German riders swept the top five placings to the delight of the home crowd in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle at the Stuttgart German Masters.

Five women topped the categories at the FEI Awards Gala 2022 in Cape Town, decided 50% by the public and 50% by judges’ votes.

Canadians Ryan Torkkeli and Jessica Phoenix both had podium finishes last weekend in Germany and Virginia, respectively.

A reception at the Tanbark Club at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair celebrated athletes, horses, owners and volunteers.

The Quebec rider consistently achieved outstanding results at the Under 25 level in 2022 riding Sound of Silence.

It was a triumphant comeback for the German rider, who had a baby in August, aboard her longtime partner TSF Dalera BB in Lyon, France.

A very small pool of candidates means that four riders will enjoy a “shoo-in” to the FEI sports committees.

Cities will be allocated in June 2023; the FEI will also consider bids for a full World Equestrian Games comprising all disciplines.

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

Santiago, Chile will host the 2023 Pan American Games Oct. 20–Nov. 5; EC has posted the criteria for Canadian dressage athletes.