equestrian Olympics

The equestrian events at the Olympics showcase the skills of horse and rider in three main disciplines: dressage, show jumping, and eventing. In dressage, riders perform a series of predetermined movements to demonstrate the horse's training and partnership. Show jumping involves clearing a series of obstacles in a timed course without faults. Eventing combines elements of dressage, cross-country (a timed course with jumps and natural obstacles), and show jumping, testing versatility and endurance. These events highlight the bond between horse and rider, requiring precision, athleticism, and mutual trust. Equestrian sports have been part of the Olympics since 1912.