The Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) brought its Americas season to a thrilling close in Las Vegas, overcoming the challenge of a severe weather event to deliver a weekend of resilience, elegance, and world-class competition. In front of a captivated and diverse audience, the Finals not only showcased the beauty and prestige of the Arabian horse but also crowned the season’s most prestigious titles, honouring the 2025 Americas award winners.
After a severe weather event struck the GCAT Las Vegas Finals that caused significant damage to the venue on Friday, the competition resumed without a hitch on Saturday. Thanks to the swift, coordinated efforts of event organisers and the unwavering support of the Arabian horse community, the Finals concluded in extraordinary fashion, preserving the prestige, luxury, and elegance that define GCAT.
Horse of the Tour 2025
Tasheem PMA (Taj Raheem × Chiara Luna) with 77 points. Crowning an extraordinary season, Tasheem PMA was honoured as Horse of the Tour 2025, recognised for his commanding performances, elegance, and impact across the Americas series. From his remarkable outings to his unforgettable presence in Las Vegas, Tasheem PMA epitomises the spirit of GCAT.
Best Male
Tasheem PMA – 77 points
SVB Calais (Royal Asad x Caressable NA) – 77 points
Rhaphael SBA (Rhan al Shahania x Aphrodite SBA) – 68 points
In a rare and remarkable outcome, Tasheem PMA and SVB Calais concluded the season tied as Male Overall Champions, each earning 77 points. Both horses finished the season equal in total GCAT points, total championship points, and medal count, reflecting an extraordinary level of consistency and excellence across the Americas season.
The tie was ultimately broken by the highest average score achieved in the qualifying classes, underscoring the razor-thin margin that defined this year’s competition.
Best Female
Sedona AS (Dominic M x CW Sexxi) – 74 points
Vixxen K (Exxalt x Trevala FC) – 62 points
Aria Imara (Ibn Farid x Jiuliana BR) – 61 points
Sedona AS delivered consistent, world-class performances, capturing the Female Champion title with commanding presence and grace in the show arena.
Best Handler
Sandro Pinha – 257 points
Andy Sellman – 229 points
Ricardo Rivero – 216 points
Through outstanding leadership and competitive excellence, Sandro Pinha claimed the Handler title, cementing his reputation as one of the foremost professionals in this discipline.
Unforgettable storyline
Tasheem PMA sealed his legacy by winning both Horse of the Tour and sharing the Best Male title, making his mark as one of the most iconic horses of the Americas series.
SVB Calais matched Tasheem PMA point for point, ensuring the season ended in one of the most dramatic ties in GCAT history.
Sedona AS emerged as a commanding force among the mares, delivering elegance and consistency to secure the Female Champion crown.
Sandro Pinha’s season-long dominance was rewarded with the title of Best Handler, reinforcing his standing at the pinnacle of the sport.
The Las Vegas Finals combined resilience, high stakes, and an unforgettable fan experience, highlighted by a Cirque performance of The Greatest Showman and a show-stopping finale from Meghan Trainor, making it a fitting conclusion to the 2025 Americas season.
Leadership statement
Faleh Al Nasr, Chairman of GCAT, said: “This Las Vegas finale was a true celebration of excellence and resilience, and a befitting closing to our inaugural tour of the Americas. Despite the weather challenges, the Finals shone with the prestige and beauty that define the Arabian horse. We congratulate all the champions, particularly Tasheem PMA, whose performances captured the essence of GCAT 2025.”
Looking ahead
With the Americas season now complete, GCAT turns its focus to the World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme in Doha, Qatar, 5-6 December, where champions from across the globe will converge to compete at the pinnacle of the sport later this year.
Acknowledgments
GCAT extends its deepest gratitude to its partners and sponsors for their unwavering support throughout the 2025 Americas season. Special thanks to our global partners – Qatar Airways, Doha Bank, Richard Mille, as well as our Official Broadcast Partner, Alkass, and our valued local partners in each host city.
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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.
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