The World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme (WACH Supreme) today hosted a press conference at Old Doha Port to officially present the final stage of the 2025 season – one of the most prestigious events in the Arabian horse calendar.
Held in collaboration with Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT), CENECA and Katara Cultural Village, the Supreme will bring together the world’s finest Arabian horses, breeders, owners, and handlers for an unforgettable two-day celebration of sport, heritage, and culture at Old Doha Port on December 5-6.
The World’s Best Horses Prepare for the Final Showdown
This weekend, Doha will welcome 65 purebred Arabian horses, each having earned its place in the Championship through a rigorous qualification system across both the GCAT Europe & Middle East circuit and the GCAT Americas.
Only the top horses and handlers of the season will compete, making the Supreme the definitive global showdown of Arabian horse excellence.
CEO Statement: A New Benchmark in Excellence
During the press conference, Mr. Bader Mohammed Al Darwish, CEO of GCAT, highlighted the significance of the event:
“The World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme represents the highest level of excellence in our sport. This weekend, we welcome the best horses and handlers in the world – all of whom have earned their place through a remarkable season across Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. Together with our partners, we aim to deliver a world-class celebration of heritage, beauty, and sporting integrity.”
Prof. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, General Manager of Katara Cultural Village and Chairman of the Organising Committee of the WAHC Supreme, shared the importance of the event in celebrating culture and heritage:
“This championship reflects Katara’s visionary role in consolidating the status of the purebred Arabian horse and celebrating this rich cultural heritage, which forms an essential pillar of Arab and Gulf identity.”
Additionally, Mr Arnaud Lemoine, the Executive Director of Ceneca, emphasized the value of friendship and partnership, saying:
“For four years, we have been good partners. I can say the team have become good friends. Qatar and France are friends too. It’s really wonderful.”
A Global Entertainment Journey
In addition to world-class competition, spectators will experience a unique entertainment journey created exclusively for the Supreme.
Over the two days, five ceremonial shows will guide the audience through cultural narratives inspired by the values of the Tour:
- The Gulf – Integrity
- Latin America – Passion
- Europe – Prestige
- North America – Excellence
- North Africa – Legacy
Each performance includes its own musical identity, cultural universe, and a symbolic torch carried on horseback, representing one of the Championship’s core values.
The entertainment storyline culminates with the Closing Ceremony – “Victory Over Abu Derya”, inspired by a traditional Gulf tale of courage and unity. As the five torches converge, their combined light symbolises the message of the Supreme: only through unity, integrity, and shared values can the community overcome darkness, injustice, and corruption within the sport.
Record Prize Money
The Supreme features a landmark overall prize fund of €4,980,000, one of the highest in the Arabian horse industry.
The top 10 horses in each category will receive prize money, reinforcing the Championship’s commitment to excellence and global competitiveness.
Event Schedule – Doha, 5-6 December 2025
All ceremonies and competitions begin from 15:30 at Old Doha Port.
Day 1 – Friday, 5 December
- Opening Ceremony
- Yearling Fillies – Award Ceremony / The Show
- Yearling Colts – Award Ceremony / The Show
- Junior Fillies – Award Ceremony / The Show
Day 2 – Saturday, 6 December
- Honouring of Officials
- Junior Colts – Award Ceremony / The Show
- Senior Mares – Award Ceremony / The Show
- Honouring of Sponsors
- Senior Stallions – Award Ceremony / The Show
- Closing Ceremony
- Champions Honorary Lap
Partners Supporting the WAHC Supreme
Global Partners
- Qatar Airways
- Doha Bank
- Richard Mille
- KMC
- UDC
Local Partners
- Ooredoo
- NBK / Mercedes
- Ali Bin Ali
- Old Doha Port
- QIC
Institutional Partners
- Katara
- CENECA
Official Broadcaster
- AlKass
Social Media Partners:
- 2Connect
- Qommunication
- Socast
GCAT expresses its sincere appreciation for the trust and collaboration of all partners, whose support ensures the delivery of a world-class Championship.
A Celebration of Heritage, Culture, and Excellence
With its combination of elite competition, symbolic entertainment, and a record prize fund, the World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme positions Doha as a global center for Arabian horse excellence.
