Joud Aisha claims victory in the 120km feature race at Punta del Este
Punta del Este, Uruguay – Al Wathba Magazine
Joud Aisha, riding Ashfa Panther, claimed victory in the eighth leg of the Emirates International Endurance Village (EIEV) Global Endurance Series after winning the 120km two-star feature race held in Punta del Este, Uruguay, on Saturday, 7 November 2026.
The event brought together leading endurance riders for nine international races over various distances. Organised in partnership with Emirates International Endurance Village, EIEV PULSE and the Uruguayan Equestrian Federation, the competition was held under the supervision of the International Equestrian Federation (FEI).
The Uruguay leg forms part of EIEV’s international racing programme, reflecting the Village’s commitment to expanding the global reach of endurance riding and strengthening cooperation with equestrian federations worldwide.
Joud Aisha Leads All Four Loops to Secure Victory
Joud Aisha delivered a commanding performance in the 120km feature race, maintaining the lead throughout all four loops aboard Ashfa Panther to secure the eighth-leg title.
The programme featured eight additional races alongside the main event, covering distances of 120km, 100km, 80km and 60km, with riders competing across several categories.
Competitive Races Produce More Champions
Ana Maria Clark, riding Tsunami, secured the title in the 120km CEIYJ2* international race for young riders and juniors, leading throughout all four loops.
In another 120km CEI2* international race, Santiago Fernandez claimed victory aboard Venecia HLM following an impressive comeback. Starting in ninth place after the opening loop, he moved up to eighth and then fourth before taking the lead in the final loop to secure the title.
In the 100km CEI1* competition, Valentin Silva emerged victorious aboard Mandala LP, while Julia Zubiarri, riding LG Divas, won the 100km CEIYJ1* race for young riders and juniors.
UAE Representation at Awards Ceremony as Series Heads to Greece
The winners were honoured at an awards ceremony attended by Abdullah Jamal Al Rumaithi, Head of the Economic, Political, Media and Public Diplomacy Section at the UAE Embassy in Uruguay; Lara Sawaya, Executive Director of Marketing and Sponsorship at Emirates International Endurance Village and EIEV PULSE; and Bert Owais, General Manager of Camellia Flowers.
The Emirates International Endurance Village Global Endurance Series will continue with its ninth leg in Lamia, Greece, on 20 November 2026.
The upcoming event will further EIEV’s efforts to promote endurance riding internationally, expand opportunities for riders and strengthen the UAE’s presence on the global equestrian stage.
