Felicity Valentine shines in UK Arabian Horse beauty show

Manama : The Bahraini mare Felicity Valentine shines in the UK International Arabian Horse Beauty Show, held in London, winning first place in its category, amidst large participation of the biggest international stables. Owned by Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, owner of Al-Zobara Stable, the mare achieved the highest rank in the mare category, with a total of 92.20 points.

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of Bahrain Olympic Committee and Honourary President of the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF), commended the mare Felicity Valentine’s victory in its category.

Shaikh Nasser also praised the role of Shaikh Khalid in the production of pure-breed Arabian horses.

“Bahrain’s outstanding equestrian achievement showcases the stature of the Kingdom’s horses, due to their internationally renowned quality and well-breeding, reinforced by the great care of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa whose vision and directives played a key role in preserving and consolidating Arabian horses as part of Bahrain’s historical identity and heritage,” Shaikh Nasser said.

Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, President of Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF), praised the achievement of the Bahraini mare at the show, which reflects the role of Bahrain in equestrian sport and the development shown by Bahraini owners in horse breeding and congratulated Al Zobara Stable in the production of Arabian horses.