DOHA (Qatar): The Social & Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) and the Commercial Bank Qatar are both ‘committed’ to the development of equestrian sport and are ready to support young riders.
“We believe that Daam’s support and commitment to the development of horsemanship in Qatar will play a role in encouraging young riders to pursue a passion for equestrian sport,” said Ahmad Al Ali, Program Manager of Daam, at a press conference to launch the Commercial Bank CHI AL SHAQAB 2021 Presented by Longines.
Al Shaqab, a member of Qatar Foundation, is organizing the event for the eighth time.
The much-anticipated event, which takes place from February 25-27 at the Longines Arena at Al Shaqab, will feature riders in the Olympic disciplines of showjumping, dressage, and para dressage.
“Daam is delighted to be involved in this world-class event. Daam’s vision is to make a positive difference in the community by supporting social and sports activities such as CHI AL SHAQAB, in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030,” he added.
Commercial Bank is the Title Sponsor; Longines is the Presenting Partner; ExxonMobil is the Main Sponsor; and Daam is the Supporter of the event.
Hussein Ali Al Abdulla, EGM & Chief Marketing Officer, Commercial Bank, said Commercial Bank is part of Qatar vision to be an international sporting hub.
“Commercial Bank appreciates the importance of sports in the social and economic development of Qatar, and we are committed to supporting Qatar’s vision to be an international sporting hub,” Al Abdulla said.
Another Commercial Bank official Joseph Abraham, Group CEO, said the bank is happy to be a part of Qatar’s sporting growth.
“Commercial Bank is pleased to play our part in Qatar’s sporting success story and to support Qatar’s national vision of being a world-class sports venue through our sponsorship of this premier competition,” Abraham said.
A star-studded cast of 85 riders from 27 countries will compete in the three-day world-class international equestrian competition.
Sweden’s Peder Fredrickon, ranked number four in the FEI Longines Jumping Rankings, headlines the riders’ list, while Olympians and former CHI AL SHAQAB winners Edwina Tops-Alexander (Australia) and Scott Brash (Great Britain) are also in Doha.
