Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Muskaan Bhatia clinched a gold medal as Amateur Racing Club (ARC) delivered an impressive performance at the prestigious Delhi Horse Show, which saw participation from more than 50 clubs and Army regiment teams, with around 800 horses competing across disciplines.

The ARC riders showcased strong skill and determination, securing multiple podium finishes and top rankings across categories.

Among the standout performers, Muskaan Bhatia clinched a gold medal in the Under-10 Dressage category, demonstrating excellent control and composure in a competitive field. She also achieved a commendable 6th-place finish in jumping among 56 riders, further highlighting her competitive form.

Expressing her excitement, Muskaan Bhatia said, “I am very happy to have won the gold medal at such a competitive event. This experience motivates me to keep improving my skills and perform better in future competitions to represent the state and country.”

In the jumping events, Ridith Raj Deora from Mumbai secured a bronze medal in the 90 cm Jumping category, competing among 140 riders, reflecting consistency and strong technical performance.

Continuing the medal tally, Team ARC secured the bronze medal in the Jumping Team Young Champion category, showcasing strong teamwork and coordination among its riders, including Ridith Raj Deora, Stasya Pandya, and Jaden Dsouza. Adding to the team’s success, Arya Chandorkar won an Individual Bronze Medal in the Fault-and-Out event, competing among 80 riders.

Team ARC finished fourth in the Junior category, competing against 24 teams, with riders Shaan Bharwani and Arya Chandorkar representing the team and underscoring its strong presence at one of the country’s prominent equestrian competitions.

Commenting on the performance, the team’s coach Bobin Tshering said, “We are extremely proud of our young riders for their dedication and strong performances. Their discipline and teamwork were clearly reflected in the results, and competitions like these provide valuable exposure for future success.”

The Delhi Horse Show continues to serve as an important competitive platform for young riders, providing exposure to high standards of equestrian sport and helping nurture the next generation of talent in India.

–IANS

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