Great equestrian sport in Neustadt: International riders measure themselves!

Great equestrian sport in Neustadt: International riders measure themselves!

On Saturday afternoon, January 11, 2025, the course was set up in the Graf-von-Lindemann-Halle in Neustadt (Dosse). Ten obstacles, measured precisely on the centimeter, shape the picture. As part of the 23rd International Jum Tournament CSI, which began on January 8, 2025 and continued until January 12, places high demands on the participants with obstacles of up to 1.45 meters. A helper crew under the direction of Daniel Schwager was responsible for this, whereby Schwager himself has been involved in this tournament for ten years.

The organizers start building an hour before the first exams. Four course builders and a boss are also involved in the creation of the obstacles. Among the helpers is Clara Gaebert, a 21-year-old woman who was trained in the field of horse hosts and is currently studying in Berlin. Gaebert, who won the German championship title in the four -way battle in 2018, has not yet ridden the CSI Neustadt.

successful start for Holger Wulschner

Holger Wulschner, the defending champion, shone on Saturday afternoon with a flawless ride and a time of 53.95 seconds. He praised the helpers and the high quality of the tournament. With over 120 riders from eleven nations, the CSI is one of the most important equestrian sports events in Germany at the beginning of the year and marks the start into the European Championship year.

A total of 22 exams are on the program, which attract around 60,000 euros with a total prize money. Among other things, the event offers a jumping test for amateurs that comprises obstacles of up to 1.40 meters high. A special Highlight of the event is the “shop window of the best”, in which the best dressage and jumping stallions were crowned on Friday evening.

outstanding competitions in prospect

The championship, which is important for the world rankings, takes place on Saturday from 2 p.m. The large price of the state of Brandenburg, which provides for a jump -off for the international elite, will also be held this Sunday.

The talents traveled are figures such as André Thieme from Germany and Lars Bak Andersen and Christian Jansen from Denmark. In addition, young riders from Brandenburg, including Anna Jurisch, Paula Fischer and Lilli Ladwig.

For the accommodation of the horses, around 300 horse boxes are prepared. The Graf-von-Lindenau-Halle has space for around 1,500 spectators, and ticket sales are successful. Tickets are available online and sufficient parking spaces are available and well signposted.

Pferdersport in Germany is very popular. Over 80% of the athletes surveyed state to pursue riding disciplines in their free time. The English disciplines such as dressage and jumping are particularly important. This event in Neustadt (Dosse) is not only an important date in the national riding calendar, but also a very special moment for the riders and their horses, which can show themselves on the big stage.

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