Inaara Mehta Dominates Global Rankings at 2025 FEI World Dressage Challenge
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Mumbai, March 17 (NationPress) The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) has unveiled the rankings for the FEI World Dressage Challenge (WDC) 2025, showcasing the extraordinary skills of India’s young equestrian star, Inaara Mehta Luthria. Competing for the Amateur Riders’ Club in Mumbai, the 15-year-old rider, partnered with her horse, Dasha Deluxe, achieved a remarkable score of 69.875% in the Youth Category (ages 12–16). Inaara proudly claimed the top spot in India, ranked No.1 in FEI Zone 9 (which includes countries such as India, Singapore, Philippines, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and China), and an impressive No.6 globally.
Additionally, Inaara was chosen to be part of Team India alongside Gaurav Pundir, Miraya R. Dadabhoy, and Samanna Everaa T. Together, the team showcased a stellar performance, achieving the No.1 rank in FEI Zone 9 and securing the No.7 position worldwide.
The FEI World Dressage Challenge serves as a unique initiative to encourage the sport of dressage on an international level. This format allows international judges to assess riders locally in participating countries throughout the year, providing a consistent judging standard without necessitating travel for horses and riders. In 2024, the judging in India was conducted by Natalia Rubashko from Belarus.
Inaara Mehta Luthria, a dedicated student at Hillspring International School, expressed her gratitude for her success, stating, “I am incredibly thankful to my parents and my coach, Hriday Chheda, for their unwavering support throughout my journey. The bond I share with my horse, Dasha Deluxe, has profoundly enriched my experience and contributed to my success.”
This outstanding achievement underscores the rising stature of Indian equestrian talent on the global stage, highlighting the nation’s ongoing advancements in the sport.
Founded in 1942, The Amateur Riders’ Club (ARC) is one of the most prestigious and long-standing private civilian horse-riding clubs located at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai, India. The club offers year-round riding opportunities for both members and non-members, providing professional training across various equestrian disciplines including Polo, Show Jumping, and Dressage, and is home to approximately 150 horses. For over 84 years, it has been pivotal in promoting the growth of equestrian sports.