Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzouqi (Arabic: عمر عبدالعزيز المرزوقي, also transliterated Al Marzooqi, born 28 March 2003) is an equestrian who represents the United Arab Emirates.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzouqi |
| Born | 28 March 2003[1] |
| Height | 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) (2018) |
| Weight | 58 kg (128 lb) (2018) |
| Sport | |
| Country |  United Arab Emirates |
| Sport | Equestrian |
Early life
editHe was introduced to riding at a young age. His father was a show jumper who went on to train riders.[2]
Career
editAt the age of 15 years-old he won a silver medal at the 2018 Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires, Argentina.[3][4][5]
At the 2022 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China, Al Marzouqi won two medals in the show jumping, an individual silver and team bronze.[3][4][6]
In May 2024, he won the CSI4* 1.55m Grand Prix title at the Montefalco Championship in Italy, riding Enjoy de la Mure.[7]
In July 2024, he was announced to be the flag carrier for the United Arab Emirates at the 2024 Paris Olympics.[8]
Personal life
editHe graduated with a double bachelor’s degree from Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi.[3][4]
References
edit- ^ "Omar Al Marzooqi". Olympedia. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
- ^ "CSIO Roma: Omar Al Marzooqi's Rise in Show Jumping". Horseshowjumping.tv. 6 June 2024. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
- ^ a b c Bantock, Jack (9 July 2024). "The young showjumping sensation carrying the flag — and hopes — of the UAE into the Olympics". CNN. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
Omar Al Marzouqi
- ^ a b c Abulleil, Reem (11 October 2023). "UAE's Omar Al Marzooqi has high hopes for Paris after Asian Games medal joy". The National. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
- ^ "UAE's Omar Abdulaziz Al Marzouqi wins show jumping silver at Youth Olympic Games". Sport360. 14 October 2018. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
- ^ "Individual silver and bronze, team bronze for UAE show jumpers at Asian Games". Arab News. 7 October 2023. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
Omar Al Marzouqi
- ^ "Omar Al Marzooqi clinches Grand Prix Show Jumping title at Montefalco Championship, Italy". wam.ae. 13 May 2024. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
- ^ Satish, A.K.S. (6 July 2024). "Omar Al Marzouqi to Carry UAE Flag at the Opening Ceremony on July 26". Gulf News. Retrieved 10 July 2024.