Stade des Hespérides to Host Fourth Stage of this Elite Tour The Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) is delighted to announce its arrival in the iconic city of Cannes on 11-12 June for the fourth stage of this world-renowned series. Known for its luxurious charm and breath-taking vistas, Cannes offers an exquisite setting for showcasing the splendour and grace of Arabian horses. The GCAT is a premier series that celebrates the beauty and heritage of purebred Arabian horses, who will stand before a panel of 20 esteemed judges from all over the world to be evaluated on a set of five criteria ..read more

S² International Productions are delighted to announce their principle project for 2024 – The Sigi Siller Story. Written by S² International Productions founders, Scott Benjamin and Samantha Mattocks, this book is being produced in conjunction with Sigi’s family – daughter Janina Merz and son, Benni Merz. The founder of Om El Arab and the Estopa influence, Sigi was instrumental in creating the golden cross, universally adored around the world today. From greats such as El Shaklan, Sanadik el Shaklan and Om El Shahmaan to Janina’s continuation of the programme today with the $1.55 million ..read more

It is with great sadness that we share the news that Bill Gore has passed away. A true British showing icon, Bill was well known and well loved on the circuit. His daughter, Katie, has followed in his shoes as a trainer and now a judge, and the family had the incredible experience of their stallion, Arimathea (Makisa Adaggio x Misteeqa by G Iridis) taking the Ridden Purebred Arab title at last weekend’s Royal Windsor Horse Show. Although unable to attend, this final victory would prove to be the perfect lap of honour for Bill, a truly lovable gentleman of the breed. Bill with wife, Heather, a ..read more

At the Arabian Breeders’ World Cup in March, all eyes were on one yearling filly. One of the youngest horses in the show, not yet a full year in age, Al Noor Miralena represented the hopes and dreams of her breeder, Sherry Conrads. Leaving the show with two titles to her name – including that of unanimous Emirates Global Cup Supreme Filly Champion – it was clear a superstar had been born. https://www.thearabianmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/N.208-AL-NOOR-MIRALENA-Arabian-Breeders-World-Cup-Emirates-AHGC-AWC-Junior-Fillies-1-Year-of-Age-Class-101.mp4 Sherry’s story is one full of hopes ..read more

In a collaborative spirit, the organising committees of the Global Champions Arabians Tour and CENECA, the esteemed organisers of the World Arabian Horse Championships, have reached a mutual agreement to adjust the 2024 tour schedule, specifically by not including the Paris stage in this year’s events. This decision was made after thoughtful and comprehensive discussions, ensuring alignment with our shared vision and goals for the Global Champions Arabians Tour as well as for the World Arabian Horse Championship. Our teams conducted detailed evaluations, and, upon considering various essential ..read more

As The Arabian Magazine enters its 20th year, attention turns to the next print edition of The Arabian Breeders’ Magazine. A true coffee-table publication, focusing on breeders  and Arabian horses across the world, this beautiful edition will be out in June in time for the Cannes edition of the Global Champions Arabians Tour. To book your space in this award-winning publication, be it editorial or advertising, please contact info@thearabianmagazine.com. For more from The Arabian Breeders’ Magazine, click here. The post The Arabian Breeders’ Magazine Special Edition 2024 appeared first on ..read more

The makers of SPILLERS are celebrating the long-awaited arrival of Spring by giving horse owners the chance to win two tickets to the legendary Badminton Horse Trials, held 8-12 May 2024, together with three bags of SPILLERS low-calorie fibre horse feed. “It’s been a wet and challenging winter for many horse owners in the UK and we want to welcome the long-awaited arrival of Spring with an uplifting giveaway,” said Sarah Nelson, Product Manager at Mars Horsecare, home of the SPILLERS brand. “What better way than to offer tickets to the wonderful Badminton Horse Trials. “With the weather w ..read more

A new survey conducted by the makers of SPILLERS earlier this year has confirmed the UK’s loyalty and passion for senior horses and ponies. The survey was completed by more than 5,000 owners and carers earlier this year. The results mirror the findings of the feed brand’s 2022 survey, reiterating just how much the nation loves their precious equine oldies. Longevity: 37% of respondents have horses aged 25 years or older, with 65% considering their horses to be classed as senior at 20+ years. The results are helping the feed company understand how they can continue to best support seniors nutri ..read more

From The Arabian Breeders’ Magazine Collectors’ Edition 2023.  Jade Hateley’s childhood dream came true in October last year as she won the prestigious title of Ridden Arab of the Year at the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) in the UK. Samantha speaks to Jade about Cipriana, the gelding who took her to the top of the world. “I feel absolutely elated to win the Horse of the Year Show,” says Jade. “This has been a dream since I was a child. I absolutely love HOYS, and I always feel so lucky to be riding there. This year was just a dream.” Under the spotlights, with all eyes upon them, Jade’s ..read more

In February 2024, Gerzanne Arabian Stud was inducted into the Australasian Arabian Breeders Coalition and we are honoured to share their story here in TheArabianMagazine.Com.  An icon of Australasian breeding, Gerzanne Stud was the first straight Egyptian breeding farm in New Zealand. Founded in 1966 by Sue Spratt, the farm is run with her long-time friend Bev Jones, who came as a manager for the farm’s kiwi harvest one summer and stayed. Sue Spratt (centre) with Bev Jones and Gerzanne Arabian Stud’s North Island Championships Champion Purebred SS Tifla Like so many around the world, the ..read more