Adora Nightingale gets new rider in Sweden

Mary-Sophie Haid Bondergaard's former team horse Adora Nightingale has a new rider. The Swedish junior-young rider horse will continue her career with a promising young Swedish competitor.

Mary-Sophie Haid Bondergaard, a noted rider in the Swedish junior-young rider scene, has parted ways with her team horse Adora Nightingale. The horse, previously under Bondergaard's guidance, is now embarking on the next chapter of her competitive journey with a new Swedish junior hopeful. This transition marks a fresh start for Adora Nightingale within the equestrian community in Sweden, where she has been a part of the national junior-young rider program. While details about the new rider remain limited, the move underscores the ongoing development of young talent in Swedish dressage. Bondergaard's decision to pass on the horse reflects the dynamic nature of equestrian partnerships, allowing both horse and rider to pursue new opportunities. Adora Nightingale's career highlights include her contributions to the Swedish team, and her continued participation is expected to bolster the prospects of the emerging rider.

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