Jr National Equestrian: Bhoowan and Arshad Shine as Championship Ends with Record Participation
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New Delhi, Dec 30 (NationPress) Akshat Vishnoi and Aadit Ghosh stood out as the premier riders while Bhoowan achieved a gold medal on the final day of the Junior National Equestrian Championship (JNEC) 2024, which concluded on Monday after seven days filled with exciting competition in Show Jumping, Dressage, and Tent Pegging at the Army Equestrian Centre here.
The championship set a remarkable record with over 700 participants, marking its highest-ever registrations and reinforcing its status as a leading platform for young equestrian talent in India.
The event celebrated remarkable performances across various categories on its concluding day, with Akshat Vishnoi and Aadit Ghosh of the Army Polo and Riding Centre jointly receiving the Best Rider trophy in the Children II category.
In the Junior category, a three-way tie for the Best Rider title was established, with Ahaan Jaisinghani, Ranbir Singh Dhillon, and Arjun Mallaya sharing the honor. Previously in the championship, Raju Singh and Anupati Navyashree Sai were jointly declared Best Riders in the Young Rider category, while Jaiveer Singh Nagra earned the title outright in the Children I division.
The final day concluded the championship with thrilling action, as Bhoowan triumphed in the Junior Show Jumping Two Phase individual contest, completing the course on his horse Prithi in a swift 27.44 seconds. In the Children II division of the same event, Arshad A, riding his horse Tara, secured the gold medal in 26.62 seconds, demonstrating both precision and speed.
In celebration of the event's success, EFI Secretary General, Col. Jaiveer Singh, stated: “JNEC 2024 has excellently showcased India’s burgeoning equestrian talents, featuring remarkable individual performances and commendable team displays. Events like these are crucial in elevating the talent pool, providing our riders with invaluable experience, and assisting India in closing the gap with its international counterparts.
Such initiatives will undoubtedly lead to stronger global representation and better outcomes at events like the Asian Games and the Olympics. The dedication and skill exhibited confirm the promising future of Indian equestrian sports. I would like to express gratitude to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for their support during this event. I also extend my thanks to the Indian Army for allowing us to utilize their facilities, including the Army Equestrian Centre, to host significant events like JNEC 2024,” he remarked.
The team events at JNEC 2024 showcased the strength of collaboration among young equestrians. The Chetak Equestrian Sports Academy excelled in the jumping categories, winning gold medals in both the Junior and Children II Jumping Team events with outstanding performances across two rounds of competition. Meanwhile, the Chennai Equitation Centre demonstrated its prowess in the dressage arena, taking top honors in the Junior and Children II Dressage Team events.
The impressive turnout and displays at JNEC 2024 underscored the growing popularity and progression of equestrian sports in India, along with the championship’s significance as a premier platform for nurturing young talent.
