FEI Announces Provisional Suspension of Dressage Athlete Charlotte Dujardin (GBR)

The FEI has officially announced the provisional suspension of British Dressage athlete Charlotte Dujardin (FEI ID: 10028440) effective immediately from the date of notification, 23 July 2024. This decision renders her ineligible to participate in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games or any other events under the jurisdiction of the FEI. During this period of …

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France Triumphs in the Nations Cup, Poles on the Podium

The team from France wins the fifth leg of the FEI Eventing Nations Cup at Lotto Strzegom Horse Trials. Sweden takes second place, Poland third. The French team climbed higher and higher in the team classification after each trial of the equestrian triathlon, starting from last place after dressage and ending on the highest step …

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Sweden Takes the Lead in FEI Eventing Nations Cup in Strzegom

The cross-country trial held on Saturday stirred up a lot in the classification of the FEI Eventing Nations Cup held during the LOTTO Strzegom Horse Trials. The new leaders are team Sweden, second place goes to France and third to Germany. Sweden is represented by: Stina Arosenius with Lorelei-L, Klara Liden Kiraly riding Sotomayor, and …

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Australia Leads the Nations Cup, Poland in Second Place

The Australians take the lead in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup competition at the LOTTO Strzegom Horse Trials after the dressage test. Second place belongs to the Poles and third to Germany. Australia is represented by Andrew Hoy and Vassily De Lassos, Grace Kay with Bluefields for Cello, and Kevin McNab riding Scuderia 1918 Don …

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Dutch Dance Back to the Top at Rotterdam

Few nations have been as dominant in their home Nations Cup as The Netherlands. After finishing off the podium last year, the Dutch reasserted their dominance at home with a notable victory Thursday in the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ of Rotterdam (NED). Led by Chef d’Equipe Patrick van der Meer, the quartet of Edward Gal …

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Strzegom Horse Trials: Showtime!

Over 280 horses, outstanding riders, including the current Olympic champion, and an exciting fight for the FEI Eventing Nations Cup and Polish Championship medals: the LOTTO Strzegom Horse Trials start on 20 June in Morawa. Over the four days of the tournament, riders from 25 countries will face each other in 10 classes of varying …

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It’s Crunch Time at Rotterdam Leg of Longines League of Nations

The teams have been confirmed for the fourth and last leg of the inaugural Longines League of Nations™ 2024 series, which takes place in Rotterdam, The Netherlands on Friday 21 June, and for Belgium, France, and Great Britain, the pressure will be immense. Languishing together at the bottom of the leaderboard in joint-eighth place with …

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Kevin Mealiff Can’t Be Caught in $25,000 Parlanti Grand Prix

The $10,000 1.40m Open Jumper Stake, sponsored by Bainbridge Companies, commenced competition on Friday morning for ESP June II, featuring 17 horse-and-rider pairs at the Derby Field in Equestrian Village. Twelve pairs advanced to the immediate jump-off, with USA’s Alannah Wagstaff setting the pace aboard Great Thing, owned by Mill Pond Farm, Inc, with a …

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All Eyes on Paris: Swiss Olympic Hopefuls Dominate at Home Event

With the Paris Olympics just around the corner, Team Switzerland could prove a serious medal-contender if recent results are anything to go by. An experienced home-side took decisive win at the fourth leg of the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ this week, with three of the four team members finishing in the top four of this …

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Top Show Jumping Techniques

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When discussing show jumping techniques, you must start with the core fundamentals every rider needs to develop. A balanced, correct rider position is the bedrock of effective show jumping. This includes maintaining a light seat and keeping your heels down to stay anchored. It’s not just about looking good; it’s about functional form that translates directly into better rides.