Kuwait Police Sports Federation opens new show jumping season

Kuwait Police Sports Federation President Brig. Gen. Sheikh Mubarak Al-Yousef.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 1: The Kuwait Police Sports Federation will host the first local show jumping competition of the 2026-27 season, with action getting underway at 1:30 pm at its arena in Subhan.

The event, held under the auspices of the Kuwait Equestrian Federation, will feature riders from several local clubs competing over fences ranging from 60 to 130 cm.

International judge Ibtisam Al-Arouri will head the judging panel, alongside Lama Abdul-Aal. International rider Abdulrahman Al-Fuzai will design the course, while Dr. Yahya Al-Hedban will serve as arena judge.

The federation stages several local and international equestrian events throughout the year, covering both show jumping and dressage.

Federation President Brig. Gen. Sheikh Mubarak Al-Yousef invited equestrian fans to attend the competition, saying the event follows the success achieved during the previous season.

He thanked First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef for his continued support for sport and his efforts to promote Kuwait’s sporting movement.

Brig. Gen. Sheikh Mubarak said the federation remains committed to supporting Kuwaiti riders and hosting equestrian competitions. He also highlighted its hosting of last season’s local show jumping league final, describing it as an example of the strong cooperation between the Police Sports Federation and the Kuwait Equestrian Federation.