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No place for Dujardin as Team GB look to defend their European Dressage Title in France
The Championship
This year's FEI Dressage European Championship will head to Jiva Hill in Crozet, France for the first time in the event's history. Taking place from 27–31 August, this is the 32nd edition of the competition, which has been running since 1963. A total of 21 nations feature on the nominated entries list, with 14 of those submitting enough entries to be included in the team competition.
While reigning European Champion Jessica von Bredow-Werndl will not be returning to defend her title, following the retirement of TSF Dalera BB, the silver medal-winning combination of Lottie Fry and Glamourdale will be looking to do one better this year.
Great Britain are also the current title holders, with Carl Hester and Fame returning to defend the team gold medal they won in 2023 alongside Lottie and Glamourdale (and of course Charlotte Dujardin and Imhotep along with Gareth Hughes and Classic Briolinca). Silver medallists Germany and bronze medallists Denmark will also be on the hunt for a top placing.
The Venue
Jiva Hill Stables combines top class facilities with a breath-taking location. Built in 2006 as part of the Jiva Hill Resort near the French-Swiss border, not only does the 50-hectare estate have Mont Blanc as its backdrop, but recent upgrades means that it can boast world-class footing across its training arenas, an indoor arena with air conditioning and ample grazing areas for horses. It has played host to international competitions since 2017, including CDI5* competitions from 2023.
British Squad
Lottie Fry with Van Olst Horses and her own Glamourdale and groom Richard Hauwaerts
Andrew Gould with Tatiana and Max Skillman’s Indigro and groom Natalie Campbell
Carl Hester with Fiona Bigwood, Mette Dahl and his own Fame and groom Lucy Scudamore
Becky Moody with Jo Cooper and her own Jagerbomb and groom Kim Masson
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