Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) in the news

The Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) has set a three-year target for Nigeria to achieve full membership by developing its equestrian infrastructure, personnel, and competitions.

Indian rider Lt Col Ashish Malik and his horse Linus Z have qualified for the FEI WBFSH Eventing World Breeding Championship, a first for India.

The Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) has set a three-year target for Nigeria to meet full membership requirements, focusing on improving equestrian structures, training, and grassroots participation.

Three candidates are running for the FEI presidency, but the campaign lacks public debate and suspense, with Sabrina Ibáñez being the clear favorite.

The Fédération Equestre Internationale is overhauling its Dressage Rules, focusing on how to integrate "harmony" between horse and rider into judging scores amid welfare concerns and public scrutiny.

The Fédération Équestre Internationale will inspect Nigeria's equestrian facilities as the Nigeria Equestrian Federation seeks full affiliation after national Olympic recognition.

A FEI delegation is visiting Nigeria to assess its readiness for international affiliation, evaluating governance, facilities, and development programs as Nigeria seeks to integrate into global equestrian sports.

The Fédération Équestre Internationale is visiting Nigeria to assess its bid for affiliation and integrate its equestrian sport into the international system.

The FEI updated its Prohibited Substances List for equestrian sports, effective January 1, 2027, reclassifying and adding new substances.

The FEI has warned the Equestrian Federation of India of potential suspension due to its failure to finalize a new constitution and hold democratic elections, following an expired deadline set by an ad hoc committee.

The global equestrian sports authority, FEI, threatens to suspend the Indian equestrian federation for failing to hold elections and addressing governance issues.

The global equestrian body, FEI, is threatening to suspend the Equestrian Federation of India due to its failure to hold elections and comply with court orders regarding its constitution.

The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) threatens to suspend the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) for failing to implement a new constitution and hold democratic elections, violating international governance standards.

Alex Atock, a former chief veterinary officer and head of the FEI's veterinary department, significantly advanced international equine welfare regulations and practices.

The FEI Tribunal suspended rider Heath Ryan for 18 months and issued fines for horse abuse and violating conduct rules, following an investigation sparked by allegations and a social media video.

Nicole Barraud-Estoppey, with a background in political science and communication, has been appointed as the new Director of Communications for the International Equestrian Federation (FEI).

The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) is lifting restrictions on Russian riders and allowing international competitions in Russia again, effective October 5th.

The FEI is lifting its ban on Russian equestrian athletes and officials and will allow international events to be held in Russia again from October 5.

The FEI has published new unified rules for show jumping tack and equipment, effective February 2027, following a comprehensive modernization process.

Australian Olympian Heath Ryan was suspended for 18 months by equestrian's international federation for whipping a stallion.