Shubh Chowdhari from Chennai Shines at Junior National Equestrian Championships with Commanding Young Rider Debut- clinching 2 GOLD and 1 Silver

Fifteen-year-old equestrian Shubh Chowdhari from Chennai delivered an outstanding performance at the Junior National Equestrian Championships – held in Delhi from 26th December to 4th January 2026, marking a powerful and confident entry into the Young Rider (15–21 years) category—one of the most competitive divisions in Indian equestrian sport.

After a dominant previous season with three gold medals in the Under-14 category, Shubh stepped up to face older, more experienced riders and heavier technical demands. Competing across Dressage and Show Jumping, he demonstrated exceptional consistency and maturity well beyond his age.

In the Young Rider Dressage (Individual) category, Shubh secured Silver, scoring 71.636 points riding Balu (Horse Name) for Chennai Equestrian Centre (CEC). He went on to play a crucial role in the Dressage Team Gold, contributing the same strong score. Shubh also clinched Gold on Horse Foggy Bottom, in the Show Jumping Team (110–115 cm), while finishing 4th in Dressage Freestyle scoring 66.338 points and 4th in Show Jumping Individual on Horse Freezing Rain, narrowly missing additional podiums.

Adding to this success was an impressive performance at the FEI show jumping Championships, reinforcing his readiness for international-standard competition.and also meeting the Minimum Elegibility Requirement for YOUTH OLYMPICS GAMES (YOG) for India.

As per championship norms, medals were officially awarded in New Delhi on 4th January 2026, after results from both South and North Zones were consolidated.

Behind this success stands a strong support system—proof that achievement in sport is never an individual effort alone. Shubh trains under Coach Isabelle (Chennai Equestrian Centre), with guidance and mentorship from Coach Imtiaz Anees (Sea Horse Equestrian), Coach Harve (Switzerland), and Coach Commander Amit Maini (Flying Sea Stallion).

Reflecting on his journey, Shubh shared:

“Moving into a higher category was challenging, but I’ve learned to trust my training, my horse, and my team. I’m grateful to everyone who believes in me and pushes me to do better every day.”

With discipline, humility, and unwavering support behind him, Shubh Chowdhari continues to emerge as one of India’s most promising young equestrians.

From his coach and Mentor - Imtiaz Anees ( olympian Equestrain , India )- SeaHorse  Equestrian, Nargoal Gujarat.

A huge congratulations to Shubh for an Amazing year with a clear round at International FEI Cat A ; 1.30cm at the age of 15! And then to end the year with 2 Gold Medals and 1 Silver at the 2025 Junior Nationals. At such a young age has handled the pressure performed with style and grace and most important showed his dedication and hard work towards his commitment to be the best version of himself. I am so happy for him and his family for all the support and trust

From his dressage coach: Isabelle Hasledar (Chennai Equestrian Centre):

Shubh Chowdhury: A Young Rider Building Excellence Through Classical Training and Versatility. At just 15 years of age, Shubh Chowdhari is emerging as one of the most promising young equestrian talents in India.

Shubh has made an exceptional leap by upgrading to the highest level of competition at the Junior Nationals — the Young Rider category — where he competes against riders five to six years older than himself.

Commandar Amit Maini, Flying sea stallion, Banglore

A Rising Star in Indian Equestrian Sport: The Achievements of Shubh Chowdhari

India’s equestrian landscape is witnessing the emergence of a young, disciplined, and highly promising talent Shubh Chowdhari whose rapid ascent at both national and international levels reflects rare personal resolve combined with visionary mentosrship.

Today, Shubh Chowdhari is widely regarded as one of the most promising equestrian talents in India within his age category. His journey underscores what focused mentorship, methodical training, and unwavering self-belief can achieve. As he continues to progress toward higher international competition, the equestrian fraternity watches with confidence, hopeful that he will soon carry India’s Tricolour onto the world’s most elite arenas.