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Christian Simonson and Indian Rock Secure Second Consecutive Podium Finish in 2026 Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup Final

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/12/2026 1:08:00 AM

Fort Worth, Texas – In their FEI Dressage World Cup Final debut, Christian Simonson and Indian Rock with their Rocky franchise-themed choreography, energized an already engaged and supportive crowd in Dickies Arena. The pair earned a personal-best score of 83.810% in the Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup Final Grand Prix Freestyle, making another historic finish for the U.S. in the annual individual championship. Becky Moody (GBR) and Jagerbomb took the win, receiving an 88.330%, while...

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...

Christian Simonson and Indian Rock Make Mark for USA Dressage to Start Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/9/2026 11:21:00 PM

Fort Worth, Texas – Christian Simonson and Indian Rock led the way for USA Dressage on the first night of the Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup Final, earning a well-deserved podium finish in the class of 16 entries, after receiving a score of 75.412% from the judging panel. Becky Moody (GBR) and Jagerbomb took the top spot in the class with a score of 76.761%, while Patrik Kittel (SWE) and Touchdown earned third with a 72.869%. The highlight Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup Final Grand...

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...

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 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...

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...

Farrington Hoists Trophy in $1,000,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open Grand Prix CSI5* After Stellar Evening with Greya

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/29/2026 12:13:00 AM

Wellington, Fla . – Kent Farrington (USA) and Greya rose to the top of the standings after a stellar jump-off performance to take top honors in the highest rated Grand Prix in Wellington International history, the $1,000,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open Grand Prix CSI5*, a Rolex Series Event. Before a sold-out crowd surrounding the International Ring, the duo stopped the timers in an impressive 42.99 seconds to secure their position at the top of the podium ahead of Ben Maher (GBR) and Enjeu...

US Equestrian Announces Updates to USEF Dressage Pathway Program Lists

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/26/2026 2:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce updates to the USEF Dressage Pathway Program lists. The following combinations have met the necessary eligibility criteria and have been added to the respective program lists. Geñay Vaughn and her partner, Gino, the newest additions to the USEF Dressage Pre-Elite Program. (©Terri Miller) “It’s been exciting to see such positive results early in the 2026 season, particularly with so many athletes and horses...

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...