The Farnam AQHA World Championship Show and AQHA Select World Championship Show, presented by Adequan® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan), returns October 27 – November 19 to the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City.
Owners, exhibitors and trainers can view the 2022 tentative schedule, which is now available at www.aqha.com/worldshow. The tentative schedule includes Level 3, Adequan® Level 2 and the newly introduced Nutrena Level 1 Champion of Champions classes for amateur and Select exhibitors.
Also new for 2022 are the following stakes classes:
- Open Breakaway Roping
- Green Horse Non-Pro Horsemanship
- 3-Year-Old Open Hunter Under Saddle
- 3-Year-Old Non-Pro Hunter Under Saddle
- 3-Year-Old Non-Pro Western Pleasure
- Level 1 Working Hunter
- Level 1 Hunter Hack
View the tentative schedule here.
Online entry will be available soon at www.aqha.com/worldshow. Entries are due by 5 pm Central on September 15. Exhibitors must meet one of three qualifying options, which were member-driven initiatives to enter the show. Learn more about the 2022 qualifying requirements.
“The AQHA World Show is the most prestigious event in the equine industry, where exhibitors and horses from around the world compete for the coveted gold globe and well over $2 million in purse and prizes,” said Justin Billings, AQHA chief show officer. “We are proud to host this show to celebrate the true versatility of the American Quarter Horse and those who love it. This year, we are excited to offer new Adequan® Select Level 2 core classes, Nutrena Level 1 Champion of Champions and several stakes classes for the first time to encourage exhibitors to enter and experience the magic that is the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World.”
Returning to the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World is the 43rd Annual Triangle Fall Horse Sale. Specializing in western performance American Quarter Horses, the Triangle Horse Sale has a reputation as one of the most versatile consignment horse sales in the country. The sale is anticipated to attract high-quality horses and create an amazing marketplace during the first Friday and Saturday of the show.
New for 2022
The top-15 exhibitors who competed at either the 2022 Nutrena AQHA East, Nutrena AQHA West Level 1 Championships or AQHA Cattle Level 1 Championships, presented by the Four Sixes Ranch, in each amateur and Select amateur core class are invited to compete at the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World for Nutrena Level 1 Champion of Champions titles. The core classes are defined as western pleasure, horsemanship, hunter under saddle, hunt seat equitation, showmanship, trail and ranch riding.
AQHA has also added Adequan® Select Level 2 core classes to the 2022 Adequan® Select World. Eligible exhibitors have the opportunity to compete in Adequan® Level 2 core classes at the show. Exhibitors can check their level eligibility online.
For more information about the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World, visit www.aqha.com/worldshow.
About the Show
The Farnam AQHA World, Adequan® Select World and Adequan® Level 2 Championships are the premier events in the equine industry for amateur, Select amateur and open exhibitors. The show includes Level 3 and Adequan® Level 2 classes, as well as Nutrena Level 1 Champion of Champions classes. The shows feature over three weeks of exciting competition, educational opportunities and a bountiful trade show. For more information, visit www.aqha.com/worldshow.
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