On Friday, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) released a preliminary list of 28 olympic events in Los Angeles 2028, including skateboarding, rock climbing and surfing, which were included in the list for their outstanding performances at this year's Tokyo Olympics. At the same time, the IOC specifically pointed out that boxing, weightlifting and modern pentathlon are not on the list, and need to speed up rectification and solve their own problems. For modern pentathlon, the International Modern Pentathlon Federation (UIPM) needs to identify alternatives to equestrian and overall competition forms.
Equestrian sports continue to be included in one of the 28 sports of the 2028 Olympic Games. The items on the list will be approved at the IOC meeting in February 2022.
This is exciting news for the venue obstacle course, dressage, triathlons and other FIMA events and the global equestrian community. This means that from the 1912 Olympics, to the 2024 Paris Olympics and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, medals in the equestrian event will continue to be awarded.
The International Federation of Horse Clubs (FEI) was founded in 1921 in part to ensure that equestrian sports remain in the Olympic games. As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the FIMA this year, the news from the IOC has thrilled horse lovers around the world and all the hundreds of millions of spectators enjoying the equestrian events of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Ingmar De Vos, President of the International Horse Federation, said: "The future of equestrian sport depends on our place in the Olympic movement. We need to ensure the global appeal of our campaign on media and digital platforms and continue to showcase relevant content and attract new fans. Engage young people in equestrian sports and inspire a new generation to aim for the Olympic Games. ”
"We have developed strong development programs around the globe for the next generation of athletes as well as fans and industry professionals, as equestrian sports are a multifaceted and extremely diverse way of life. How we interact with the younger generation is critical to our path to the future. ”
According to the Olympic Agenda 2020+5 issued by the International Olympic Committee, universality, integrity and equity, gender equality and popularity are highlighted as key elements in the assessment, and these criteria will be used to determine the sports and events included in the agenda. Athlete safety, environmental sustainability and maintaining the relevance of sport to youth are also reiterated as important considerations in the decision-making process.
Simon Morsinkhof, a 21-year-old young Belgian athlete, was delighted by the news, as he dreamed of having the opportunity to take the Olympic stage in Los Angeles: "Regarding the decision to keep equestrian sport on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic schedule, I think it is a good thing that the IOC is scrutinizing our sport because we should always put the health of the horses first. This allows us, the riders, as well as the rest of the sport, to keep an eye on the level of the race while constantly improving. ”
"For our young riders and other players in the sport, we are relieved to see that we can continue to chase our Olympic dreams and stay motivated."
3 billion people around the world watched the Tokyo Olympics coverage on television and digital platforms. They enjoyed a dramatic scene in the team final of the steeplechase, saw jessica von-Bredow Werndl's tears as she won the individual gold medal in dressage, and witnessed the historic moment when Julia Krajewski became the first female gold medalist in all three events.
There are also some great moments that come from athletes who are not traditionally equestrian powers, with the Chinese team making amazing progress in the steeplechase and triathlon teams, with Japanese rider Kazuma Tomoto finishing fourth in the triathlon and Indian rider Fouaad Mirza becoming the first triathlon rider in Indian history to qualify for the final. In addition, Estonia, Israel, Latvia, Luxembourg, Singapore and Sri Lanka are all competing in Olympic equestrian events for the first time.
FIA President Ingmar DeVos said: "I believe that equestrian sport embodies a unique bond between humans and horse athletes, and such sports will definitely have a place in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. ”
"Following the success of Tokyo 2020, the IOC's endorsement reflects the positive changes made by the INTERNATIONAL MADRID Federation and underscores our willingness to adapt and modernise the sport."
"We have more countries in the competition. Universality is one of the key requirements of the 2020 Agenda, while also making the sport more understandable and interesting a wider audience – standards that remain fundamental goals for the future. ”
The Olympic equestrian competition in Los Angeles seven years later is an exciting anticipation and outlook for everyone. The United States has a long tradition of equestrianism and has developed into an equestrian powerhouse that shines on the international stage.
With stunning views of the Santa Monica Mountains as a backdrop, Equestrian venues in Los Angeles offer the perfect opportunity to showcase our sport. Young riders today. Tomorrow's Olympic star, rest assured to rush forward!
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