Muscat – Omani riders H H Sayyid Loay bin Ghalib al Said and H H Sayyid Ali bin Ghalib al Said have emerged as champions in the highly competitive German Buch Endurance Race. 

This prestigious event, organised by the International Equestrian Federation, serves as a qualifying race for the FEI 2024 World Endurance Championship in Monpazier, France, in September. 

The victory achieved by the two riders marks a significant milestone in their journey towards the World Cup finals. 

While H H Sayyid Loay has only one race remaining to secure a spot in the finals, H H Sayyid Ali faces three qualifying races.

Looking ahead, both riders are set to venture into the much-anticipated 160km Monpazier race in France. This event holds immense importance for the riders, particularly for H H Sayyid Loay, who aims to win it and secure direct qualification for the World Cup.

In the prominent 140km race, H H Sayyid Loay showcased remarkable prowess by securing the first place. Outshining a field of 70 participating knights from Europe across various distances, his exceptional performance earned him well-deserved recognition. Moreover, his brother also demonstrated his skill and determination by clinching victory in the challenging 140km race spanning two days.

Reflecting on their triumph, H H Sayyid Loay expressed satisfaction, stating, “We have successfully overcome a significant stage on our path to the World Cup… yet another milestone lies ahead before reaching the finals. 

“We are fully committed to representing the Sultanate of Oman with pride among the participating nations, as Omani riders have long been having a familiar presence in such esteemed international events.”