Chi Al Shaqab announces The St Regis Doha as exclusive hospitality partner

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AL SHAQAB has announced The St. Regis Doha, as its hospitality partner for the prestigious international equestrian competition, CHI AL SHAQAB, taking place at AL SHAQAB from 2 – 4 March 2017.

The St. Regis Doha will offer a special hotel package for CHI AL SHAQAB 2017 starting from QR2,150 per night including a luxury stay in a Superior Room, daily breakfast at Vine. Guests will also enjoy exclusive access to the three-day event in the VIP tent, on the first floor balcony as well as VIP transfers to AL SHAQAB.

“It is our honour to have The St Regis on board for the fifth edition of CHI AL SHAQAB” said Omar Al Mannai, Event Director, CHI AL SHAQAB. “Visitors and participants will be in excellent hands staying at The St. Regis Doha, one of Doha’s finest hotels. We look forward to welcoming the public to one of the most prestigious events on the international equestrian calendar. The annual event serves to celebrate the rich Arabian equine heritage and promote Qatar as an international sporting destination,”

CHI AL SHAQAB is one of only four international annual equestrian competitions worldwide that showcases three or more equestrian disciplines in one event. The competition will see top-ranking local, regional and international riders compete in Show Jumping CSI 3*and 5*, Dressage CDI 5*, and Para-Dressage CPEDI 3* at AL SHAQAB’s state-of-the-art facility.

Mr Tareq Derbas, Area General Manager Lebanon, Syria, Pakistan, Iran and Iraq, and General Manager of The St. Regis Doha said; “We are extremely delighted to partner with CHI AL SHAQAB this year. This significant collaboration recognizes the brand’s illustrious heritage, as well as the passion for its guests: speed, sport, family, fun and more. Jumping, dressage and para-dressage is undoubtedly a thrilling combination of courage, speed and history. Visitors will enjoy the traditions and elegance that surrounds this historic sport, as well as the sheer skill and athleticism of the riders whilst also being able to enjoy the signature features of The St. Regis Doha”

For more information about The St. Regis Doha, or to make a reservation, please contact the hotel directly at telephone (974) 4446 0000, via email at [email protected] or online at www.stregis.com

This year’s event holds special significance since for AL SHAQAB, as it marks our 25th anniversary.
By hosting events such as CHI AL SHAQAB 2017, AL SHAQAB supports the Qatar National Vision 2030, which aims to promote Qatar as a premier international sports destination.

There are several ticketing options for interested spectators. Adult general admission is QAR35, and QAR15 for children. VIP tickets include VIP seating on the second floor of the arena, complimentary all-day 5-star catering, exclusive entrance, and VIP valet parking; single-day VIP tickets start from QAR1,000 for adults and QAR500 for children. Three-day VIP packages are also available, at QAR2,500 for adults and QAR1,250 for children. For tickets, please visit www.q-tickets.com

Schedule of Events

Thursday, 2^nd March

9:30 am: Jumping CSI 3*, outdoor arena

10:30 am: Para-Dressage CPEDI 3*, indoor arena

12:30 pm: Jumping CSI 3*, outdoor arena

3 pm: Jumping CSI 5*, outdoor arena

5:45 pm: Jumping CSI 5*, outdoor arena

Friday, 3^rd March

8:45 am: Para-Dressage CPEDI 3*, indoor arena

9:30 am: Jumping CSI 3*, outdoor arena

122:45 pm: Jumping CSI 3*, outdoor arena

3 pm: Dressage CDI 5* Grand Prix, indoor arena