Doha: Qatar Equestrian Federation (QEF) gives significant priority to investment in human capital as a core pillar for the future of Qatari sports, said HE Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee for the Qatar Equestrian Tour (Longines Hathab), Sheikh Ahmed bin Nouh Al-Thani, speaking on the margins of the launch of competitions of the ninth Longines Hathab at the QEF's indoor arena, last Thursday.

According to Qatar News Agency, His Excellency highlighted that these tours form one of the key pillars in the QEF's strategy to build a robust base for equestrian sport through exploring and refining national talent to be fully primed for both regional and global participation, in alignment with Qatar's sport aspirations that manifest the federation's commitment to supporting riders and upgrading their competitive levels domestically and internationally.

QEF gives foremost attention to horse owners, as they represent a pivotal part of the system of this sport, through providing conditions for training, as well as sophisticated facilities and highly trained administrative and coaching manpower, he said.

His Excellency added that the federation is working diligently to advance infrastructure and the accompanying services to ensure meritorious participation across a variety of categories.

Longines Hathab is one of the most renowned sports in Qatar, which primarily aims to advance the equestrian level in the nation through presenting a world-class competitive platform that offers participants the chance to hone their skills, in addition to forging partnerships among the local entities concerned with this sport.

Organized in partnership with Al Shaqab, the tournament is set to continue until May 2026, across 14 tours.