Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – February 08, 2026 – Sunday evening delivered a thrilling finale as Emirati rider Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi (UAE) claimed victory in the €60,000 Sharjah Grand Prix CSI 3*, presented by Longines, producing a decisive performance under pressure to cap a standout weekend for the Al Shira’aa team.
Contested over a testing 1.55m track, the Grand Prix attracted a strong field of top-ranking international and regional combinations, with just six riders advancing to the jump-off after a demanding first round. Last to return to the arena, Al Marzooqi (UAE), 158 in the Longines Ranking, rose to the occasion aboard Chacco Bay, delivering a second clear and fast round to secure the win.
The 12-year-old Oldenburg breeding stallion showed his experience and scope at the highest level, mirroring the rider’s composure as Al Marzooqi once again underlined his credentials as one of the UAE’s – and the world’s – brightest stars. While the combination are no strangers to the podium, this victory marks their first Grand Prix win together since Al Marzooqi took over the ride in March 2024. An Olympic finalist, the Emirati athlete has enjoyed an exceptional run of form this season, arriving back in Sharjah fresh from contributing to the UAE’s Nations Cup silver medal the previous weekend.
Speaking of the win, Al Marzooqi commented, “Firstly I’d like to congratulate H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan on this victory. It’s extra special as Chacco is such an important stallion to me and the whole team. He felt amazing and winning a Grand Prix on home soil makes me very proud.”
Final Results – €60,000 Sharjah Grand Prix CSI 3*, presented by Longines
1) Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi (UAE) & Chacco Bay – 0 / 0 – 47.48
2) Constant van Paesschen (BEL) & Unaki de Bornival Z – 0 / 0 – 51.12
3) Abdullah Humaid Al Muhairi (UAE) & Hudson de Vains – 0 / 0 – 52.56
Source: Press Release by Hannah McCabe / Dark Horse Communications for Al Shira’aa Tour
Photos: © Al Shira’aa Tour / Ahmed Maawali
