German national equestrian coach Otto Becker has warned that the country’s elite competition horses are increasingly being bought out from under local riders by wealthy international buyers, threatening the nation’s long-term dominance in international show jumping. Following a successful run of championships on home soil, German equestrian sport faces a pressing structural hurdle. According to … Read more
Germany’s elite show jumping team experienced a stark reversal of fortune at the World Championships in Aachen, missing out on individual medals entirely just days after capturing a celebrated team gold. According to official tournament results, the final day of competition at the prestigious venue brought uncharacteristic faults—including fallen poles and refusals—that derailed podium bids … Read more
The German dressage team secured the gold medal at the World Championships in Aachen, delivering a commanding performance on home soil. Reporting from the iconic venue in Germany, the host nation’s quartet outpaced strong international competition to claim the top step of the podium, leaving Great Britain to take the silver medal and Denmark to … Read more