis, Mohammed Al-Mulaifi, Moudhi Al-Jabri, Sharifa Al-Awadhi, and Yara Al-Hunaidi.