UAE’s Al Kitbi and Moheeba crowned Young Horse World champions

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12 September 2026
Author: Bella Fricker

The Barroca d’Alva equestrian estate in Alcochete (POR) staged an impressive display of horsemanship, tactical pacing and equine endurance at the FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Horses 2026.

Setting a fierce but calculated tempo, Salem Hamad Saeed Malhoof Al Kitbi (UAE) guided the Spanish-bred mare Moheeba to the Individual title while also leading his nation to Team gold. The pair completed the 120km course at an average speed of 23.764km/h.

Al Kitbi and Moheeba arrived in Portugal with proven form, having previously claimed victory in their qualifier at Loubejac (FRA) at an average speed of 19.9km/h. Al Kitbi – already an accomplished international championship medallist with Individual gold, Individual silver and Team gold medals to his name – reaffirmed his affinity for the Portuguese terrain, having also won the Barroca d’Alva test event in 2025...

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