Berlin MP triumphs as Global Champions Arabians Tour ends
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The 2018-born grey stallion was handled by Glenn Schoukens, delivering a performance that captivated judges and spectators alike.
The sixth stage of the Tour in the Europe & the Middle East series unfolded at the renowned Longines Tops International Arena in Valkenswaard.
Over three days, more than 100 of the world's finest Arabian horses competed in a venue filled with breeders, sponsors, influencers, VIPs, and fans.
With a total prize purse $1.64 million, of which $1.22 million was allocated to championship classes and $419,000 to qualifiers, Valkenswaard reinforced the GCAT's status as the most prestigious and rewarding series in the history of Arabian horse sport.
'Valkenswaard continues to surprise and inspire,' said Bader M. Al-Darwish, CEO of the Global Champions Arabians Tour. 'We witnessed world-class competition at the epicenter of equestrian sports in the Netherlands.'
The show now moves to London, where the tour will make its much-anticipated UK debut from Aug. 14 to 17 at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
The season's grand finale in Doha, the World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme, is from Dec. 3 to 6.
Championship Winners – Valkenswaard 2025
Yearling Fillies: Gold for VERONICA BV, owned by Al-Shaqab and bred by Bautista Vich Stud, Qatar.
Yearling Colts: Gold for SK KAYAN, owned by Aljumail Stud, Qatar, and bred by Abdulaziz Mohammed A. Almudimigh.
Junior Fillies: Gold for Shahalel Al-Shaqab, owned and bred by Al-Shaqab, Qatar.
Junior Colts: Gold for D Borkan, owned and bred by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud, UAE.
Senior Mares: Gold for Al-Aryam Banafsaj, owned by Ajman Stud – Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al-Nuaimi, bred by Al-Aryam Arabians, Ajman, UAE.
Senior Stallions: Gold for Berlin MP, owned by Hleetan Qatar Stud, bred by Mindy Peters, Qatar.
Championship Points Standings after Valkenswaard
Top Female: Shahalel Al-Shaqab – 120.
Top Male: Berlin MP – 104.
Leading Handler: Glenn Schoukens – 307.
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