São Paulo Hosts Thrilling GCAT 2025, Celebrating LUGHAN HVP's Senior Stallion Gold Victory

On Monday evening, the 2025 edition of the Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) in São Paulo concluded with a grand celebration. The event crowned LUGHAN HVP, a magnificent horse from Haras Paiquere, as the Senior Stallion Gold Champion. This victory marked a significant moment in the prestigious tournament.

The competition took place at the Helvetia Riding Center in Indaiatuba, becoming the highlight of the Tour's third stop in the Americas for 2025. Over 100 purebred Arabian horses and their handlers participated, drawing an enthusiastic crowd that included VIPs, horse enthusiasts, and guests from around the globe. The event spanned two days, filled with excitement and showcasing the best in international equestrian talent.

2025 São Paulo Stage Highlights

The São Paulo leg of the GCAT not only served as a competitive arena but also as a key qualifying event for the overall Americas ranking. With a substantial prize purse of USD 270,000, winners from this stage moved closer to securing a share of the season's total end-of-season reward of $1.275 million. This prize pot is distributed among the top 20 male and female horses and handlers, including a $50,000 bonus for the highest-scoring horse in the series. Such rewards underscore the GCAT's status as one of the most esteemed and lucrative competitions in Arabian horse sport.

Participants and winners across various categories were celebrated for their outstanding performances. Notably, SEPHORA K from Haras Das Paineiras and LUGHAN HVP from Haras Paiquere took home the Senior Mares and Stallions Gold Championships, respectively. The junior and yearling categories also saw victors from Brazil and Uruguay, highlighting the international scope and competitive spirit of the event.

Deputy CEO of GCAT, Sheikh Mohammed bin Nasser Al Thani, shared his enthusiasm for the São Paulo stage, focusing on its cultural impact and the unity it fostered. He stated, "São Paulo has embraced the spirit of the Global Champions Arabians Tour with energy and elegance." He further emphasized that the event was more than a competition; it was a celebration of cultural excellence and unity that significantly enhanced the Americas Series.

The São Paulo event was distinguished by its vibrant cultural celebrations, including live performances by Brazilian music icons Gilberto Gil and the duo Fernando & Sorocaba. These performances, along with the championship awards ceremony, contributed to a memorable closing of the São Paulo stage. The atmosphere was electric, with guests engaged in music and dance, reflecting the passion and prestige synonymous with the Tour.

The design of the champion blankets for the winning Mare and Stallion was particularly noteworthy, featuring vibrant yellow adorned with tropical birds, flowers, and greenery. This design paid homage to the Arabian breed's strength and the Brazilian spirit, encapsulating the essence of the São Paulo stage.

GCAT expressed gratitude to its sponsors, including Doha Bank, Richard Mille, AlKass, and BYD, for their support. Their partnerships have been crucial in elevating the Tour's global profile and ensuring its continued success. The Tour now looks forward to its next stage in Denver, Colorado, USA, on 8–9 August 2025. This move is part of the journey towards the grand finale, the World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme in Doha, promising more thrilling equestrian action ahead.