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January 28 2022
ALULA: Stars from the sport of endurance have landed in Saudi Arabia in preparation for the Fursan Cup 2022 on Jan. 29.
More than 200 riders from more than 30 countries will contest the 120 km ride, which will be staged in the historic AlUla region on Saturday, Jan. 29.
Among those competing in the across-the-desert landscape is Carmine Villani, the World No.1 in the FEI rankings in 2020.
Villani, who represents Great Britain, said: “AlUla for me is really like riding in the Grand Canyon — one of the most beautiful places in the world with sand and cliffs. It’s magical.”
The event is a thorough test of skill and stamina for riders and horses alike. With four loops, the ride takes eight hours on average to complete...
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