HH Shaikh Nasser Competes in Asian Endurance Riding Championship in Thailand

His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Commander of the Royal Endurance Team, participated in the 120-kilometer race at the Asian Endurance Riding Championship held in Pattaya, Thailand.

The race was closely followed by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee and the General Sports Authority; His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment and Vice President of Rashed Equestrian and Racing Club; as well as HH Shaikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Faisal bin Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and HH Shaikh Abdullah bin Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

The competition consisted of five stages featuring diverse terrain and challenging endurance tests, with strong competition continuing until the final stage.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa described the team’s participation as positive, noting that it improved readiness for upcoming competitions. He praised the high level of performance and open competition among all participants.

He congratulated the top three riders and wished all competitors success in future races.

In the final stage, the horse Everest La Majorie did not pass the veterinary inspection. The first place was claimed by Emirati rider Saeed Ahmed Al Harbi, second place went to Saudi Mubarak Sabt of the Royal Endurance Team, and third place was awarded to Patanakol from Thailand.