Arabian horse heritage shines bright in Brazil as the Tour’s Americas series continues to Denver
The 2025 São Paulo edition of the Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) came to a spectacular close on Monday evening with Lughan HVP (HDF Lugano x Princess Marwan HVP), bred by Haras Vila dos Pinheiros and owned by Haras Paiquere, claiming the prestigious Senior Male Gold Championship title.
Held at the Helvetia Riding Center in Indaiatuba, the São Paulo stage marked the third stop of the 2025 GCAT Americas Series. Over two thrilling days, the venue was transformed into an international equestrian showcase welcoming more than 100 purebred Arabian horses and their handlers, alongside an audience of VIPs, horse lovers, and international guests.
With a prize purse of $270,000 US, the São Paulo stage served as a key qualifier for the GCAT Americas overall ranking. Winners advanced in the race to claim part of the $1.275 million in end-of-season prize purse, allocated to the top 20 male and female horses and handlers, with an additional $50,000 bonus for the highest-scoring horse of the Americas Series. The Tour continues to solidify its reputation as the most prestigious and rewarding in Arabian horse sport.
Gold Champions – São Paulo 2025
- Lughan HVP (HDF Lugano x Princess Marwan HVP) Senior Male Champion, bred by Haras Vila dos Pinheiros and owned by Haras Paiquere, Brazil
- Sephora K (Parys K x Sienna Carol) Senior Female Champion, bred by Murilo Kammer and owned by Haras das Paineiras, Brazil
- EFC Chaheer W (Vivaldi al Shawan x Cherrie Yparadise JM) Junior Male Champion, bred by Enrico Carlone and owned by EFC Arabians, Joao Carlos Inserra Milan, Flavia Torres and Rodrigo Lorenzi de Castro, Brazil
- ALK Merlina TE (QR Marc x ALK Madeleine TE) Junior Female Champion, bred and owned by Al Kaisar Stud, Uruguay
- TM Emperor (TM Itaipu x TM Alana) Yearling Colt Champion, bred by Claudia Menicucci Teixeira and owned by Akmal Stud, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Chiarah Serondella (Excalibur EA x Lumiar Elektra) Yearling Filly Champion, bred by Haras Serondella and owned by Al Kaisar Stud, Uruguay, and Royal Arabians, USA
“São Paulo has embraced the spirit of the Global Champions Arabians Tour with energy and elegance,” said Sheikh Mohammed bin Nasser Al Thani, Deputy CEO, Global Champions Arabians Tour. “This stage celebrated more than just competition; it was a vibrant expression of culture, excellence, and unity that truly elevated the Americas Series.”
The first day of the event concluded with a captivating live performance by Brazilian music legend Gilberto Gil, setting the tone for a celebration of culture and artistry. Continuing the momentum, the second day featured vibrant closing entertainment, followed by the official Championship awards ceremony and an electrifying show by renowned Brazilian duo Fernando & Sorocaba, bringing the São Paulo stage to a memorable close.
Guests were immersed in a multisensory experience, from elegant décor and fine Brazilian cuisine to vibrant music and dance. The electrifying atmosphere, filled with swaying lights, dancing guests, and applause, reflected the unity of passion, prestige, and cultural exchange that defines the Tour.
The winning champion mare and stallion received a custom São Paulo champion blanket, vibrant yellow with tropical birds, flowers, and greenery celebrating Arabian strength and the spirit of Brazil.
GCAT extends its deepest appreciation to all sponsors, participants, and the local community for making the São Paulo stage an extraordinary success. This stage was proudly sponsored by Doha Bank, Richard Mille, AlKass, and BYD, whose continued partnership strengthens the Tour’s global reach and reputation for excellence.
The Tour’s Americas Series now moves to its fourth stage in Denver, Colorado, USA, taking place 8-9 August 2025, as the journey toward the season’s grand finale in Doha, the World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme, continues.
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About Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT)
Inaugurated in 2024, the Global Champions Arabians Tour is an exclusive Arabian Horse Championship series, taking place in state-of-the-art venues in iconic locations worldwide, and offers the highest prize money in the sport’s history. Its mission is to promote the uniqueness of Purebred Arabian horses through an international platform, fostering a legacy of excellence, transparency, fairness, and integrity.
