World Championships
Dressage rider Jess Dunn has switched her nationality to represent Ireland and is aiming for selection to this summer's World Championships. Based at White Hill Stud in Lancashire, she debuted for her new country last month at Lier CDI3* with her top horse Dan Its Carston.
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South African long jumper Luvo Manyonga is set to compete at the World Indoor Championships in Poland on 22 March, marking his return to the global stage after seven years. The 35-year-old, who has overcome addiction and two suspensions, achieved a season-best jump of 8.11m recently.
Ahead of the 2026 World Championships in Aachen, British Paralympic and European para dressage medallists have called for increased awareness and spectatorship to highlight the sport as an elite discipline. Riders like Mari Durward-Akhurst and Sophie Wells emphasise the need for better visibility to inspire others and address challenges such as low entries. British Dressage affirms its commitment to promoting para events equally with able-bodied competitions.
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British Paralympic medallist Sophie Wells has announced a new ride, MSJ Gold Standard, as she targets selection for the 2026 World Championships in Aachen with two horses. The nine-year-old mare, known as Gracie, made her debut with Wells at Vale View on 1 February, scoring 72.56% in a grade V grand prix A test. Wells also provided an update on her Paris medallist, Diana.
Great Britain has named its squad for the 2025 Road Cycling World Championships, featuring a mix of experienced riders and rising stars. The selection aims to build on recent successes in international competitions. The championships are scheduled for September 21-28 in Rwanda.