Evett Magic, Owned by The Aria Partners LLC, Crowned 2026 GCAT Americas Horse of the Tour as Three-Day Finale Brings Elite Competition, Luxury Hospitality and World-Class Entertainment to Resorts World Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NV — October 5, 2026 — The Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) brought its 2026 Americas season to an unforgettable conclusion at Resorts World Las Vegas, with Evett Magic, owned by The Aria Partners LLC, crowned the 2026 GCAT Americas Horse of the Tour.
The prestigious season-long title is awarded to the horse accumulating the highest total points across the GCAT Americas Tour, with Evett Magic securing the top position and the additional $50,000 Horse of the Tour prize.
Held from October 2–4, the three-day Las Vegas finale brought together the world’s finest Arabian horses, renowned handlers, owners, international guests and equestrian enthusiasts for a celebration of championship sport, luxury hospitality and world-class entertainment.
Following standout stages in Scottsdale, Arizona, and Miami Beach, Florida, Las Vegas served as the defining finale of the 2026 GCAT Americas season. Throughout the season, competitors battled for championship titles, crucial Tour points and their share of more than $2.2 million in prize money, culminating in Las Vegas with the crowning of the 2026 GCAT Americas champions and Horse of the Tour.
At the heart of the weekend was the competition itself, with the world’s finest Arabian horses presented before an international panel of judges and evaluated across five criteria: type, head and neck, body, legs, and movement. The final competition delivered an extraordinary showcase of the Arabian horse’s distinctive beauty, athleticism, precision and heritage.
The grand finale on Sunday saw the following horses capture the prestigious GCAT Gold Championship titles:
Senior Stallions
Gold: Lughan HVP owned by The Aria Partners LLC
Senior Mares
Gold: Evett Magic owned by The Aria Partners LLC
Junior Colts
Gold: SVB Calais owned by Cindy McGown, Mark Davis and Al-Ameera Stud
Junior Fillies
Gold: Rohara Aria Heiress owned by The Aria Partners LLC
Yearling Colts
Gold: Aaric K owned by Peng Jiang
Yearling Fillies
Gold: Gift Of Love ENB owned by Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC
In the Special Awards of the season, we saw the following winners:
Best Breeding Farm: PCF Arabians
Best Handler: Ted Carson
Best Female Horse: Evett Magic owned by The Aria Partners LLC
Best Male Horse: Lughan HVP owned by The Aria Partners LLC
2026 GCAT Americas Horse of the Tour: Evett Magic owned by The Aria Partners LLC
Beyond the arena, GCAT Las Vegas transformed Resorts World Las Vegas into an immersive celebration of Arabian horse culture, luxury and entertainment. Guests experienced VIP and Premium hospitality, an interactive event Village, elevated food and beverage offerings, live DJs, luxury activations and curated experiences throughout the weekend.
The championship weekend was complemented by three evenings of live entertainment, culminating in an unforgettable closing performance by the legendary Goo Goo Dolls, who performed some of their greatest hits, including “Iris,” “Slide,” “Broadway” and “Black Balloon.”
The Las Vegas finale also attracted a notable group of guests from the worlds of entertainment, sports and culture. Among those spotted enjoying the horse show throughout the weekend were actor Mark Wahlberg, along with musicians Robin McAuley, John Payne of Asia, Steven Adler and Lou Gramm, further adding to the energy surrounding GCAT’s season-ending celebration on the Las Vegas Strip.
“Las Vegas was an extraordinary way to bring our 2026 Americas season to a close,” said Faleh Al-Nasr, Chairman of the Global Champions Arabians Tour. “We have witnessed an incredible level of competition throughout the Americas, from Scottsdale to Miami Beach and now Las Vegas. To see these exceptional horses and handlers compete at this level, surrounded by such an incredible audience and experience, is a reflection of what GCAT is all about. We are incredibly proud of this season and grateful to everyone who helped make the Las Vegas Final so memorable.”
The conclusion of the Americas season marks another milestone in GCAT’s continued growth and its mission to bring the beauty, heritage and competition of Purebred Arabian horses to audiences around the world. Through a combination of elite sport, luxury hospitality, entertainment and cultural experiences, the Tour continues to introduce Arabian horse competition to new audiences while elevating the sport on an international stage.
With Las Vegas marking the conclusion of the Americas circuit, the 2026 GCAT season now turns its attention to the World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme in Paris, France, where the medalist horses from all GCAT events in Europe, Middle East and the Americas will come together for the final showdown of the season.
The Las Vegas event was supported by key partners, including Qatar Airways, Doha Bank, Richard Mille, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, United Development Company (UDC), Alkass, Education Above All Foundation and Resorts World Las Vegas, whose continued support reflects GCAT’s growing global presence and commitment to creating an elevated platform for Arabian horse sport.
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WAHC Supreme
Paris, France
25-27 November 2026
