Dressage
Read the latest dressage news from Australian and international events, discover training tips from the experts, and find out more about what's happening in the sport.
Australian dressage rider Kate Kyros and her KWPN stallion Intro K achieved a milestone Big Tour win in Germany, topping the Intermediate II equivalent test at Scherpenseel with 72.325% and unanimous firsts from all three judges.
'The Equestrian’s Inner Life', a new podcast hosted by Pernille Hogg, explores the unseen journey of riders. Launching with six-time Olympian Mary Hanna, it delves into connection, resilience, and the transformative bond between horse and human.
It was a moment of pure joy for Robyne Smith as she celebrated a long-awaited victory aboard her imported gelding, Lord Larry, at The Saddlefitter Brisbane CDI. For Robyne, the triumph wasn’t just about the ribbon; it was the culmination of years of persistence, patience, and belief in her horse.
A shared vision for horses – at the beginning of 2026, Olympic team champion Dorothee Schneider and horse breeder and owner Maik Kanitzky will launch their shared vision: an exclusive dressage training centre at Famos Stud under the sporting direction of the riding master.
Germany’s Bundeschampionate once again highlighted the country’s most promising young horses, with future dressage and jumping stars stepping into the spotlight. Influential bloodlines, including many represented by International Horse Breeders (IHB), proved their continued impact on both sport and breeding.
Broadford equestrian Stacey Rusic has been awarded a 2025 Churchill Fellowship to study and revive the historic art of side saddle riding, bringing renewed skills and opportunities to Australia.
Australian dressage rider Simone Pearce continued her winning form in Germany, taking victory with Will Marq and debuting her new partner, Jackson 116.