Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Indian equestrian Nida Anjum Chelat, nidaanjum.com continues to make history on
the global stage by competing in the FEI Endurance World Championship for
Seniors. Building on her outstanding success in last year’s FEI Junior Championship,
Nida is once again set to make history and bring pride to India. The 22-year-old from
Tirur, Kerala, will proudly represent India at the FEI Endurance World Championship
for Seniors, taking place in Monpazier, France, on September 7th, 2024. This
prestigious event, conducted by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), is a
landmark moment for Indian equestrian sports as this achievement places her
among titans of global equestrian sports who have honed their craft in countries
known for their deep-rooted equestrian traditions and facilities.
Nida will compete aboard her mare, Petra del Rey, against 144 riders from 40
countries. Accompanied by her backup horse, Design du Claud, a stallion, Nida will
tackle the gruelling 160-kilometer course. Competing against the stalwarts of the
global equestrian sports from powerhouses like UAE- Bahrain - Italy - Spain -France
- Uruguay- Argentina- Britain-Hungry —nations that have long dominated the
endurance championships—Nida’s entry is nothing short of a milestone. These are
countries that have invested heavily in their equestrian programs, with resources,
training facilities, and a history of producing world-class riders. With challenges in
resources and facilities compared to her global counterparts, Nida’s journey for the
FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors is a moment of immense pride for
India.
“I am incredibly excited and honoured to represent India at the Endurance World
Championship for Seniors,” said Nida Anjum Chelat.“The experience and
confidence gained from last year's Junior Championship have fueled my drive for this
challenge. It’s incredibly inspiring to receive so much love and support from
everyone around me, and it motivates me to give my very best for our country on the
global stage,” she shared.
The FEI championships are among the most esteemed in the equestrian world and
competing in them places Nida among the top endurance riders globally. The
competition demands not just physical fortitude but an unbreakable bond between
rider and horse, as they navigate a course that truly tests their mettle. The
championship is renowned for testing the endurance, skill, and synergy between
Following her historic completion of the FEI Junior Championship last year, Nida Anjum Chelat
continues to make history on the global stage
rider and horse, with challenging loops designed to push both to their limits.
Nida has already made history by becoming the first Indian to complete the FEI
Equestrian World Endurance Championship for Juniors and Young Riders last year.
She accomplished the 120 km course in just 7 hours and 29 minutes, competing
alongside 70 riders from 25 countries with her horse, Epsilonn Salou.
As Nida gears up to make history again at the FEI Endurance World Championship
for Seniors, her journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring equestrians in India and
a proud moment for the nation, standing firm among the world’s best and making the
nation proud. Race can be followed on the Yamamah App
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