Tent pegging team heads to Jordan for World Cup

SPORTS REPORTER
MUSCAT, NOV 9
The Oman national tent pegging team has departed for Al Aqaba, Jordan, to compete in the fifth Tent Pegging World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place from November 11 to 14.
The championship bring together 10 national teams that qualified through the official qualifying competitions, with riders competing in various disciplines involving the sword and lance.
Khalid bin Mohammed al Saifi headed the Oman delegation, which includes team manager Mohammed bin Salim al Malki, media representative Hamoud bin Salim al Riyami, team coordinator Obaid bin Lahiq al Quraini and coach Hilal bin Hassan al Balushi.
The five riders representing Oman are Ahed bin Khamis al Balushi, Hamad bin Saif al Raisi, Waleed bin Zaher al Shraiqi, Dawood bin Aqib al Musharfi and Mohammed bin Khamis al Siyabi.
Oman will be looking to make a strong impression at the global event and continue its presence in international tent pegging competitions. The participation also provides an opportunity for the national riders to test their skills against some of the world's leading teams.
Oman has a distinguished history in international tent pegging, having hosted the inaugural World Cup in Barka in 2014, where the national team finished runners-up behind South Africa. The fourth edition, held in South Africa in 2023, saw Saudi Arabia claim the title, with Pakistan finishing second.
The Sultanate also plays a significant role in the international development of the sport, with the International Tent Pegging Federation established in Muscat in October 2013, where its headquarters remain.