Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mishaal Sponsors Closing Ceremony of Qassim Arabian Horse Show

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Buraidah, April 27, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Governor of Qassim Region Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz on Saturday evening sponsored the closing ceremony of the Qassim Arabian Horse Show, held at King Saud Equestrian Club in Buraidah.

The championship, which featured over 260 purebred Arabian horses, brought together distinguished participants and showcased the Kingdom’s deep-rooted equestrian heritage.

Prince Dr. Faisal congratulated the winners, owners, and all participants, praising the high technical level of the competition and the outstanding organization. He emphasized that the event reflected the Saudi people's enduring passion for equestrian sports, a tradition closely tied to the nation’s history and cultural identity.

The governor also expressed his appreciation for the wise leadership’s continuous support for equestrian sports, noting that this backing has strengthened the Kingdom’s presence on both local and international stages. He underlined that purebred Arabian horses represent an essential part of Saudi Arabia’s national pride and cultural legacy.

Highlighting the broader significance of the event, Prince Dr. Faisal noted that hosting such distinguished championships supports Saudi Vision 2030’s goals of advancing national culture and heritage, promoting the development of the sports and tourism sectors, and encouraging greater youth participation in equestrian sports.

The Qassim Arabian Horse Show served not only as a competition but as a celebration of the enduring spirit of the Arabian horse, offering spectators a vivid glimpse into one of the Kingdom’s proudest traditions.