Doha: Following the successful conclusion of H H The Emir’s Sword International Show Jumping Championships 2016 at Qatar Equestrian Federation’s (QEF) main arena yesterday, United Development Company (UDC), was awarded by Emir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani for its continued support and partnership.
As a leading Qatari public share holding company, United Development Company, for the fourth consecutive year, extended a gold sponsorship to the prestigious event in recognition of its corporate social responsibility initiatives and commitment to serving the development of sports and culture in the State of Qatar for the good of the Qatari community.
In the context of honouring the winning riders and rewarding their season-long efforts and achievements, His Highness, The Emir, also delivered awards to the corporate sponsors of this lavish Arabian race, whose unwavering support makes up the backbone of this successful and much-awaited event.
United Development Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Ibrahim Jassim Al Othman received the award on behalf of the Company.
Commenting on the exciting finale and the recognition of United Development Company, Al Othman said, “We were honoured to be commended by His Highness, the Emir, and also pleased to watch young Qatari horse riders exhibit strength, resilience and chivalry at this tournament’s finale.”
“Traditional sports continue to draw large crowds, which is a testimony to the fact that it inspires younger generations to carry on the legacy of training and horse riding.”
“United Development Company takes pride in investing and supporting major sporting events in the country, particularly equestrian sports, based on the firm belief that this serves to preserve our Arabic roots and Qatari identity,” the United Development Company’s President and CEO said at the occasion.
Placing Qatar firmly on the worldwide equestrian map, H H The Emir’s Sword International Show Jumping Championship continues to offer the spectacle of show jumping at its very best and as such, is always a pleasure to witness the resilience and chivalry exhibited by young Qatari horse riders.
United Development Company has been a long-term sponsor of this event, the company pledges to continue their support towards home-grown tournaments such as H H The Emir’s Sword International Show Jumping Championship, and so to be recognized and awarded for it, is of a great privilege. The Peninsula
