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The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association has announced the debut of the IHSA Team Challenge, an educational competition for collegiate Hunt Seat and Western riders. Running from April 1 to May 1, the challenge invites Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) members to test their horsemanship knowledge through an online quiz for a chance to win team prizes.

In an official statement, the FEI emphasizes the critical role that media and scientific research play in advancing equestrian sport and improving equine welfare. While welcoming diverse perspectives—including critical voices—the federation warns against the damaging effects of misinformation caused by omissions, misrepresentations, or lack of context.

Adrienne Lyle’s recent wins on Helix in the CDI5* have propelled her to the forefront of the Global Dressage Festival's prize money standings for this premier winter equestrian series. Lyle, a three-time Olympian including the recent Paris Games, has accumulated $36,900 riding the 13-year-old gelding, who is owned by Zen Elite Equestrian Center located in Ft. Lauderdale.

The Toowoomba Showgrounds has been confirmed as the venue for equestrian events during the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. This decision follows a 100-day review of potential stadium options carried out by the Games Independent Infrastructure Coordination Authority (GIICA), which presented its findings to the Queensland Government on March 8, 2025.

Following Kathrin Glock’s decision to shut down the Glock Horse Performance Center (GHPC) in the Netherlands, several horses have now been officially transferred to Austria.