في زيارة الرئيس الأمريكي دونالد ترامب الأخيرة إلى المملكة، لفت الأنظار مشهد الخيول العربية السعودية الأصيلة وهي تتقدم مراسم الاستقبال في قصر اليمامة بالرياض. مشهد لم يكن عابرًا، بل رمز عميق للهوية الوطنية، وتاريخ متجذّر في أرض الجزيرة.
فالمملكة العربية السعودية تُعد مهدًا للخيل العربية الأصيلة، حيث سجلت كتب التاريخ وأشعار العرب أمجادها وسلالاتها وأسماء فرسانها. ورافقت الخيل مراحل تأسيس الدولة السعودية، وكان لها دورها البارز في توحيد أرجاء الوطن على يد الملك المؤسس عبدالعزيز -رحمه الله- الذي امتطى صهوتها بثقة وشجاعة.
واليوم، تأتي رؤية المملكة 2030 لتؤكد على أهمية الفروسية باعتبارها إرثًا وطنيًا وثقافيًا، وتعيد للخيل السعودية مكانتها من خلال تطوير قطاع الفروسية، وإدراجها ضمن مسارات السياحة والثقافة والرياضة. فمشهد الخيل البيضاء في استقبال ترامب لم يكن فقط للتشريف، بل رسالة وطنية تحمل في طياتها الفخر بالأصالة والاعتزاز بالجذور.
وقد خطت المملكة خطوات مهمة لتحويل «الرياض» إلى عاصمة عالمية لسباقات الخيل، مثل بطولة «كأس السعودية» التي أصبحت من أبرز الفعاليات على مستوى العالم، واستقطبت نخبة من المتسابقين والمستثمرين الدوليين. كما تسعى المملكة لتأسيس بنية تحتية قوية لصناعة الفروسية توازي الطموح الوطني، وتلهم الأجيال الجديدة، رجالًا ونساء، لتعلّم الفروسية والانخراط في هذه الثقافة العريقة.
ختامًا.. الخيل السعودية ليست فقط موروثًا، بل مورد اقتصادي واعد، ومجال للتميز العالمي، وهي ماضية في رحلتها بركاب الرؤية الطموحة، لتكون رمزًا يجمع بين التاريخ والمستقبل، بين الفخر الوطني والنمو الاقتصادي.
تابع قناة عكاظ على الواتساب
In the recent visit of U.S. President Donald Trump to the Kingdom, the sight of authentic Saudi Arabian horses leading the reception ceremony at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh caught attention. This scene was not fleeting; rather, it was a profound symbol of national identity and a history deeply rooted in the land of the peninsula.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is considered the cradle of purebred Arabian horses, as the history books and Arab poetry have recorded their glories, bloodlines, and the names of their knights. The horses accompanied the stages of establishing the Saudi state and played a prominent role in unifying the homeland under the leadership of the founding king, Abdulaziz - may God have mercy on him - who rode them with confidence and courage.
Today, Vision 2030 emphasizes the importance of equestrianism as a national and cultural heritage, restoring the status of Saudi horses through the development of the equestrian sector and integrating it into the paths of tourism, culture, and sports. The sight of the white horses welcoming Trump was not just for honor; it was a national message carrying within it pride in authenticity and a celebration of roots.
The Kingdom has taken significant steps to transform Riyadh into a global capital for horse racing, such as the "Saudi Cup," which has become one of the most prominent events worldwide, attracting elite competitors and international investors. The Kingdom also aims to establish a strong infrastructure for the equestrian industry that matches national ambitions and inspires new generations, both men and women, to learn equestrianism and engage in this rich culture.
In conclusion, Saudi horses are not just a heritage; they are a promising economic resource and a field for global excellence. They are moving forward in their journey alongside the ambitious vision, becoming a symbol that bridges history and the future, national pride and economic growth.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is considered the cradle of purebred Arabian horses, as the history books and Arab poetry have recorded their glories, bloodlines, and the names of their knights. The horses accompanied the stages of establishing the Saudi state and played a prominent role in unifying the homeland under the leadership of the founding king, Abdulaziz - may God have mercy on him - who rode them with confidence and courage.
Today, Vision 2030 emphasizes the importance of equestrianism as a national and cultural heritage, restoring the status of Saudi horses through the development of the equestrian sector and integrating it into the paths of tourism, culture, and sports. The sight of the white horses welcoming Trump was not just for honor; it was a national message carrying within it pride in authenticity and a celebration of roots.
The Kingdom has taken significant steps to transform Riyadh into a global capital for horse racing, such as the "Saudi Cup," which has become one of the most prominent events worldwide, attracting elite competitors and international investors. The Kingdom also aims to establish a strong infrastructure for the equestrian industry that matches national ambitions and inspires new generations, both men and women, to learn equestrianism and engage in this rich culture.
In conclusion, Saudi horses are not just a heritage; they are a promising economic resource and a field for global excellence. They are moving forward in their journey alongside the ambitious vision, becoming a symbol that bridges history and the future, national pride and economic growth.
