Para Dressage Shines at the 2024 Paris Paralympics with Stunning Performances

The Equestrian events at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games are in full swing, taking place in the stunning grounds of the Château de Versailles. Para dressage, which has been part of the Paralympics since 1996, is the featured event, with competitions spanning from September 3rd to September 7th. The program includes the individual grand prix, team grand prix, and individual freestyle events, categorized into five grades based on the athletes’ physical abilities.

In these events, riders like Fiona Howard from the U.S. have made significant strides. Howard, making her Paralympic debut, won gold in the Grade II freestyle dressage with an impressive score of 81.994%, riding to the music of Avatar. This performance helped her secure triple gold in her first Paralympic Games​(

Team GB remains dominant in the sport, having collected 64 medals since 1996. Top athletes to watch include Natasha Baker and Lee Pearson, both of whom have multiple Paralympic titles​(

These events continue to highlight the incredible skill and determination of para equestrians, as they compete on one of the most prestigious stages in the world.