Omar Al Marzouqi
U.A.E. equestrian
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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.
28 March 2003[1]
United Arab Emirates| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzouqi 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
He was introduced to riding at a young age. His father was a show jumper who went on to train riders.[2]
Career
At 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
He graduated with a double bachelor's degree from Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi.[3][4]
