by HorseMinute.com | Jan 19, 2026 | Dressage
The article by Olympic medallist Laura Tomlinson addresses why downward transitions in dressage tests often receive marks around 6.5 despite appearing accurate at the marker. Tomlinson explains that accuracy alone isn’t enough; judges look for transitions that...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 19, 2026 | Dressage
Buckham Fair, a popular vintage event in Beaminster organized by Martin Clunes, his wife Philippa, and a committee, will return on August 2, 2026. After a break since 2019 to allow the land and community to recover, the fair will raise funds for the Dorset County...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 19, 2026 | Dressage
Kayla Smit made history as Botswana’s first competitor in equestrian sports at the African Youth Games, returning home with a gold medal. Born in South Africa and raised on a family farm in Francistown, Smit developed a deep bond with horses from a young age, which...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 18, 2026 | Dressage
The EQUICIETY dressage Championship concluded successfully in Kuwait City after two days of competitive events at the Police Sports Federation arena in Subhan, attracting a record number of riders, including both men and women. Notable performances by riders such as...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 18, 2026 | Dressage
This systematic review published in Animal Cognition comprehensively examines how individual horse characteristics—such as age, breed, and prior experiences—and management practices influence equine cognition. The study highlights that younger horses exhibit greater...
by HorseMinute.com | Jan 17, 2026 | Dressage
Olivia Luscombe, a 15-year-old dressage rider from near Exeter, Devon, has been selected for the British dressage National Academy, a prestigious programme aimed at developing the sport’s future stars. Out of 40 young riders nationwide, Olivia earned her place through...
