India secured a silver medal in Round 1 of the Asian Equestrian Federation Cup-Youth (AEF Cup CSIY-B), thanks to an exceptional performance by Surya Aditya. Meanwhile, Aahan showcased her talent by winning both the under-16 and 14 girls titles in the Fenesta National sub-junior tennis championship.
Indian equestrian Fouaad Mirza has triumphed at the prestigious Strzegom Autumn Show 2024 in Poland, securing the top spot in the FEI CCI3*-S event. Riding his horse Dajara 4, Mirza showcased exceptional skill and horsemanship to claim victory.
The Paris Games saw breathtaking displays of equestrian skill and style, but also renewed scrutiny of the sport’s ethics following a scandal involving Olympic medalist Charlotte Dujardin. While riders championed the welfare of their horses, concerns over animal abuse remain, potentially impacting equestrian’s future in the Olympics.
Get ready for an exciting day of competition at the Paris 2024 Olympics! Day 11 features medal events across various disciplines, including equestrian, sailing, diving, skateboarding, wrestling, athletics, track cycling, and boxing. Check out the full schedule with timings in IST.
Great Britain secured its third Olympic team gold in showjumping, overcoming a challenging course with minimal penalties. The team, comprised of Ben Maher, Harry Charles, and Scott Brash, outperformed the United States and France to claim victory. The win comes on the heels of Britain’s gold in team eventing earlier in the week.
A recent scandal involving Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin, who was caught repeatedly whipping a horse, has sparked a conversation about horse welfare across equestrian sports, including horse racing. Leaders in horse racing are emphasizing the importance of transparency and prioritizing the well-being of horses to regain public trust. This incident comes at a time when horse racing is already facing criticism for safety concerns and is working to improve its image.
Nayel Nassar, the husband of Bill Gates’ daughter Jennifer Gates, is set to represent Egypt in equestrian jumping at the 2024 Paris Olympics. This will be Nassar’s third Olympic appearance. He is a seasoned equestrian with a long history in the sport, having competed in several international events like the FEI Show Jumping World Cup and FEI World Equestrian Games. Nassar’s mother-in-law, Melinda Gates, has expressed her support for him ahead of the Games.
India will be represented by Anush Agarwalla at the Equestrian events of the Paris Olympics, taking place at the historic Château de Versailles. Anush brings a strong track record, having won two medals at the 2022 Asian Games.
Nine-year-old Aurum Lakshmi Tokas emerged as a rising equestrian star at the Delhi Horse Show 2024. Her exceptional talent and determination were evident as she secured a remarkable 16 medals, accompanied by her trusted equine partner, Kenwood. Aurum’s achievements underscore the immense potential of young Indian riders and showcase the sport’s accessibility regardless of age or gender.
In a gymnasium in northern St. Petersburg, dozens of children participated in a hobby horsing competition. Hobby horsing involves riding a stick with a horse’s head attached to it and is said to have originated in Finland. Despite not being a professional sport, hobby horsing competitions have tournaments, coaches, and judges, and participants follow the rules of horse-riding competitions.
