Aspetar to Provide Medical Services to CHI AL SHAQAB 2013

Doha, March 28 (QNA) - Aspetar, Qatar Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, a member-organisation of Aspire Zone Foundation (AZF), has signed an agreement with AL SHAQAB to be the official sports medicine sponsor in the upcoming CHI AL SHAQAB 2013. The first edition of the international equestrian competition is set to take place between 27- 30 March 2013 at AL SHAQAB state-of-the-art facilities at Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development. Awarded CHI status by the FEI (International Equestrian Federation), the four-day equestrian event comprises an assortment of world-class showjumping, dressage, and endurance events, and will attract top riders from around the globe. Fahad Bin Saad Al Qahtani, AL SHAQAB Director & CHI AL SHAQAB President, said, "Aspetar, the region’s leading sports hospital, is the ideal partner for a sporting event of this calibre. Having Aspetar as a partner reassures not only the Local Organising Committee but also the riders taking part in the event as they will be in the hands of some of the world’s finest physicians and surgeons." Aspetar CEO, Dr Khalifa Al Kuwari, said, "Aspetar has a wealth of experience in providing medical coverage to international events held in Qatar, and it’s a privilege for us to provide our comprehensive medical services to CHI AL SHAQAB for their inaugural event. AL SHAQAB and Aspetar share similar values such as the importance of leading the way and pursuing excellence." "I can say without hesitation that AL SHAQABs world class riding champions are in the hands of some of the world’s leading sports medicine practitioners," he added. The prestigious event will be open to all members of the community. A dedicated 17,000 square meter spectator plaza designed to celebrate Qatars rich heritage in equine culture and sport will boast an assortment of family-orientated activities. CHI AL SHAQAB 2013 is held under the patronage of HE Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Al Thani and HE Sheikh Al-Mayassa Bint Hamad Al Thani. Aspetar joins QF Radio and ExxonMobil as official sponsors of CHI AL SHAQAB 2013. (QNA)