Last Updated on June 28, 2026 by adminahb
Team France. Photo: Leszek Wójcik / LOTTO Strzegom Horse Trials
Katarzyna Brandys Claims Individual Victory
The final show jumping held on Sunday morning brought the 2026 LOTTO Strzegom Horse Trials to an exciting conclusion. Polish riders celebrated an outstanding finish to the event, with Katarzyna Brandys securing the individual title and Team Poland claiming second place in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ standings.
The final day of competition began with the mandatory horse inspection, after which combinations returned to the arena for the decisive show jumping phase. It was on the final day that both the individual and team classifications were ultimately decided.
France Wins the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™, Poland Finishes Second
In the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ (CCIO4*-NC-S), the battle for the podium continued until the very last rounds. France maintained the lead established after the cross-country phase to claim victory.
Team Poland delivered an excellent performance in the jumping phase. Thanks to a series of faultless rounds, the home side climbed into second place in the final standings. Austria completed the podium in third.
Katarzyna Brandys Takes Individual Honours
Katarzyna Brandys riding SEL OSCAR secured victory in the individual classification. The Polish rider produced another composed performance in the decisive jumping phase to maintain her overnight lead and record one of the most significant victories of her career.
Austria’s Harald Ambros and VITORIO DU MONTET finished second, while Poland’s Paweł Warszawski partnered CAGLIOSTRO PKZ to third place after a clear jumping round.
Final Results – CCIO4*-NC-S
Team Classification
- France
- Poland
- Austria
Individual Classification
- Katarzyna Brandys (POL) & SEL OSCAR
- Harald Ambros (AUT) & VITORIO DU MONTET
- Paweł Warszawski (POL) & CAGLIOSTRO PKZ
Weather Conditions and Horse Welfare
In response to the forecast for high temperatures, the Organising Committee adjusted the competition schedule, with all classes taking place during the cooler hours to provide the safest possible conditions for both horses and athletes.
Throughout the event, the competition remained under the supervision of the District Veterinary Inspectorate. Veterinarians, including the FEI Veterinary Delegate, continuously monitored the health and welfare of the horses. All horses completed the competition in good condition.
International eventing competitions have been held in Strzegom for 23 years. Throughout that time, the safety of participants and the welfare of horses have remained the Organising Committee’s highest priorities, consistently recognised in the reports of the FEI Technical Delegate.
During the four days of competition, horses benefited from purpose-built stabling with appropriate ventilation, dedicated cooling areas, and continuous access to water and ice. The event was overseen by an experienced team of FEI officials, judges, stewards, and veterinarians, ensuring that the competition was conducted in full accordance with FEI standards.
The Organising Committee, together with technical, medical, and veterinary teams and the event partners, worked throughout the competition to ensure the smooth running of the event while maintaining the highest standards of safety and horse welfare.
We would like to thank everyone involved in delivering the 2026 LOTTO Strzegom Horse Trials and congratulate all the winners. Our special congratulations go to Team Poland for providing unforgettable sporting moments throughout four days of competition.
We look forward to welcoming riders, teams, and spectators back to Strzegom for future international competitions.
Please visit www.StrzegomHorseTrials.pl.