Shruti Vora Makes History as First Indian to Win Three-Star Grand Prix

Veteran Indian rider Shruti Vora became the first Indian to win a three-star Grand Prix event, scoring 67.761 points in the CDI-3 event in Lipica, Slovenia. She also finished second in the Grand Prix Special. This victory is significant as it falls in an Olympic year and stands as an inspiration for future riders.

In a landmark achievement for Indian equestrian sports, veteran rider Shruti Vora has become the first Indian to win a three-star Grand Prix event. The Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) announced this significant feat on Thursday.

Shruti, hailing from Kolkata, scored an impressive 67.761 points in the CDI-3 event held in Lipica, Slovenia, outshining Moldova's Tatiana Antonenco, who scored 66.522, and Austria's Juliane Jerich, who finished third with 66.087. The event took place between June 7-9.

Adding to her remarkable performance, Shruti secured second place in the Grand Prix Special, finishing just behind the Antonenco-Aachen combination with a score of 66.085. Shruti expressed her joy and dedication following the win, calling it a significant achievement in an Olympic year. EFI Secretary General Col Jaiveer Singh lauded her accomplishment, remarking that it's an inspiring moment for Indian equestrian sports and will encourage more women to pursue excellence in the field.

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