Asian Equestrian Federation Cup-Youth Returns to India in a Grand International Comeback In 14 Years

  Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) is pleased to anunce Asian Equestrian Federation Cup- Youth (AEF Cup- CSIY-B), an FEI approved Asian level Showjumping event for youth riders. tournament will mark return of international equestrian to country after a gap of 14 years.

With aim to create more competitive opportunities for Indian youth riders, AEF Youth Cup will ensure world class competition at home. competition will see a total of 11 countries, including hosts India competing at Surge Stable in Bengaluru with state-of--art facility from October 11-13.

12 Riders from 11 Countries to compete at Surge Stable, Bengaluru from October 11-13

format of competition is of borrowed horse with an limit of 16-21 years for riders having a 115 cm maximum jump level.

India will have two participants - E Suryaa Aaditya and Avik Bhatia, as y topped selection trials held at Surge Stable in Bengaluru on Thursday, which was attended by 11 riders.

" EFI is proud to have successfully brought this FEI-approved international tournament to India after a 14-year hiatus. Hosting such a prestigious and competitive event is t just a point of pride for us at EFI; it’s a tremendous opportunity for Indian riders to experience top-tier competition right at home. This tournament allows us to showcase India as a promising destination for international equestrian events, enhancing our status in emerging global equestrian market. Moreover, it provides local riders with chance to excel in familiar conditions, furr elevating sport in our country," said EFI Secretary General Col. Jaiveer Singh.

Rest of 10 participating countries will be showcasing one rider each from Kuwait, Malaysia, Pakistan , Iran, Hong Kong, Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, Chinese Taipei and Uzbekistan will be seen in action.

Both Surya and Avik have risen through EFI junior rank competitions. Surya was a silver medallist at JNEC in both Dress and Jumping events in 2022. He has also won a silver medal at Grade III NEC event last year.

Avik was adjudged best junior rider (2023) and best young rider this year at Delhi Horse show. He is also a medal winner at junior and senior Nationals.