FEI Announces temporary suspension for dressage rival Charlotte Dujardin (GBR)

FEI has announced publicly the suspension of British Sporting athlete in dressage Charlotte Dujardin (FEI ID: 10028440) beginning on the day the announcement was made, that will be the 23rd July in 2024. This suspension will make her ineligible at the forthcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games or any other competitions that fall under the jurisdiction are under the control of FEI.

FEI have officially confirmed the suspending of British Dressage athlete Charlotte Dujardin (FEI ID: 10028440) starting immediately upon notification, which is 23 July 2024. *

The decision renders her unfit to compete at the coming Paris 2024 Olympic Games or any other events under the jurisdiction under the FEI. FEI.

The time for suspension, she is prohibited from participating in any activities connected to competitions or events that fall within the authority under the FEI or any other competition or event that is under the authority of a National Federation (NF). This includes any FEI or NF-related activities. Additionally the British Equestrian Federation has mirrored the suspension proviso and declared Ms. Dujardin unfit to compete in any competition in the national arena during this period of.

on the 22nd July 2024, FEI received a film showing the actress. Dujardin engaging with behavior which was in violation of the rules for the horses’ welfare. The video was made available to the FEI by the lawyer for the unidentified victim. Based on the information provided, the video was recorded a few years ago in the training course that was run under the direction of Mrs. Dujardin in an privately owned stable.

The moment they saw the video, after they received the video after receiving the video, the FEI immediately began an investigation. In the course of this investigation, Mrs. Dujardin, British Equestrian and British Dressage were informed of the allegations. Ms. Dujardin was given a date for a response of 17:00 Swiss time on July 23rd to respond to the accusations. At the end of the day. Dujardin said that they was the one on the video and she also acknowledged that her actions were inappropriate.

On July 23rd, 2024 Charlotte Dujardin requested to be suspended indefinitely while waiting for the outcome of the inquiry. She later voluntarily resigned from participating for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and added that she would not participate in any event until the end of the inquiry by the FEI.

The FEI will not tolerate any activity that could be detrimental to the health of horses. The organization has strict guidelines to address the issue. Our dedication to ensuring the highest standards in the welfare of horses and sportsmanship is unstoppable.

FEI acknowledges the help of Charlotte Dujardin, British Equestrian and British Dressage in the current investigation and will proceed in the fastest manner that is feasible.

“We are very disappointed in this situation, particularly in the days leading up to 2024’s Olympic Games in Paris 2024. But, it is our obligation and it is essential to address any instances of abuse since horses’ wellbeing cannot be compromised,” FEI President Ingmar De Vos said.

“Charlotte expressed her deep regret over her actions and we appreciate her willingness to take on the responsibility of. In spite of the unfortunate date, this action affirms the FEI’s commitment to wellbeing of our horses, as they are guardians of our horse companions as well as respect for the morality of our sport. “

To maintain an integrity to the probe and ensure an investigation’s integrity FEI will not make any further comments on this issue until the investigation has been completed.

Correction This is the correct version: Correction: FEI first announced it was Charlotte Dujardin (GBR) has been suspended indefinitely for six months. In fact, the provisional suspension will remain in place pending the outcome of the investigation/disciplinary proceedings and the opening sentence should read “The FEI has officially announced the provisional suspension of British Dressage athlete Charlotte Dujardin (FEI ID: 10028440) effective immediately from the date of notification, 23 July 2024. “