Drysdale Dressage Day (Statene Park)

Reg Cleland has been recognised for an extraordinary lifetime of service to equestrian sport, receiving a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division as part of the 2026 Australia Day Honours List.

The full range of classes traditionally offered at the Sydney CDI will not be possible in 2026 with only three competition areas available due to arena resurfacing works.

Oliver Townend has announced the retirement of four-time CCI5* winner Ballaghmor Class, with the 19-year-old eventing legend set to make an appearance at Burghley Horse Trials in September for an official retirement ceremony.