FEI Endurance World Championship 2024

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By: Mirjam van Huet MCM Tekst/FEI | September 9, 2024

France grabbed the gold, while China and Malaysia secured spots on the podium - a historic first in the sport.

For the first time in the history of the FEI Endurance World Championships, teams from China and Malaysia secured a spot on the podium, taking second and third places, respectively, while host nation France took gold.

The individual medals went to Melody Théolissat (France) riding Yalla de Jalima (bronze), Saeed Ahmad Jaber Abdulla Al Harbi (United Arab Emirates) with Castlebar Cadabra (silver), and HH Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa (Bahrain) with Everest la Majorie (gold). HH Sheik Nasser retained his world title, which he won at the 2022 FEI Endurance World Championship in Butheeb (UAE) with his horse Darco la Majorie.

“I intended to ride Darco here in Monpazier, but he got a slight injury,” the champion said the day after the competition. Instead, he decided to ride Darco’s half-brother, Everest la Majorie. This 10-year-old gelding finished second at last year’s test event in Monpazier, just 25 seconds behind Darco. “I knew Everest was also a top-level horse, but I didn’t expect us to win.”

When asked what the public can expect from him at the next FEI Endurance World Championship in Al Ula (2026), he replied with a spontaneous laugh: “Doing this a third time?”...

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India’s Nida Anjum becomes youngest rider to complete FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors

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By IANS
Sep 8, 2024

Monpazier: Nida Anjum Chelat, the 22-year-old equestrian from Kerala, created history by becoming the youngest rider in the world to complete the prestigious FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors in Monpazier, France.

Nida has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian woman to complete the Endurance Championship. Competing against 118 riders from 40 countries, she has solidified her place in Indian equestrian history with this remarkable accomplishment. This prestigious event, conducted by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), is a landmark moment for Indian equestrian sports. Nida’s remarkable journey saw her navigate a rigorous vetting process and tough competition from global equestrian powerhouses such as the UAE, Bahrain, Spain, France, Italy, etc, countries known for their deep-rooted equestrian traditions and facilities. A total of 45 participants only successfully managed to complete the race.

Riding her 12-year-old mare, Petra del Rey, Nida completed the 160 km course in just 10 hours and 23 minutes overcoming challenges that included six gruelling loops, with distances ranging from 20 to 38 km. During the championship, 73 horses were eliminated...

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World Endurance Champion awarded in official ceremony

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8 September 2024

Monpazier, Sept. 8 (BNA): His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, was officially awarded the gold medal after being crowned champion of the 160 km FEI World Endurance Championship 2024 in Monpazier, France. His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Chairman of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee; and His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment; other dignitaries; and the children of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad and HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad. HH Shaikh Nasser and the Royal Endurance Team celebrated the victory, which was met with widespread applause from the audience. The horse Everest La Majorie was awarded the Best Horse Condition Award. This marks the second consecutive year that His Highness Shaikh Nasser has secured the world title, following his victory in the previous championship held in Bou Thib, UAE. His Highness completed the race in 8 hours and 32 minutes, ahead of the UAE’s Saeed Ahmed Al Harbi, who finished second, and France’s Melody Theolissat, who took third. Royal Endurance Team rider Jaafar Mirza finished 14th. H.F, N.N, A.A

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Sheikh Nasser and France Win Endurance Gold

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07 September 2024
Words by Stacey Stearns

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HH Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa​ of Bahrain has triumphantly defended his FEI Endurance World Championship title, winning the Individual gold on Everest la Marjorie, a 10-year-old grey gelding and half-brother to his reigning World champion.

France won Team gold in front of a thrilled home crowd in Monpazier, defending their title. China and Malaysia rounded out the Team podium with silver and bronze.

“Well, I’m over the moon, I don’t have any words to describe this … coming here as a World champion is a big burden … defending and winning is difficult. I’m thankful for my team, my family, and everyone for helping me. It was a battle, the weather, the terrain, and we’ve done it with heart,” said Sheikh Nasser after his win...

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Emirati Knights Claim Silver in Endurance World Championship

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September 8, 2024
by Hatem Mohamed

MONPAZIER, France, 8th September, 2024 (WAM) – The UAE's equestrian team secured a remarkable second-place finish in the FEI Endurance World Championship. The grueling 160 km race, held in Monpazier, France, attracted 118 riders representing 39 nations.

The championship was graced by the presence of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, and other dignitaries from the equestrian world.

The Bahraini royal team, led by Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, dominated the event. Sheikh Nasser successfully defended his world title, clinching first place with an impressive time of 8:32:00 hours. This marked his second consecutive individual gold medal following his victory in the 2023 championship in UAE.

The UAE team's Saeed Ahmed Jaber Al Harbi earned the individual silver medal, finishing the race in a time of 8:32:51 hours.

U.S. Endurance Team Ready to Compete at 2024 FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors

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The U.S. Endurance Team at the 2024 FEI Endurance World Championship ©Terry Shampoe

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Sep 6, 2024, 12:00 PM

Monpazier, France. – With the completion of the first horse inspection at the 2024 FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors, the five members of the U.S. Endurance Team are set to begin their 100-mile (160km) ride beginning at 5:30 a.m. CEST (11:30 p.m. ET) on Saturday, Sept. 7.

The U.S. Endurance Team will be represented by Holly Corcoran and Lorienn, Heidi Perreault and Favailas Marechal, Jeremy Reynolds and Treasured Moments, Kelsey Russell and Juno Im Gold, and Cheryl Van Deusen and Madjule. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Lisanne Dorion and team vet Dr. Olivia Rudolphi with team leader Nicole Zerbee.

The exciting week of competition kicked off with the opening ceremony in the center of Monpazier, a historic village in the Southwest of France, on the evening of Thursday, Sept. 6. The vetting-in took place on Friday morning, with all U.S. horses accepted. The ride will take place over six different loops beginning at the Hippodrome de Marsales Monpazier. Course maps and additional information are available on the event website, wec-monpazier2024.com.

Competition Information

The CEI3* 160km ride will run on Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning at 5:30 a.m. CEST (Sept. 6 at 11:30 p.m. ET). Awards will be presented on Sunday, Sept. 8, with the closing ceremony at 10:30 a.m. local time.

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Endurance Aces Set for 2024 World Championship

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04 September 2024

Monpazier will play host to the planet's finest...

A total of 145 athletes and 155 horses are currently preparing to compete in Monpazier in the south of France for the FEI Endurance World Championship 2024.

Set in natural surroundings on the border of the Lot and Dordogne, the combinations will begin the 160km Endurance ride on Saturday, September 7. It's an interesting mix of participants: from the reigning world champion—on a new horse—to young and veteran talent.

As is customary at the FEI Endurance World Championship, all eyes are on the three Individual medallists from the previous edition, as well as the three national teams that reached the podium last time. The event will be shown live on Saturday on FEI TV...

Mediterranean countries aim to defend their positions

For the Team medals, it's up to the Mediterranean countries—France, Portugal, and Italy—to defend their positions. In the last World Championship in Butheeb they claimed the gold, silver, and bronze, respectively. Notably, all three nations have registered seven combinations, giving the chefs d’equipe in Monpazier the option to finalise their teams of five combinations each, right up until the day before the competition.

France's selection includes three riders who were part of the 2022 medal-winning team: Virginie Atger, Clementine Chaud, and Philippe Tomas. Additionally, France's vast pool of Endurance riders has provided new talent for the national team, including Camille Garbet, Melody Theolissat and Julien Lafaure

Portugal's selection features the experienced rider Ana Barbas, who has already won Team silver (FEI Endurance World Championship in Butheeb, 2022) and team bronze (FEI World Equestrian Games in Aachen, 2006). That performance in Aachen was partly due to Jao Raposo, who is also in the selection for Monpazier.

Italy has selected three riders who also competed in Butheeb, where they won bronze: Letizia Milani, Carolina Tavassoli Asli, and Costanza Laliscia. The latter brings two possible contenders to Monpazier: Fara du Barthas and Emirat du Barthas...

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