Celebrating Success at the FEI Dressage World Challenge 2025

The FEI Dressage World Challenge 2025 concluded with outstanding displays of horsemanship, sportsmanship, and team spirit. This year’s edition brought together talented combinations, dedicated officials, and an enthusiastic audience, all contributing to a memorable and successful event.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our panel of officials, whose expertise and professionalism ensured the smooth running and fairness of the competition. Special thanks go to Barbara Ardu (ITA), Head of Ground Jury and FEI International Judge, and Volha Sasnouskaya (UAE), National Judge, for their time, commitment, and invaluable feedback to our riders. We also thank our hardworking stewards team, whose attention to detail and dedication behind the scenes played a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of welfare and regulation throughout the show.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our riders, whose passion and preparation were evident in every test, as well as to the audience whose support and energy made the atmosphere truly special.

This year’s competition saw impressive performances across all divisions. We proudly congratulate the winners of each class:

• Preliminary Class: Hussain Alshaikh on Velvet
• Youth Class: Mohammed Ahmed Abdulrazzaq on Bolero RVII
• Senior I Class: Redha Ebrahim Munfaredi on Navarro CAV
• Senior II Class: Hessa Muath Almeshari on Elegante Plus
• Prix Saint Georges Class: Megan Black on Fernando
• Best Presentation: Redha Ebrahim Munfaredi & Megan Black

Each winning combination demonstrated admirable skill, harmony, and dedication, raising the bar for dressage in Bahrain.

As we conclude the FEI Dressage World Challenge 2025, we look forward to the official regional rankings, which will be announced in 2026. With the progress and promise shown this year, we are excited to see how our riders will stand within the region.

Thank you once again to everyone who contributed to the success of this event. We look ahead with pride, optimism, and determination as we continue to support and develop the sport of dressage in Bahrain.

Riding Forward: Reflections on the 2nd FEI Asian Dressage Championships

— Featuring a Quote from Aneesa Ghaleb Mahmood Almahmood

The 2nd edition of the FEI Asian Dressage Championships in Thailand marked an exciting milestone for Bahrain’s dressage community. With Aneesa Ghaleb Mahmood Almahmood stepping forward to represent the Kingdom, the event placed Bahrain proudly on the international stage. She shares her reflections below.

“Competing at the 2nd edition of the FEI Asian Dressage Championships in Thailand was an unforgettable experience and an important step forward in our development as a combination. The new environment provided valuable challenges, and Handsome handled it the best way he could.

Despite minor mistakes throughout our tests, we achieved solid scores in both the Prix St. Georges and Inter I, successfully qualifying for the Freestyle. We are extremely grateful for the opportunity, which would not have been possible without the continued support of Sh. Noora Bint Hamad Al Khalifa and the Al Fursan Team.

Beyond the personal achievement, this championship represents a significant step forward for the Bahrain dressage community, and we carry the responsibility of representing Bahrain with pride. There is always room for improvement — sometimes you have to do the best you can with what you have in the moment.

We now look forward to returning to Europe to continue growing and competing, with our focus set on the Asian Games upcoming September.”

As we continue to build momentum, we look forward to seeing our Bahraini combinations grow in strength, confidence, and partnership. Their dedication and progress reflect the bright future of dressage in Bahrain, and we are excited for everything that lies ahead.

🌟 Rider Highlight: Aneesa Ghaleb Mahmood Almahmood 🌟

We are proud to announce that Aneesa Ghaleb Mahmood Almahmood will be representing the Kingdom of Bahrain at the upcoming FEI Asian Championships 2025, to be held in Pattaya, Thailand, from November 24–30, 2025.

This prestigious event brings together some of Asia’s most talented riders, and Aneesa’s participation marks another proud milestone for Bahraini dressage on the international stage.

We wish her the very best as she prepares to showcase her skill, dedication, and passion for the sport while carrying the Kingdom’s flag with pride. 🇧🇭🐎

🌟 Event Highlight: FEI World Dressage Challenge 2024 🌟

We are proud to have hosted the first-ever FEI Dressage event in the Kingdom of Bahrain — the prestigious FEI World Dressage Challenge. This milestone marks an exciting step forward in the development of equestrian sports in our region.

Our talented riders delivered outstanding performances locally and regionally went on to achieve:

• 🥈 Individual Second Place – Group 7 Senior II by Megan Black
• 🥉 Team Third Place –Group 7 Preliminary Team Ranking by Nada Ebrahim, Faisal Moosa and Carlijn Leeflang

These accomplishments highlight the dedication, skill, and spirit of our competitors and celebrate a historic moment for dressage in the Kingdom of Bahrain