Bitless bridles are also now permissible in lower levels as one northern European country reacts to the challenge of 'social licence'.

The Danish Ride Forbund (DRF) decision is the first known case of an off-camera remark personnel being held to account.

Following accusations of leniency, the Dansk Ride Forbund has taken the unusual step of rejecting the decision of its own disciplinary panel.

Denmark hastily regroups after a leaked video sees Carina Cassøe Kruth replaced as reserve; rider admits her 'clear error'.

In that nation's first outing of the 2023 FEI Dressage Nations Cup season, they edged the Netherlands and Germany with strong scores.

Home team riders completely overwhelmed the opposition at the FEI Dressage World Cup series opening leg at Aarhus.

They were chased all the way to the finish by Great Britain who were just over one percentage point behind in silver medal position.