AQHA Waives 2020 World Show Qualification

Published April 30, 2020

AQHA world championship shows are the most prestigious events in the equine industry. Due to the rapidly evolving pandemic worldwide, exhibitors are facing several challenges to get qualified for the 2020 AQHA world championship shows.

The safety of AQHA exhibitors, spectators and staff is the Association’s top priority. Therefore, the AQHA Executive Committee has waived qualification for the following 2020 world championship shows:

Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show July 30 – August 8 in Oklahoma City
AQHA Select World Championship Show, presented by Adequan® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan), September 1-6 in Fort Worth, Texas
Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show November 5-21 in Oklahoma City

AQHA understands that during this unprecedented time, show management teams around the world are making difficult decisions to cancel AQHA sanctioned shows. We appreciate the due diligence of those show management teams in following recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local authorities to not risk the safety of our members.

Craig P. Huffhines
AQHA Executive Vice President