Under the dazzling lights of one of the world's premier equestrian venues, Al Ajami and the Toulon-mare Wathnan Qapella proved to be the duo to beat. In a high-stakes jump-off that tested both speed and precision, the pair navigated the technical course with a grit that brought the local crowd to its feet.

Al Ajami’s path to the winner’s circle wasn't easy. Entering the second round on a clean sheet, he faced a jump-off field hungry for the podium. Despite catching a rail for 4 faults, Al Ajami’s blistering time of 44.10 seconds was enough to secure the win and the lion's share of the prize pool, taking home €26,500.

“Things came together well for me. I managed to produce a clear round in the first round, and in the jump-off I tried to put pressure on the riders who came after me. In the end, it worked out well and I was able to take first place.”

The Brazilian flag flew high as South American riders locked in the second and third spots. Sérgio Neuppmann Júnior gave the leader a serious run for his money aboard Corina Blue. The pair mirrored Al Ajami’s 4-fault jump-off score but stopped the clock just over a second slower at 45.12 seconds, earning a well-deserved second place and €21,200.

Their compatriot, the ever-consistent Santiago Lambre, rounded out the podium. Riding Zeusz, Lambre showed great form in the initial round but found trouble in the jump-off, finishing with 8 faults in 48.49 seconds. The third-place finish added €15,900 to his season earnings.