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Farrington Extends Overall Lead in Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final with Incredible Finish Aboard Greya in Final Round II

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/11/2026 12:12:00 AM

Fort Worth, Texas – Kent Farrington and Greya wowed the crowd in Dickies Arena tonight in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final Round II showcasing their incredible form and consistency, adding another podium-topping performance to their resume as a combination. The pair bested a seven-horse jump off, crossing through the timers as the last combination to go in the second round and stopping the clock in 34.36 seconds. Eiken Sato (JPN) and Chadellano JRA took second place, while Kevin...

A Golden Weekend for The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team and the U.S. CDIOU25 Team at the 2026 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/22/2026 4:06:00 PM

Wellington, Fla. – From the opening notes of Thursday's Grand Prix, to the final salute of the Grand Prix Special on Saturday, the 2026 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3* and CDIOU25 at the Adequan®? Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., belonged to the United States — with The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team and the U.S. CDIOU25 Team earning a haul of team gold medals and individual podium finishes. FEI Grand Prix Freestyle CDIO3* Ashley Holzer and Hawtins...

Kent Farrington and Toulayna Top First Day of Competition in Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final Fort Worth

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/9/2026 9:57:00 PM

Fort Worth, Texas – Kent Farrington and Toulayna rose to the top of the class on the first day of competition at the 2026 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final Fort Worth, starting the week off demonstrating their remarkable prowess, and stopping the timers in 62.03 seconds to best the class of 35 international entries. The full U.S. contingent capped a strong first day of the individual final, with four combinations finishing inside of the top six. "My strategy was really to stick to my...

Vaulting Athletes Named to the Short List for the 2026 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/8/2026 3:30:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the vaulting athletes named to the short list for the FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors to be held in Aachen, Germany, from August 10-23, 2026. The U.S. Vaulting Team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Emma Seely, Assistant Chef d’Equipe Lisa Zielenske, Team Veterinarian Dr. Bart Halsberghe and Team Leader Steven Morrissey. The following athletes have been named to the U.S. Vaulting Team short list and are listed in...

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Set for Start of 2026 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/18/2026 5:02:00 PM

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team (From L to R): Ashley Holzer, Meaghan Davis, Christine Traurig, Jordan LaPlaca, and Anna Marek. (©Emma Claire Collective) Wellington, Fla. - The horse inspection for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3* set the scene for an exciting week of competition at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from March 18-22, 2026, which will feature teams from three countries — the U.S., Canada, and Germany. The Dutta Corp. U.S....

FEI Calendar Application Process Now Open for Endurance 2027 Season

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/6/2026 12:33:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian would like to remind endurance competition organizers that the application process for the 2027 FEI Calendar is now open. The deadline for applications is June 1, 2026, and should be submitted online through the USEF Competition Dashboard . Applications received after June 1 but before July 1, 2026, may be considered depending on the availability of the USEF Endurance Sport Committee and staff to ensure the application can be submitted to the FEI by the October 1...

US Equestrian Announces Changes for U.S. Combinations Heading to 2026 FEI World Cup Finals Ft. Worth

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/2/2026 2:19:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced two combinations, one for USA Jumping and one for USA Dressage for the 2026 FEI World Cup Finals hosted in Ft. Worth, Texas, at Dickies Arena from April 8-12, 2026. Lillie Keenan and Kick On will replace McLain Ward and Jordan Molga M, who have withdrawn, as Ward is recovering from a minor injury. Ben Ebeling and Bellena will join USA Dressage's two other combinations, as they were allocated a starting place after another combination's...

U.S. Para Dressage Team Secures Top of the Podium at TerraNova CPEDI3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/7/2026 2:20:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - The U.S. Para Dressage Team concluded competition this weekend at the TerraNova CPEDI3* with a victory and strong performances across all team combinations. The team, led by U.S. Para Dressage Team Leader Laureen Johnson, was composed of Rebecca Hart and Liberation, Kate Shoemaker and Ghandi, Roxanne Trunnell and Furstenson MR, and Marie Vonderheyden and Fan Tastico H. ©Jessica Buehler Photography “I was extremely pleased with how well all the athletes rode,”...

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Para Dressage Team for TerraNova CPEDI3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/1/2026 7:10:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the TerraNova CPEDI3*. The CPEDI3* will take place April 1-4, 2026, at the TerraNova Equestrian Center in Myakka City, Fla. The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.) and Liberation (Libertad FRH x White Rose), a 2016 Hanoverian gelding owned by Rowan O’Riley and cared for by Kjersten Elliot...

US Equestrian Announces Updates to FEI Endurance Elite Status List

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/2/2026 4:06:00 PM

Lexington, Ky - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the following athletes have achieved new elite status during quarter one of 2026. An Elite Endurance Athlete is defined as someone who, in their lifetime of competing within FEI Endurance, has reached the following milestones for 1*/2*/3* level of competition. Bronze Level - 10 completions within the applicable * level Silver Level - 20 completions within the applicable * level Gold Level is - 30 completions within the applicable * level The...