Para Dressage European Championship in Ermelo: Gazeti brought every movement to life

The FEI Para Dressage European Championship in Ermelo was a stunning display of strength, precision, and the unparalleled bond between horse and rider. From September 3 to 7, 2025, the National Equestrian Center was filled with the finest movements Para-dressage has to offer.

Robin Wubben led the vivid commentary with care and skill, supported by experts such as Monique Peutz, Frank Hosmar, and Nicole den Dulk. Together, they made every detail understandable and engaging, enriching the experience and making fans feel truly at one with the competition. One fan captured her experience perfectly: she felt the competition intensely thanks to the clear and passionate descriptions that perfectly balanced technical precision with emotional depth.

In this way, the event was not only a sporting achievement but also an inclusive experience that demonstrates how sport can bring people together, respecting everyone’s abilities and emotions.

The leading magazine Horsesport recently featured an inspiring article by Vanessa Martin Randin on behalf of the Fédération Équestre Internationale. This article discusses the significant steps being taken to make Para-dressage more accessible and to enhance the fan experience. Featuring insights and quotes from Richard Zwart, among others, the article underscores how innovations like Gazeti contribute to an inclusive sports experience that brings everyone—regardless of impairment—closer to the action. It emphasizes the importance of this evolution for the future of equestrian sports and invites readers to discover how technology and passion converge to make sports even more accessible.

For those who wish to read more, the article is highly recommended:
Improving Accessibility and Fan Experience in Para-Dressage

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