Doha:The third edition of the Mafareed Challenge Festival has drawn an incredible turnout of spectators and participants, exceeding all expectations, according to Chairman Ali Al Hamidi.
According to Qatar News Agency, the festival, which marked the inaugural event organized by the Qatar Camel Beauty Club for the 2026-2027 season, witnessed significant participation from camel owners in Qatar and other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. The event showcased improved competition standards over its seven-day duration, with fierce contests in both local and international categories.
Ali Al Hamidi highlighted the importance of the Challenge Banner heats, which have become a distinctive feature of the festival, adding competitive momentum and offering substantial incentives for participants. These heats have become symbols of excellence in camel beauty competitions across the GCC, enhancing the value of winning these titles and elevating the level of competition.
The success of the festival's third edition reflects the Qatar Camel Beauty Club's role in promoting traditional sports. The interest among participants in breeding and acquiring top camel breeds was evident throughout the festival. Al Hamidi expressed his surprise at the turnout from camel owners in Qatar and the GCC, congratulating all winners and thanking contributors to the event's success.
Al Hamidi also expressed gratitude to public institutions and officials involved in the event, which has helped preserve Qatari heritage sports. The club is now preparing for the sixth edition of the Qatar Camel Festival "Jazilat Al-Atta" in 2027.