A New Era for Arabian Horses: The Global Champions Arabians Tour Arrives in the Americas

Arabian horse enthusiasts across the globe witnessed history unfold as the Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) Americas launched its highly anticipated five-stage circuit, bringing world-class competition, breathtaking elegance, and unprecedented prize money to the Western Hemisphere. The first of these monumental events took place February 18 & 20, 2025, in Scottsdale, Arizona, setting a new standard for Arabian horse shows in the Americas.

A Grand Debut in Scottsdale

Held alongside the 70th edition of the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, the GCAT Americas debut was nothing short of spectacular. The Big City Tent at WestWorld of Scottsdale came alive with electrifying performances that celebrated Western and Latin culture, featuring Native American hoop dancers, a Mariachi band, and traditional Folklorico dancers, all set against a stunning laser light show.

The atmosphere was charged with excitement as some of the finest Arabian horses from across the Americas and beyond competed for $270,000 in prize money and valuable points toward the GCAT Overall Rankings. The Gold, Silver, and Bronze Champions from each category also secured their coveted spots at the 2025 World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme in Doha, Qatar, where they will compete for a €4,000,000 prize pool in December.

GCAT Deputy CEO Sheikh Mohammed bin Nasser Al Thani praised the event, saying, “We’ve been impressed by the caliber of horses showcased at this first stage of the Americas series. The feedback from participants and spectators has been incredibly encouraging. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Americas team for their dedication and hard work, which have made this inaugural stop on the Americas circuit a resounding success.”

Scottsdale Champions Crowned

The first GCAT Americas champions took center stage in Scottsdale, earning their place in history:

• Yearling Filly Champion Sedona AS (Arabian Soul Partners LTD)
• Yearling Colt Champion Calais SVB (Silverbox Southwest LLC)
• Junior Filly Champion Bella Z (PCF Arabians LLC, Cindy McGown or Mark David, Sam Peacemaker, Duke & Renae Mendel) – Highest Score of the Show
• Junior Colt Champion Rhaphael SBA (Stella Bella Arabians LLC)
• Senior Mare Champion Exxaltress (Orrion Farms LLC)
• Senior Stallion Champion Tasheem PMA (Theresa Lungwitz) – Top of Overall Male Rankings

With Andy Sellman leading the handler rankings on 60 points, all eyes now turn to the next thrilling stop on the GCAT Americas Tour.

Next Stop: Miami Beach

The journey continues as GCAT Americas heads to the sun-soaked beaches of Miami, Florida, from April 17-19, 2025. The event promises to be one of the most exclusive and glamorous Arabian horse showcases ever held in the United States, featuring breathtaking oceanfront competition and elite Arabian bloodlines.

The 2025 GCAT Americas Schedule includes:
Scottsdale, Arizona, USA – February 18 & 20 ✅
Miami Beach, Florida, USA – April 17-19
São Paulo, Brazil – July 13-14
Brandon, Manitoba, Canada – August 8-9
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA – September 27-28 (Finals)

Each stage follows GCAT’s innovative five-criteria judging system, ensuring fairness and integrity. At the Las Vegas Finals, the Best Female, Best Male, Best Handler, and Horse of the Tour will be crowned.

GCAT’s Canadian Debut in August

Another highly anticipated stop on the GCAT Americas Tour will be Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, on August 8-9, 2025. Hosted at the renowned Keystone Centre, this marks the first time an international Arabian horse show of this scale will take place in Canada.

With five world-class destinations, $2.7 million in total prize money, and an unparalleled global ranking system, the GCAT Americas Tour is redefining Arabian horse competition in the Western Hemisphere.

Stay tuned to ArabHorse.com for exclusive coverage, photos, and behind-the-scenes moments from each stage of the tour.

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