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Webinar: FEI presents changes to the freestyle judging system
The FEI is inviting all international dressage riders to a webinar on November 20, 2025 to present and discuss planned changes to the dressage freestyle judging system. The focus will be on the modifications to determine the level of difficulty.
DressageTop NewsNovember 3, 2025
Marcus Orlob & Jane Rise to No. 1 U.S. Pair in Latest World Rankings
Marcus Orlob and Jane are the top ranked American pair for the first time in the latest world standings.Marcus, based in Loxahatchee, Florida, is ranked 30th in the International Equestrian Federation's rankings, up two places from the previous month. Jane, the 11-year-old KWPN mare owned by Alice Tarjan, moved up to 27th from 42nd.
DressageTop NewsNovember 3, 2025
Spooky Season in the Saddle
As the leaves fall and pumpkins pop up in every barn aisle, it can only mean one thing — spooky season has arrived! Whether your horse is a brave eventer or a certified “spook at his own shadow” type, Halloween brings out the fun side of barn life. From costume classes to pumpkin treats, here are some ways horses (and their humans) get into the Halloween spirit.🦄 1.
OtherTop NewsOctober 31, 2025Video Available
Past Champions: Carlee McCutcheon Captured the 2023 ASPCA Maclay National Championship
As the countdown to the 2025 ASPCA Maclay Championship continues, we look back on 2023's remarkable winner, Carlee McCutcheon, who made history as the 90th champion of this prestigious equitation final.Commanding Start with Chacco StarRiding Chacco Star, a 2008 Oldenburg gelding by Chacco-Blue out of Carieny Z, McCutcheon delivered a commanding performance from start to finish to secure the title.
OtherOctober 31, 2025Video Available
John French and Crystal Blue Capture the $75,000 NHS Hunter Classic Title
John French and Crystal Blue shined under the bright lights of the Alltech Arena, claiming the championship title in the prestigious $75,000 NHS Hunter Classic at the National Horse Show.Their signature style, precision, and elegance over both rounds captivated judges and spectators alike, solidifying their reputation as one of the nation’s standout hunter pairs.
HunterOctober 31, 2025Video Available
Dreary Weather Can’t Dampen These Spirits
Despite the rainy, chilly conditions, Sheila Motley and Way With Words consistent performances over two days of competition secured them the Amateur Owner 36+ 3’6 championship along with the Grand Champion Amateur Owner 3'6 title.
HunterOctober 31, 2025Video Available
Vagabond de la Pomme passes away at age 20
Vagabond de la Pomme, who was highly successful both in sport and as a sire, is no longer alive. According to the Haras de Clarbec stud farm, the stallion sadly passed away on October 29 at the age of 20. With Pénélope Leprévost, Vagabond de la Pomme was an integral part of the French equestrian team for many years and also shaped modern show jumping horse breeding through his offspring.
JumpingTop NewsOctober 30, 2025Video Available
Change to the FEI blood rule?
A possible change to the "Blood Rule" will be put to the vote at the FEI General Assembly in November. The proposal comes from the International Jumping Riders Club (IJRC) and provides for disqualification to be waived in certain cases. Instead, warnings or continued riding after veterinary clearance could be possible.
JumpingOctober 30, 2025
Personal Best for Justin Verboomen and Zonik Plus in Lyon!
It was their first international competition after their double victory at the European Dressage Championships in Crozet, and they performed their magic once again with a new personal best! With 81.
DressageTop NewsOctober 30, 2025Video Available
Kaiden And John French Steal The Show
Kaiden and John French rose to the top in the second day of showing at the National Horse Show in Lexington, KY. Kaiden prevailed as the Rockstar Grand Champion Professional Hunter and John was crowned the Rockstar Leading Hunter Rider after claiming champion honors in the Green Conformation and reserve champion in Green Hunter 3’6 aboard Kaiden and Crystal Blue, respectively.
HunterOctober 30, 2025Video Available