UAE names show jumping team for 2026 FEI World Championships

The UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation (UAEERF) has announced the five horse-and-rider combinations selected to represent the nation at the FEI World Championships in Aachen, Germany. The competition, held at the Aachen Soers, serves as a critical pathway for nations to secure team qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

The UAE squad will be led by Chef d’Équipe William Funnell. The team features a mix of experienced and emerging talent, including Paris 2024 Olympian Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi riding Enjoy de la Mure. Other selected riders include Abdullah Humaid Al Muhairi with Hudson de Vains, Humaid Abdullah Al Muhairi on Foncetti v/d Heffinck, and Salem Ahmed Al Suwaidi riding Flonflon.

Additionally, riders Mohamed Al Ghurair and Mabkhout Al Karbi will compete in youth category events, specifically the ‘STAWAG Prize’ and the ‘Sparkasse Prize’. The show jumping portion of the championships is scheduled to take place from August 19 to 23.