FBMA International Show Jumping Cup to return to Abu Dhabi in March

Denzil Pinto 11:21 05/02/2018
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  • Witness some of the best show jumpers and enjoy a wide variety of fun activities for free as the annual Fatima Bint Mubarak Academy (FBMA) International Show Jumping Cup returns next month at Al Forsan International Sports Resort.

    Running from March 1 to 3, this year will be the fifth edition and is expected to see an increased interest from international equestrian communities and higher participation numbers than previous years.

    More than 120 participants are expected to flock to the Abu Dhabi venues and compete in various categories (CSIL2*, CSIYH1* incl. 8YO, CSICH-a and CSJI-A) in their bid of winning some fantastic prizes.

    On top of seeing the action, organisers FBMA, are bringing back the very popular Equestrian Village, a fun family zone that consists of equestrian themed games for kids, pony rides, a market and a variety of food and beverage options.

    Since launching in 2013, the FBMA International Show Jumping Cup has gone from strength to strength, enjoying significant regional and international recognition.

    Beginning as a ladies-only event, the competition expanded in 2016 to include categories for men and children. With the tournament growing rapidly, the fourth edition of the Cup attracted 117 riders from 25 nations as well as becoming an established family event to attend.

    And this year is set to be no different. Highlighting Abu Dhabi’s international contribution and commitment to sporting events in the UAE, it enhances the overall vision of FMBA to encourage Emirati women to live a healthy and active lifestyle.

    Aiming to instill the values of sport in the local community, the event hosts a large number of local talent and aspires to increase Emirati women’s participation in sporting events.

    The three-day free to attend event is held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the UAE General Women’s Union, Supreme Chairperson of Family Development Foundation and Chairwoman of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and directives from H.H. Sheikha Fatima Bint Hazza Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairwoman of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy and president of the Abu Dhabi and the Al Ain ladies clubs.

    What: FBMA International Show Jumping Cup
    Where: Al Forsan International Sports Resort
    When: March 1 to 3
    Contact: For more information, visit www.fbma.ae

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