The Elite Ramadhan Show Jumping Competition, organised by Elite Show at the Olympic Arena of Al Rahba Farm in the Wilayat of Barka under the supervision of the Oman Equestrian and Racing Association, concluded with participation of more than 100 horses from various government cavalry units and private stables across five categories. The competition saw intense competition in a Ramadhan atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and excitement. The event was sponsored and supported by Nama Water Services, Liva Insurance, and several private sector institutions. It was attended by Sayyid Munthir bin Saif al Busaidy, Chairman of Oman Equestrian and Racing Association, along with several board members and representatives from participating units and stables.
In Category (C) of 120 cm Jump Height category, 12 horses competed and Barbara Marta on Caster from Al Said Stables took First place. In the Category (D) at 110 cm Jump Height, a total of 16 horses participated and Sultan bin Saif al Foori on Bassam from Royal Cavalry claimed the First place award. At Category (E) for 100 cm Jump Height featured 21 horses and Rashid bin Amer al Mashaykhi on Raad from Royal Oman Police won the first place award. At Category (F) of 90 cm Jump Height, a total of 34 horses competed and Wafaa bint Rashid al Housniyah on Jatha from Royal Oman Police clinched the top place. At Beginner Category of 70 cm Jump Height, a total of 30 horses vied for the top places with 10 riders successfully completing the round with no errors.
At the end of each round, the top riders were honoured, with a victory lap on horseback to celebrate their achievements. The final awards were presented by Sayyid Munthir bin Saif al Busaidy, Chairman of Oman Equestrian and Racing Association.
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