As the largest combined indoor agriculture fair and international equestrian competition in the world, the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is always a thrill. For dressage fans, the 2025 edition offers extra excitement.

Building on the success of last year’s CDI3* Grand Prix classes – the first time competitive dressage was held at the Royal in more than a decade – organizers this year have received approval from the FEI to hold Canada’s only CDI-W competition. That means riders will have the opportunity to earn points toward qualifying for the FEI Dressage World Cup Final, along with a share of the $35,000 purse.

Eight riders will compete in the Grand Prix and Grand Prix Freestyle on Monday, November 10 and Tuesday, November 11. Entries are open to qualified athletes from all federations and selections will be made based on the current FEI World Dressage Rankings. While Canadians will enjoy the rare opportunity to earn World Cup qualifying points at home, the event is expected to attract an international field.

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