EVENG

EVENG, or the European Eventing Championship, is a prestigious annual competition for the equestrian sport of eventing. This discipline combines dressage, cross-country, and show jumping, testing the all-around skill and bravery of horse and rider. The championship is organized by the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) and typically takes place in late summer or early autumn.

The format of the European Eventing Championship mirrors that of other major eventing competitions. It usually begins with a dressage phase, followed by the demanding cross-country course, which includes a variety of fixed obstacles over a set distance. The competition concludes with the show jumping phase, held in a stadium environment. The horse and rider combination with the lowest penalty points across all three phases is crowned the champion.

Nations participating in the European Eventing Championship field a team of riders, usually four, with the best three scores counting towards the team total. Individual medals are also awarded. The venue for the championship rotates among member nations of the FEI. These championships are a significant stepping stone for riders aiming for Olympic success and are a key event in the international eventing calendar, attracting top athletes and a considerable audience.