The CSI5* 1m45 class at the Al Shaqab Cup 2026 delivered a fast and high-level competition, where precision and speed proved decisive. It was Qatar’s Bassem Mohammed who took the win, putting the home nation firmly in the spotlight.
CSI5* 1m45
The CSI5* 1m45 class at the Al Shaqab Cup 2026 was won by Bassem Mohammed, who produced the fastest clear round aboard Wathnan Chaccball (Chacco-Blue) in this special two-phase competition. The class, where both speed and accuracy are key, highlighted the strong form of the Qatari riders.
“It was a fast class, and I had a very fast horse. He is still new to me, so I’m very pleased that this is already our second win together. This was also his first five-star class, which makes the result even more special. I’m very happy with the way he is performing, and hopefully we can continue to build on this in the classes ahead.”
Fellow Qatari Faleh Suwead Al Ajami secured second place with Wathnan Quality Street (Obos Quality), making it a one-two finish for the home nation. Third place went to Syria’s Mohamad Mogheeth Alshehab with Saphir Z (Sandro Boy), also delivering a double clear performance.
Fourth place stayed in Qatari hands thanks to Ghanim Nasser Al Qadi with Isis (Bodubai), while Austria’s Gerfried Puck completed the top five aboard Lavisto (Falaise de Muze).
CSI3* 1m50
Kristen Vanderveen secured victory aboard Bull Run’s Mary (Adagio de Talma), delivering a clear round in 63.31 seconds. Her fast and faultless performance proved unbeatable in this faults & time class.
Second place went to South Africa’s Matthew Morrison with Quebec (Comme Il Faut), who also jumped clear but finished in a slower time of 68.17 seconds. Just behind him, Syria’s Mohamad Mogheeth Alshehab claimed third place with Jaguar MS (Inar C), stopping the clock at 68.79 seconds.
