Abdel Saïd sensationally won the Longines Grand Prix of Doha today. He did so in the saddle of Bonne Amie (by Ad A Big Boy): "Last year I sometimes had some trouble with her in the barrages but I feel she has become a bit more 'mature'," said the brand-new Grand Prix winner afterwards.
“I am really delighted with her, she’s an incredible horse but she’s a sensitive big lady. I struggled a little in the jump-offs last year, I would maybe override her a little or not ride with enough feeling… but today it felt as though she matured and grew with some small changes and I am really thrilled that it came together today, she truly deserves this win.”
Abdel’s victory secured him the first coveted spot in the LGCT Super Grand Prix at the GC Playoffs held in Riyadh later this year. Clearly filled with emotion after his triumph he smiled: “To be here in this incredible venue at Al Shaqab is an incredible feeling - a mix of the hospitality, the venue, the organization by the team at Global Champions, it couldn’t be a better time for it all to come together.”
Source: Press Release