KUWAIT: Al-Sakeb Equestrian Sports Club will organize its first Show Jumping Championship on Friday (8:30 am) at Messila Equestrian Club in Subhan area. Chairman of Al-Sakeb Club Mohammad Al-Mailam said there is a major development in Show Jumping lately due to the declaration of several local clubs - adding that "Sakeb" was the first horse of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH). He rode it during the battle of Uhud.

Chairman of Messila Club Bader Al-Mailam said the championship is being held in partnership with Sakeb Club, adding that he noticed the appearance of new riders both male and female during local championship, competing well in the beginners rounds. Referees committee is headed by Nidhar Al-Mostafa along with Raghad Al-Dabbous, Dalal Al-Obaid and Lama Abdelal. Competitions will be at 70-90, 105, 115, 125 and 135cm heights.