Aqaba:Yemen's national equestrian team is set to compete in the Fifth World Cup for Tent Pegging, commencing tomorrow in Aqaba, Jordan, and running until November 16. The championship, organized by the International Tent Pegging Federation, features teams from ten countries, including Yemen, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, India, Sudan, South Africa, Pakistan, Oman, Qatar, and Jordan.
According to Yemen News Agency, the Yemeni team arrived in Jordan yesterday evening, led by Engineer Yasser Nassar, Vice President of the General Equestrian and Camel Federation. The team comprises five riders, coached by national coach Mohammed Al-Qamli Jalal Al-Yousufi, Abdullah Al-Maghribi, Hamza Al-Yami, Abdulaziz Omar, and Osama Al-Hamzi.
The Assistant Secretary-General of the Federation, Jameel Bishr, emphasized the significance of this international event for Yemeni equestrianism. He highlighted the opportunity it presents to showcase the skills and potential of Yemeni riders among an elite group of international teams. Bishr expressed confidence in the riders' determination and competitive spirit to make a commendable appearance, reflecting the growth of tent pegging in Yemen.
Bishr also noted that representing Yemen in such international championships is a significant responsibility, with the riders acting as ambassadors for their country in global sports forums.
