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Who Is Abdulrahman Alrajhi? Here Are 5 Facts About The Saudi Equestrian

As the 29-year-old is set to participate in the prestigious Olympic games in Paris later this year, Bazaar Arabia brings you 5 facts about him

From winning one accolade after another for his country to having an increasingly big social media presence, showjumper Abdulrahman Alrajhi is an athlete who has made a name for himself not only in the regional but international front. 

With over 194,000 followers on Instagram and counting, as well as multiple fan accounts, the young horseman, who is often seen competing across the world, is quickly becoming a fan favourite.

He Has Won Multiple Awards

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Amongst numerous tournaments he has excelled at, the equestrian was part of the winning team at the 2022 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China.

Previously, the sportsman also claimed first place in the senior category at Diriyah Gate Development Authority Show Jumping Tournament.

He Loves Various Sports 

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Besides horsemen activities, he is also known to enjoy other sports such as skiing and paragliding. He recently shared pictures enjoying his time in the snow at the Courchevel ski resort in the French Alps.

He Held The Torch At Saudi Games 2023

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Abdulrahman has been part of the opening ceremony of the Saudi Games, the largest national sporting event held annually in the Kingdom. He shared glimpses from the 2023 edition of the event on his Instagram page.

He Has Great style

When he is not showing off his skills as an equestrian and sporting his best show jumping attire, even away from the field Abdulrahman dresses to impress. He is often seen in crisp suits and his signature slicked-back hair with a side part.

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He is Partaking In The Paris Olympics

Saudi Arabia qualified for the equestrian events in the 2024 Summer Olympics, set to take place in July this year, and Abdulrahman is part of the team. In an earlier Instagram post, he had shared the good news with his followers and called it a “dream come true”. 

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