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For the last 20 years
at least some part of my year
has been spent in the Middle
East; perhaps a week, sometimes
up to a month. Looking back
at all of it I am filled with
a sense of appreciation. The
honor that has been bestowed
upon me by the people of this
region is something that I
will be forever grateful.
This year, I have been fortunate
enough to have already made
two journeys eastward. First,
to the Al Khalediah show where
one of the most spectacular
shows has ever been staged.
The staff of Prince Khaled
Bin Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz
did everything they could
to insure that this inaugural
event was top notch. The horses
were great and Michael Byatt
Arabians was pleased to have
been present, both showing,
but also having our breeding
and marketing program represented.
Our home bred filly Sara Al
Mohammadiah (Marwan Al Shaqab
x ZT Maghan) was named the
Champion filly in a very competitive
field. Not only did we breed
her but Prince Abdullah allowed
me the honor of presenting
her. Baanderos, another super
star by Marwan, was the Reserve
Champion colt, who I also
had the pleasure of handling.
In late February we were off
to Qatar to participate in
the Qatar International Show.
This was the most competitive
show in Qatar for the last
several years. The great show
strings from the UAE and Saudi
arrived in top order. At the
end of the day it was Al Shaqab
that ruled the day! The living
legend, Al Adeed Al Shaqab
was named the Champion for
an unprecedented 4th time.
This was an emotional win
as the citizens of Qatar turned
out in force to see the home
bred World Champion return
from years abroad. In his
class, where he earned the
highest score of the show,
the public surrounded him
to have their photos taken
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The mare championship
also went to Al Shaqab, with
the highly decorated Venetzia
taking the honor. The field
of mares was outstanding with
champions from all over the
world participating. Michael
Byatt Arabians is extremely
proud of this great show horse
as she debuted in the mare
division. Many around the
world know her from her strong
showings in the filly division.
In taking this championship
she won her class with the
highest score of all females
and earning 6 20's.
Michael Byatt Arabians was
also pleased to have marketed
Abha Al Shaqab for our dear
friend Marieta Sales to our
friends at Al Shaqab. She
earned a win in her class
plus the Reserve Championship
in the Filly division. In
addition, Marieta was represented
with Abha Myra who was second
to Venetzia by a slim margin.
This 4 - 6 year old mare class
was a one-two punch for Al
Shaqab!
Congratulations to all the
people that were behind the
scenes making sure these shows
went well. Mention must be
made of Mario Gallagher, the
head trainer at Al Khaeldiah.
While their trainers, myself
included, get all the fun
of showing their great horses,
it is Mario who does all the
day to day work, training
and conditioning. He is simply
one of the best in the world.
Also, to Willy Oppen, Giacomo
Cappaci, and Robin Riverie
- those that make the wheels
keep rolling at Al Shaqab.
And of course to all the owners
- that you for the privilege!
Now, back to the UAE next
week for another wonderful
2 weeks.
Michael Byatt |
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2007 Salon Du Cheval
There is no better way for me to end an action packed show year than to be in Paris, for the World Championships, each December. Paris is an amazing city any time of the year but especially glorious near the holiday season. The World Championships are in a fitting location and the show never disappoints.
After the great year we had, where we enjoyed seeing our horses triumph from one end of the globe to the other, we were especially hopeful that Paris would end as the year began. And again, we were not disappointed!
 Philip Hosay, his team, and the Al Khalediah Family arrived in Paris with several representatives from the Michael Byatt Arabians marketing program. The headliner, Dakharo, acquired from MBA in 2005, was the leading contender for the stallion championship, winning major titles throughout the year. But in his way was the glamorous entry from the Ajman Stud, Escape Ibn Navarrone � a former World Champion. On Sunday, the air thick with excitement, the anticipation excruciating, the announcement was made, Dakharo, was named the World Champion Stallion!
 Another proud moment for Michael Byatt Arabians was when a Dakharo daughter was named World Champion Filly, that being Layyan Al Khalediah. It is a goal we strive for; sell great horses that can win in the show, but breed great horses as well. Dakharo as World Champion Stallion and Layyan as the World Champion Filly proved our vision!
MBA also was honored to have marketed and presented the Reserve World Champion Filly, Venetzia, for Al Shaqab � out friends from Qatar. Venetzia had a great year leading up to the World Championships winning titles in Doha, Menton, Borgloon, and Aachen.
In the colt division two sons of Marwan Al Shaqab took the Championship and Reserve spots � Marajj and Marquis respectively. Marajj was beautifully presented by Scott Allman for Shk Mohammed al Qasimi. There is no better sportsman that Shk Mohammed and we congratulate him on this wonderful win. Marquis, a big winner year after year, selected by Michael Byatt Arabians for Al Khaledia as a yearling had a great run � winning the preliminaries and taking the second spot in the final round. Congratulations to all parties!
2007 was the best year ever for Michael Byatt Arabians. Starting with Scottsdale where MBA presented the Supreme Champion, Aria Impressario, to the World Championships, where we witnessed Dakharo�s triumph we are thankful to everyone who believed in our program and represented us so well. We wish safe travels, great health, and happiness to all.
~ Michael Byatt Arabians
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 Coming to Michael Byatt Arabians
EKS Bey El Gazal, by Marwan Al Shaqab and out of Starbright Bey by Gazal Al Shaqab, has been a South African National Champion. He has recently been purchased by Jeff and Robyn McGlinn and will be coming to Michael Byatt Arabians. He will stand to a limited number of mares in 2008.
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 ZT Maghan
We congratulate Jeff and Robyn McGlinn, and manager Todd Buckley, on their purchase of the magnificent ZT
Maghan.
In 2007 ZT Maghan blessed us with three outstanding fillies,
one each by Gazal, Marwan, and Al Adeed. Each of the three fillies have sold and have traveled to new homes in Qatar and Saudi Arabia. We look forward to the new additions expected in 2008 for this superstar mare!
She is expecting two foals by Marwan Al Shaqab.
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November 2007
Although it would be my 9th overseas trip for the year, when I boarded the plane for Cairo, it was with a lot of excitement. I love Egypt. I love Cairo; it is a city of enormous problems but one which also has enormous appeal. So, once again, I was off to Cairo – happy and looking forward to the week. A historic location and working for great friends from Al Khalediah, what was not to be happy about?
For reasons not totally apparent to me, (there is no mass advertising about the show anywhere) the show is a packed Event. Stands and seating surround 3 sides of the arena and there is standing room only. And they do not only sit and stand, they clap and cheer, and bang on the bleachers. The applause is enthusiastic and loud and not just for one camp – it is for whatever horse the individual likes. (unless we are talking about Raouf Abbas – he seems to like every horse and is enthusiastic about all of them!) The fun is on!
 Michael Byatt Arabians was well represented in all areas; breeding, showing and marketing. We are honored to be so well represented by our friends from Saudi Arabia. Invited to present several horses, MBA had the pleasure of exhibiting the Champion Stallion and Mare, as well as the Champion colt and Reserve in the fillies. A little more about each; F Shamaal, bred by the Friedman family, has won everywhere, and he won big here in Cairo – Champion Stallion! In addition to his title at the Cairo International, he was Reserve at the World Championships (shown by Frank Sponle) plus Senior Champion at this year’s Egyptian Event when shown by Michael Byatt. Champion Mare was the Dakar El Jamaal daughter, Kharelle. Kharelle was selected by Michael as a yearling for HH Prince Fahd bin Sultan bin Abdul Aziz. 
The Champion colt was Warad Al Khalediah, pictured at right, is by the straight Egyptian stallion, Thee Ricochett, a stallion selected for Prince Khaled by Michael Byatt. Warad was also this years Junior Champion and Supreme Champion Stallion at the Egyptian Event in Lexington, Kentucky. Reserve in the filly division was won by Ghariyat Al Khalediah. Ghariyat is out of another youngster selected for Prince Khaled by Michael Byatt, this being Faa’Ina, a daughter of ZT Faa’IQ.
From horses we bred, to horses we marketed, and those horses that we just had the fun of showing, this annual Event in Cairo was great fun to be a part of and a great success for Michael Byatt Arabians. We look forward to a return trip to Egypt and to see our friends in this part of the world again, soon, and often.
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U.S. Nationals: 2007
Decades ago a conscious decision was made that Michael Byatt Arabians would focus time, energy, and resources on breeding great Arabian horses. We studied, made decisions about what we wanted, and tuned in to the aesthetic traits that we desired in our horses. Our vision was implemented and has since become reality. The story of Kajora and Anaza El Farid has been told over and over. The subsequent birth of Gazal Al Shaqab was, and is, one of the most important contributions that have ever been made to the breed. Any great success takes the efforts and dedication of many; this one is no exception. Without the influence of Shk Hamad Bin Ali Al Thani and Al Shaqab the true impact of this phenomenon would never have been known. It is also through the trust of great friends Fran and Gene Haskin, who had they not been there when we wanted Kajora, the story would be vastly different. In addition no story would be complete of the Michael Byatt Arabians success without mention of Ray and Nora Tatum. It is through their participation so many important horses have come into our lives. We thank each of them.
Had these events never taken place the landscape of the Arabian horse scene would be dramatically different. It is with enormous satisfaction that we are able to witness the impact the Michael Byatt Arabians program is making on the world scene. It is also in concert with all the dedicated breeders from the United States and around the world that we reflect on the U.S. Nationals in 2007.
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We congratulate United States National Champions:
- Aria Impressario, by Marwan Al Shaqab
U.S. National Champion Yearling Colt - see further story at end
- Marhabbah, by Marwan Al Shaqab
U.S. National Champion Futurity Colt - see further story at end
- Star of Marwan, by Marwan Al Shaqab
U.S. National Champion Futurity Filly
- Emandoria, by Gazal Al Shaqab
U.S. National Champion Junior Mare
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Reserve National Champions:
- WH Patriot, by Marwan Al Shaqab
Reserve National Champion Yearling Colt
- NYN Hisani, by Marwan Al Shaqab
Reserve National Champion Futurity Colt
- Megga Starr, By Besson Carol
Reserve National Champion Junior Western Pleasure
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Top Ten winners:
- Alisson, by Besson Carol, Top Ten Junior Mare
- Marwana HBV, by Marwan Al Shaqab, Top Ten Yearling Filly
- JRA Azul, by Gazal Al Shaqab, Top Ten Yearling Colt
- WH York, by Marwan Al Shaqab, Top Ten Yearling Colt
- Marwan Al Magnificoo, by Marwan Al Shaqab, Top Ten Yearling Colt
- Stival, by Gazal Al Shaqab, Top Ten Yearling Colt
- Giddeonn TO, by Marwan Al Shaqab, Top Ten Yearling Colt
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Two winners on this list require further story telling
The U.S. National Champion Yearling Colt, Aria Impressario, and the U.S. National Champion Futurity Colt, Marhabbah. Our story is not just about these colts but about their mothers and the people behind them.
Aria Impressario is a son of GC Echlectica, a wonderful mare bred and owned by Gerry Canda. For her show life "Lexie" has been managed by Gerry's brother Joey. As everyone in the Arabian horse world knows, Joey is one of the best English Pleasure trainers in the business; but he is also a very astute breeder, like his brother. Michael Byatt Arabians was honored to have been asked to show GC Echlectica for the Canda's and during the time she was shown she was; Scottsdale Champion Mare, U.S. Reserve National Champion Futurity Filly and several times Top Ten. When her first child was born both the Canda's agreed that Michael Byatt was to be given the first right of selling him. The friendship meant more than anything. Michael arranged the sale to the Sloan family and the first outing culminated with Aria Impressario being named Junior Champion and Supreme Champion at Scottsdale. From there Andy Sellman took over the job, still with the assistance and direction of the Canda family and the Sloans, and more accolades followed; Region 9 Champion and now U.S. National Champion.
Like the story of Gazal, the story of Shalina El Jamaal has been one of our favorites. When Lucy Whittier acquired the mare Shahlina from us in 1996 Lucy allowed us to continue to be in her life and the life of the mare Shahlina. Through this relationship, the decision to breed her mare to Parys El Jamaal was made. The subsequent birth of her filly was a great moment. At a few weeks of age Lucy sold Shalina El Jamaal to Michael Byatt Arabians and Fran and Gene Haskin. Later, she was marketed once again and Michael Byatt Arabians continued to show Shalina for the new owners, winning important titles such as; Scottsdale Champion Mare and well as U.S. National Champion Mare. When it came time to breed Shalina the choice was easy; she would be bred to her stable mate Marwan Al Shaqab. The resulting foal was purchased at 4 days of age by Michael Byatt Arabians and Roger and Stephanie McMahon. As a yearling, Marhabbah was purchased from MBA by a group managed by Chris Ankerson.
The rest is history - Marhabbah became the 2007 U.S. National Champion Futurity Colt.
Both of these colts represent a lifetime of effort on many peoples part. We are very pleased and proud to have played the role in not only them, but their mothers as well. It is equally important to have shared this experience with long time friends and families.
We look forward to the next chapter.
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International Sales
Congratulations to Prince Abdullah bin Fahad Al Saud of Al Mohamadiah Stables on your purchase of these three exceptional horses and thank you for choosing Michael Byatt Arabians.
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 Coming to America in 2008!
Urbino, by Alfabia Damascus, Owned by Jabar,
Ltd and Michael Byatt Arabians, will be arriving in the Spring of 2008.
Watch for this dramatic and exciting colt!
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 Wedding at Michael Byatt Arabians
On Saturday, September 8th, we gathered at Michael Byatt Arabians to witness and honor the wedding of David and Amanda. David, a native of Namibia, and Amanda from Iowa met while working in New Ulm for Michael Byatt.
Today, with great excitement (and a touch of sadness from everyone at Michael Byatt Arabians) they depart Michael Byatt Arabians for their next chapter in life. Together, they will return to Namibia, accompanied by their beautiful daughter Savannah, to join David's father in his business, part of which is breeding Arabian Horses.
Before arriving in Namibia the couple will enjoy a few weeks in Europe which will include the Salon Du Cheval and an extra week to enjoy Paris.
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I have rarely encountered two people with such dignity and morality. They will be much missed. I wish them great successes in their life and will enjoy watching their path. As we bid goodbye on this September day, I look back with such appreciation that you both walked through my door.
~ Michael Byatt
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 Congratulations to Elksun Arabians
Congratulations to Willie Brown and Elksun Arabians, of Capetown, South Africa, on his purchase of 3 outstanding youngsters from our good friend Marieta Salas of Ses Planes, Spain.
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Richter MH wins at the 2007 European Egyptian Event
Congratulations to Al Khaled Farm on Richter's win at the European Egyptian Event.
We thank Sheikh Khaled Ahmed Bagedo, of Cairo, Egypt, for selecting Michael Byatt Arabians as agent for the purchase of Richter and wish them future success. |
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 Michael Byatt Arabians, proud to have horses competing in Europe!
Borgloon, Belgium - second leg of the Dubai World Cup, and host to the Elran Cup, is set alongside a 17th century castle surrounded by lush fields and orchards. Here on the emerald green carpets of closely cropped grass, competitors vie for important points which accumulate towards a total prize package of 4 million dollars, awarded in Dubai 2008.
Earlier this summer, In Menton, France, the first stage of the Dubai Cup, the winners were Venetzia for fillies, Marquis for colts, Om El Shadina for mares, and Dakharo for stallions. As we have noted before it is with special pride that each of these champions at one time in their lives called Michael Byatt Arabians their home. All of these great champions were once again present for the Borgloon show, where wins would greatly enhance their chances of their ultimate goal; the 1 million dollar prize for each category. Also in attendance in Borgloon were most of the reserve champions in Menton, Layan Al Khalediah in the filly division, Mardigras in the colts, Magora for mares, and Eternity Ibn Navaronne in the stallions.
 The first class was the yearling fillies and was won by the Al Shaqab entry, Adhaba Al Shaqab. Adhaba is by Marwan Al Shaqab and a full sister to the recently crowned Canadian National Champion, Star of Marwan. Second was Layan Al Khaledia, by Dakharo, and owned by HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz. (This placing is a reverse from Menton).
Michael Byatt Arabians is also pleased to have sold the 4th and 5th place fillies in the yearling class, making 4 of the 5 top spots horses that were influenced by the marketing of Michael Byatt. (MBA was the agent for the sale of Dakharo - sire of the second place filly) The two year old filly class was won by Psynata, a beautiful Psytadel daughter that was acquired at the show by The Dubai Stud. One has no doubt that this new stud farm will have great success in the near future. Second place was the Reserve National Champion filly of Qatar, PS Rose of Marwan, owned by Al Shaqab. The three year old filly class was won by the Versace daughter, Venetzia, owned by Al Shaqab. With this win Venetzia would claim her spot in the front line in the championship which she would go on to win! With the second championship, Menton and Borgloon, Venetzia, now takes a big lead going into the last two shows for the Dubai Cup Series Championship. Once again, Michael Byatt Arabians is proud to have marketed this great champion filly. Congratulations also go to Giaccomo Capecci who did all the preparation of the Al Shaqab horses!
The Champion and Reserve Colts were repeats from Menton. Marquis, the winner of the three year old class, and Mardigras the two year old winner were champion and reserve respectively. Both are sons of the world famous Marwan Al Shaqab and both come from the marketing program at Michael Byatt Arabians.
 Several great mares were present for the competition. Om El Shadina, the champion from Menton, Eagleridge Passionata, last years Champion here in Borgloon, as well as former World Champion, Psyches Amber Gem. (Amber Gem was originally brought to Europe by Michael Byatt Arabians and shown to World Champion filly by Michael Byatt!) Eagleridge Passionata and Psyches Amber Gem, owned by The Ajman Stud, both won their divisions while Om El Shadina, owned by Al Khalediah, was second.
On Sunday Passionata took the title with Shadina being reserve. While there were not a lot of entries in the stallion classes there were several good ones. Esparto, leased by the Ajman Stud claimed the younger division, Dakharo the middle age group, and Eternity Ibn Navaronne took the older class. With an outstanding score of over 95 points it appeared that Eternity might take the title. But in the end, it was the great Dakharo who got the nod from the judges. Dakharo, from the marketing program of Michael Byatt Arabians would make it 3 in a row for 2007; Las Vegas, Menton, and Borgloon!
Michael Byatt Arabians congratulates all the great Champions. It is with special appreciation that we congratulate those owners who trusted our choices and assistance in acquiring their special Arabian horse.
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 Future Breeding Prospects
2007 has produced two new super-star foals and because of their excellent quality and pedigrees are being retained by Michael Byatt Arabians for inclusion in our breeding program. Look for exciting things in the future with these two.
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2007 Region 9
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 Success for Al Khaledia at the 2007 Egyptian Event
With representatives of HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz in the stands, the 2007 Event was an enormous success for our Saudi Arabian friends. Mr. Mutlaq Meshrif, enjoying his first ever Egyptian Event thought the competition and hospitality were superb.
"The American people were wonderful - we loved being here!" exclaimed Mr. Meshrif. Of course sending some of the greatest horses in the world to compete for top homors at one of the great shows in the world made for a good time.
By the end of the week, the three horses that were sent from Saudi Arabia to compete claimed the following honors.
Warad Al Khalediah - Unaniomus Junior Champion Colt - Unanimous Supreme Champion
Athenaa - Unanimous Senior Champion Mare - Unanimous Supreme Champion Mare
F Shamaal - Unanimous Senior Champion Stallion - Unanimous Reserve Supreme Champion Stallion
Congratulations to HRH Prince Khaled for a very successful American Tour!
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2007 Open House
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 Arabian Breeders World
Cup Show
While attending the Salon
Du Cheval in Paris, France
the question was posed to
HRH Prince Khaled Bin Sultan
Bin Abdul Aziz, "Would
you support the World Cup
horse show in Las Vegas by
sending horses?" His
quick reply, "of course
-- it will be a pleasure to
compete in America."
Within a couple of weeks Athenaa
and Dakharo would be getting
ready to head to America to
compete in the first ever
World Cup show in Las Vegas,
Nevada.
After 5 weeks in quarantine
the horses arrived at Michael
Byatt Arabians looking a bit
weary but every ounce beautiful.
It was just a matter of time
to prepare for the upcoming
show.
Arriving in Las Vegas the
horses looked great and ready
to compete. By weeks end Dakharo
was named the unanimous Champion
Stallion defeating past US
National Champion Stallions
along the way. In addition
Athenaa claimed the reserve
Championship for the mares.
Well done to the entire show
commitee for putting on an
amazing show.
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2007 Dubai International Arabian Horse Show
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2007 Sharjah Arabian Horse Show
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 Robin K -- shown by Michael Byatt - high scoring female at the 2006 Sharjah
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 Champion Stallion in Sharjah - Dakharo - shown by Michael Byatt
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 Bluegrass Easylovin -- being shown by Michael Byatt for Al Khaledhia Farms in Sharjah.
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 Marquis -- winning the Championship in Sharjah
Pictured with HRH Prince Khalid Bin Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz and handler Michael Byatt
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 Marquis -- showing his style which earned him the highest score for all
horses in both Dubai and Sharjah!
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 Marwan sons, Marquis
and Marajj winning Champion and Reserve Champion Colt in Dubai 2006
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 Michael Byatt Arabians shines at Christmas show in Katy, Texas
Trainers David Botha and Chris Gray loaded the trailer with four hopefuls and returned home with 4 Champions. David and Chris, trainers at Michael Byatt Arabians, took home the awards of Champion Mare, Champion Stallion, Champion Filly, and Champion Colt at the recent All Arabian Show in Houston.
Since taking over the position of resident trainers, David and Chris have literally been unstoppable in area competition. David, a life long horseman from Namibia, is enjoying his first full year of North American competition. Showing at the Egyptian Event and Regional Shows, David continues to make his presence known. With Championships piling up, David looks forward to even bigger tests like Scottsdale and beyond in 2006!
Chris Gray, a factor on the Arabian scene for many years, is enjoying the success of his many years in the Arabian Horse World. Showing for Michael Byatt Arabians, he has enjoyed a near perfect record -- winning championships and reserves at every show he has attended.
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Palais De
Dakar
Bred and sold by Michael
Byatt Arabians.
2005 Canadian National
Reserve
Champion Futurity
Filly
Congratulations to owner
Christine Bruce!
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Spanish Nationals
Another success for Marwan
babies!
Repeating her sisters
win (Abha Myra) this
years National Champion
Filly is another in
a procession of World
Class Marwan Al Shaqab
foals to claim top
honors - this being
Abha
Majaraani - 2005
National Champion
Filly of Spain!
Also,
wining the title of
National Champion
Colt was the two year
old Marwan colt -
Abha
Midas. Congratulations
to Marieta Salas on
her continued success!
Abha Myra,
is a Spanish National
Champion Filly as
well as Scottsdale
and Regional Champion.
Already a National
Champion in her native
land, Abha Myra, has
been regarded by all
who have seen her
as one of the most
complete and beautiful
fillies ever to grace
an arena.
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Aachen results for horses marketed by Michael Byatt Arabians
Psyche's
Amber Gem by
Padrons Psyche
As a three year old
Psyche''s Amber Gem
was sold to Europe
by Michael Byatt Arabians
where she was successfully
campaigned to the
World Championships
in Junior Fillies,
being shown by Michael
Byatt. Today, years
later her beauty is
undiminished -- being
named Champion Mare
of the Nations Cup
testifies to the enduring
beauty and quality
of the horses marketed
into the European
theatre by Michael
Byatt. Congratulations
to the Ajman Stud
and to handler Frank
Sponle for this outstanding
result.
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Dakharo by Dakar
El Jamaal
Congratulations also
go to HRH Prince Khalid
Bin Sultan Bin Abdul
Aziz of Saudi Arabia.
Dakharo, sold by Michael
Byatt Arabians, was
named Reserve Champion
Stallion. This combined
with his Championships
in Sharjah and Borgloon
make him a top contender
for highest honors
at the World Championships.
Dakharo was shown
by Scott Allman. Also
winning in Aachen
was the young sensation
by Marwan AL Shaqab,
Marquis. Marquis was
the class winner in
the yearling colts
making him 4 for 4
in European yearling
competition. He was
also Champion in Borgloon
defeating not only
this years Nations
Cup winner but all
of the top winning
colts on the circuit
today.
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Lumiar Symphony
Moving to the Middle
East, the 2005 Middle
East Championships,
saw several horses
marketed through Michael
Byatt Arabians in
the winners circle.
The Champion Mare,
repeating her win
from previous years,
was Lumiar Symphony;
purchased from Brazilian
breeder Ailton Braga,
Lumiar Symphony has
proven to be almost
unbeatable in shows
throughout the Middle
East. She was the
high scoring horse
of the show. Winning
the 4 year old mare
class was a stunning
daughter of Dakar
El Jamaal, Kharelle.
Purchased as a yearling
through Michael Byatt
by Prince Fahd Bin
Khalid Bin Abdul Aziz,
Kherelle has been
a consistent and beautiful
winner. Also in the
ribbons was Ali Halim
X, sold as a yearling
to Mr. Said Kheir
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Marquis
This yearling
colt by Marwan has
been undefeated in
yearling competition
in Europe in 2005.
Owned by HRH Price
Khalid Bin Sultan
Bin Abdul Aziz, Marquis
enters the ring with
flamboyant style and
presence, ready to
represent his owner
in grand style. A
champion in Borgloon
and a winner in Menton
and Aachen watch for
this outstanding son
of National and World
Champion Marwan Al
Shaqab to be a top
contender!
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2005 Borgloon, Belgium
Show Results
Congratulations to Champion Stallion Dakharo by Dakar El Jamaal and Champion colt Marquis by Marwan Al Shaqab, both marketed to HRH Prince Khalid Bin Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz by Michael Byatt Arabians.
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April 2005 ~ Open House
