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Mumbai's young equestrians made waves at the Equestrian Premier League 2025 in Bengaluru. Taarini Lodha clinched gold in Dressage while Stasya Pandya dominated Show Jumping. Freya Deshmane and Yashaan Khambatta added podium finishes in higher categories. The event showcased India's rising talent in competitive equestrian sports.

Key Points: ARC Riders Taarini Stasya Freya Win Big at Equestrian Premier League 2025

  • Taarini Lodha wins gold in Children 1 Dressage with Knock Out
  • Stasya Pandya secures flawless Show Jumping gold on Jisamer
  • Freya Deshmane claims third in 115cm Jumping with Chopstick
  • Yashaan Khambatta and Yash Nensee impress in competitive 135cm class
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ARC's Taarini, Stasya, Freya and other riders shine at the Equestrian Premier League Show 2025

Mumbai's Amateur Riders' Club dominates EPL 2025 with gold medals in Dressage & Show Jumping as Taarini, Stasya, and Freya shine.

"I'm humbled to win gold—it's the result of hard work and support from my team and family – Taarini Lodha"

Bengaluru, August 3

Taarini Lodha, Stasya Pandya, Freya Deshmane, Yashaan Khambata and Yash Nensee representing Mumbai's Amateur Riders' Club (ARC) secured medals in multiple categories at the Equestrian Premier League (EPL) held in Bengaluru on Saturday, organised by Embassy International Riding School (EIRS). The competition saw over 130 riders from clubs across the country and was judged by some of the top experts in the sport.

On at the Equestrian Premier League 2025

Taarini Lodha astride Knock Out won gold in Children 1 Dressage with a fantastic score of 65.841%

In the Sub-Junior Show Jumping (80-90cm) category, Stasya, astride Jisamer, clinched the gold medal with a flawless round in 35.71 seconds.

Stasya Pandya delivered a composed performance in the Children's Dressage category, finishing joint 5th on both her horses, including Jisamer, with identical scores of 61.835%.

In the 115cm Show Jumping, Freya Deshmane, riding Chopstick, secured an impressive third place.

The 135cm Show Jumping category saw a competitive field, with Yashaan Khambatta delivering consistent performances to finish 3rd on Lord and 4th on Dolce Vita. Yash Nensee, astride D'Amour du Nenuphar, claimed 5th place in the same class.

Results Children 1 Dressage - Ranking/Player Name (Horse Name/Score)

Taarini Lodha (Knock Out/65.841%)

Results Show Jumping 80-90cm - Ranking/ Player Name (Horse Name/ Time & Penalties)

Stasya Pandya (Jisamer / 35.71 sec / 0 penalties)

Results Show Jumping 115cm - Ranking/ Player Name (Horse Name)

3. Freya Deshmane (Chopstick)

Results Show Jumping 135cm - Ranking/ Player Name (Horse Name)

3. Yashaan Khambatta (Lord)

4. Yashaan Khambatta (Dolce Vita)

After clinching the gold medal in the Children 1 Dressage category, 13-year-old Taarini Lodha from Mumbai's Cathedral & John Connon School says "I'm incredibly grateful and humbled to win the gold medal. It's the result of a lot of hard work, support, and belief, not just mine, but from everyone who's been part of this journey. I'm deeply grateful to my coach & club for giving me the space and support to grow, and most of all to my family, whose love, patience, and unwavering faith kept me grounded through the highs and lows. Equestrian sport isn't just a passion for me, it's a path I'm committed to pursuing with everything I've got."

- ANI

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Priya S
As a parent, I appreciate how equestrian sports teach discipline and patience to kids. But the costs involved make it inaccessible for most Indian families. Wish there were more affordable training programs.
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Rohit P
Stasya's double performance is impressive! Finishing joint 5th on both horses shows remarkable consistency. Bengaluru's EIRS facility is world-class - no wonder it's producing such talent.
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Sarah B
The ARC riders have made Mumbai proud! But I wish media gave more coverage to equestrian sports beyond just cricket. These athletes deserve equal recognition for their achievements.
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Vikram M
Freya's performance on Chopstick was brilliant! 👏 Interesting to see Indian names in a traditionally western-dominated sport. Hope this inspires more youngsters to take up riding.
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Kavya N
While celebrating these achievements, we must acknowledge the grooms and support staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes. The horse-rider partnership is what makes this sport magical!

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