Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 In Abu Dhabi Spark Global Equestrian Interest

The Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy will stage the 13th Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 in Abu Dhabi, confirming its status as a major equestrian event. International competitions will run from 13th to 16th January 2026, followed by the national competition on 18th January 2026, with total prize money of AED1 million.

The Cup takes place under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak "Mother of the Nation," Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation. The event is held under the guidance and supervision of Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who chairs the Academy’s Board, as well as Abu Dhabi Ladies Club and Al Ain Ladies Club.

The international segment of the Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 will be hosted at Al Forsan International Sports Resort in Abu Dhabi. Elite male and female riders will compete across five categories and 22 classes. The national ladies competition will follow on 18th January 2026 at The Royal Stables in Abu Dhabi, designed to mirror international event standards.

Total prize money for all contests at the Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 stands at AED1 million. This financial pool covers both the international and national ladies championships and supports a diverse field of local and global entries. The strong prize structure also helps attract leading riders and high-quality horses to Abu Dhabi.

The Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 is recognised as one of the region’s key show jumping gatherings, drawing top horses and riders from many countries. The event strengthens Abu Dhabi’s status as a regional centre for show jumping and a regular stop on the international equestrian calendar, supported by advanced facilities and technical arrangements.

By hosting the Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026, the UAE, and Abu Dhabi in particular, reinforces its profile as a world-class location for equestrian sport. The championship is organised to align with high organisational and technical criteria, which supports the country’s broader aim to become a preferred venue for major global sports events.

Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 and women’s sports development

The Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy views the Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 as central to its long-term strategy for women’s sport. The Academy aims to empower female athletes, widen access to equestrian disciplines, and create pathways for professional careers. This approach reflects the UAE’s wider focus on sport as a sustainable development sector.

The national ladies championship within the Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026 targets the growth of Emirati riders through a structured and professional environment. The competition offers local riders experience under conditions similar to major regional and international events. The aim is to refine skills, build competitive readiness, and support participation in high-level future championships.

Running alongside the Fatima Bint Mubarak International Show Jumping Cup 2026, an Abu Dhabi Equestrian Festival will offer equestrian retail stands, dining options and family-focused activities. The festival will feature interactive workshops for children, supporting wider community engagement with equestrian sport and giving visitors additional reasons to attend across the championship days.

With inputs from WAM