Hail:The fifth edition of the Hail International Arabian Horse Show is scheduled to commence next Wednesday, under the patronage of Hail Region Governor Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz. This prestigious four-day event will run until October 31, overseen by the King Abdulaziz Arabian Horse Center, and will feature 281 horses from six countries Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, the UAE, Egypt, and the United States.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the participating horses will compete in beauty show categories, including fillies, colts, mares, and stallions. This year's event has been granted the international B Show classification by the European Conference of Arab Horse Organizations (ECAHO) and will debut a championship category for young foals and fillies to foster Saudi Arabian horse breeding and encourage broader participation among horse owners.

Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Muteb Al-Shammari, emphasized the significance of hosting this international event in Hail annually. He highlighted that the new international classification signifies the success of past editions and the increasing interest in the championship among Arabian horse owners.

Al-Shammari further mentioned that the introduction of the young-horse category is intended to bolster Saudi breeding efforts and its development. This initiative comes amidst a growing international presence and heightened interest among Arabian horse owners and enthusiasts.

Alongside the competition, an exhibition will host exhibitors from outside the region, featuring specialists in equestrian supplies and accessories, as well as antiques and collectibles related to equestrianism, catering to the interests of horse enthusiasts and show visitors.