Christian Ahlmann wins in Dohar with Dominator 2000 Z
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German Christian Ahlmann on Dominator 2000 Z reigned supreme against the best of the best in a spectacular Commercial Bank CHI AL SHAQAB Presented by Longines 2021 Grand Prix finale, at the Longines Arena at Al Shaqab.
The victorious pair dazzled in the CSI5* Grand Prix Two rounds + Jump off (1.60 m) Showjumping class, clocking 36.17 seconds without any faults in the jump off to claim top honors.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, chairperson of Qatar Foundation, awarded Ahlmann the prestigious winner’s trophy.
Olivier Robert of Austria, on Vivaldi des Meneaux, rode into second place in 36.27 seconds. Belgium’s Niels Bruynseels, on Delux van T & L, finished third in 36.82 seconds.
A jubilant Ahlmann said: “I’m really happy and proud to be here at Al Shaqab, especially during these difficult times. Thanks to the Al Shaqab team for making this event happen. We all feel very safe here in Qatar.
“I had a very good day in the Grand Prix. My horse jumped an amazing three rounds. It was a good performance and I hope I can keep up this form.”
Julien Epaillard of France, on Safai d’ Auge of France, jumped to the top spot in the CSI5* 1.45m Table C Showjumping Class with a time of 67.99 secs. Eduardo Alvarez, of Spain, on Legend, claimed second place in 70.53 secs. Maikel Van Der Vleuten, of the Netherlands, on Kamara v’ant Heike, rounded out the winners’ podium with a time of 72.25 secs.
About Al Shaqab – A World-Class Facility
Since its establishment in 1992, Al Shaqab’s vision was to build on Qatar’s Arabian horse heritage and be a leading global center for equine professionals, while providing an engaging experience for the community. Global leadership has not only meant preserving, improving, and promoting the Arabian horse breed, but also encouraging the community in this unique, traditional cultural sport.
Today, Al Shaqab’s impressive facilities, which are distinctively designed in the shape of a horseshoe, cover 980,000 square meters. With a state-of-the-art Main Arena comprising both an indoor and outdoor venue capable of holding over 5,000 spectators, Al Shaqab is part of Qatar’s growing reputation on the world stage that showcases its ability to host major international sports event at the highest level.
Full results from the event can be found here.
Source: CHI AL SHAQAB Media Release
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