THE EQUERRY BRIEF
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THE EQUERRY BRIEF
The Premier Jumping League introduces a new team-based format backed by record investment, aiming to reshape the economics of elite showjumping while working within existing venues to strengthen the sport’s wider ecosystem.
Ahead of Switzerland’s vote on the Anti-SSR Initiative, CHI Geneva has voiced concerns over the potential impact on sports broadcasting. With support from leading athletes and federations, organisers warn that reduced public access could weaken visibility, sponsorship and long-term talent development across Swiss sport.
As expectations around welfare, governance and impact rise, FESA and EQuerry Co have partnered to ensure the future of equestrian sport is not only built responsibly, but clearly understood and valued.
A new generation of Chinese equestrians is moving beyond importing horses to importing knowledge. From British universities to elite training yards, these riders, operators, and owners are building a human bridge between the UK’s historic horse culture and China’s emerging market.
Kent Farrington converts his early lead into victory at the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final in Fort Worth, delivering a controlled final performance to secure the title.
Kent Farrington heads into the final day of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Final in Fort Worth with a clear advantage, but with cumulative scoring and a tightly grouped field, the outcome remains open.
Becky Moody and Jagerbomb convert their Grand Prix lead into victory at the Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup Final, delivering a freestyle that combined control with expression in front of a full crowd in Fort Worth.
Becky Moody and Jagerbomb lead the dressage standings after a controlled Grand Prix, while Kent Farrington and Toulayna take an early advantage in the jumping speed phase. With the Longines FEI World Cup™ Finals now underway in Fort Worth, early decisions are already shaping what remains possible across the week.
The 2026 FEI Sports Forum highlighted a sport evolving in structure, but still facing a gap in perception. From welfare and Olympic formats to communication strategy, the discussions revealed a clear need for stronger athlete-led storytelling and a more aligned approach to building trust with global audiences.
