Some of the world’s most beautiful and valuable Arabian horses will take centre stage in Monaco this week as the Global Champions Arabians Tour makes its debut in the Principality on 9th and 10th July, bringing leading breeders, owners and handlers from across the Middle East, Europe and beyond to Port Hercule.

Launched in 2024, the Global Champions Arabians Tour has rapidly established itself as the premier international championship dedicated exclusively to Purebred Arabian horses. The series visits some of the world’s most prestigious destinations, offering the highest prize money in the sport while promoting excellence in breeding, presentation and competition through a transparent international ranking system.

The Arabian horse is one of the oldest and most influential horse breeds in the world, celebrated for its beauty, intelligence and endurance. For centuries it has been prized throughout the Middle East, where it remains an important symbol of heritage and culture. Today, elite Arabian horses regularly command multi-million-euro valuations, with international competitions attracting many of the sport’s most prominent owners and breeders.

Beyond the arena, visitors in Monaco can explore an event village featuring hospitality lounges, luxury brand activations and exhibitions celebrating the history and legacy of the Arabian horse. The programme has been designed to appeal not only to dedicated equestrian enthusiasts but also to visitors discovering the breed for the first time.

The championship is led by the Global Champions Arabians Tour organisation, headed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Nasser Al Thani, Deputy CEO of the Tour, who has described the series as a platform to elevate Arabian horse sport internationally while preserving the heritage of one of the world’s most celebrated breeds.

The Monaco event forms part of a wider international championship that culminates in an overall season title, with competitors earning points at each stage of the tour. With its spectacular waterfront setting at Port Hercule, the Principality promises one of the most visually striking stops of the 2026 calendar.

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