Shruti Vora Shines in Thailand: Indian Equestrian Wins Silver at Asian Continental Championships

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New Delhi: Indian equestrian athlete Shruti Vora has made history by clinching the silver medal at the Asian Continental Equestrian Championships in Thailand's Pattaya. Riding her 13-year-old gelding Magnanimous, Vora scored an impressive 70.147 in the Intermediate I - Dressage Individual event. The 54-year-old athlete's exceptional performance has marked a significant milestone for India's equestrian program, particularly in dressage. This growth in the discipline began two years ago when India won a team gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games, followed by Anush Agarwalla's individual bronze medal at the Asiad. Vora's silver medal comes as a major boost after missing the Paris Olympics by a narrow margin. Her performance has reaffirmed her growing stature in Asian dressage and sets her up for a crucial 2026, which will feature the Asian Games in Japan. Other Indian equestrians, Divyakriti Singh and Gaurav Pundir, also had notable outings, finishing 5th and 16th respectively. Singh averaged 68.588 on her 12-year-old gelding Improver, while Pundir scored 63.853 on his 17-year-old gelding Electro. The Asian Continental Equestrian Championships feature seven stages of dressage, with riders judged on their ability to perform smooth transitions between walk, trot, and canter. Vora's routine showcased balance, rhythm, and smooth transitions, traits that she has consistently displayed throughout the competition. Her medal marks a significant achievement for India's equestrian program and sets the stage for a promising future in the sport. With the Asian Games in Japan approaching in 2026, Vora's performance has put her firmly in the spotlight, and her dedication to the sport is expected to continue inspiring future generations of equestrians.