Taarini Lodha, 12, Wins Gold at National Equestrian Event in Bengaluru

12-year-old Taarini Lodha from the Amateur Riders' Club clinched gold in the Dressage Children II category at the Concours De Dressage National (CDN) organized by the Equestrian Federation of India in Bengaluru. Athletes from across India participated. Lodha scored 68.5%, riding on Chase.

The Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) has successfully hosted the Concours De Dressage National (CDN) event in Bengaluru, where standout performances from young riders took center stage. Among them, 12-year-old Taarini Lodha from the Amateur Riders' Club triumphed with a gold medal in the Dressage Children II category.

Competing against top athletes from all over India, Lodha secured first place with an impressive average score of 68.5% while riding on her horse, Chase. Following closely behind were Harshini B, who secured second place with a score of 65.343% on Star Proof, and Kripa Jain, who clinched third place with a score of 65% on Christy.

In an emotional response to her victory, Lodha expressed immense gratitude: "I am extremely happy to have had the opportunity to compete at this prestigious event with international judges. I'm humbly elated to win the gold medal. I'm thrilled and grateful for this incredible honor, and I wish to thank my coach Bobin sir, my family, and my horse, who have all been instrumental in this success."

(With inputs from agencies.)