Dutch Team selected for 2019 European Dressage Championships

Wed, 07/24/2019 - 11:09
The Netherlands
Anne Meulendijks and Avanti at the 2019 CDIO Aachen :: Photo © Astrid Appels

The Dutch Equestrian Federation has announced the team that will represent The Netherlands on home turf at the 2019 European Dressage Championships in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, on 20 - 25 August 2019. 

Team trainer Alex van Silfhout made his selection based on the riders' performances at the Dutch National Championships and CDIO Geesteren, as well as taking CDI scores into consideration.

There is little surprise in the Dutch team which includes

  • Edward Gal - Zonik  (by Zack)
  • Hans Peter Minderhoud - Dream Boy  (by Vivaldi)
  • Emmelie Scholtens - Desperado (by Vivaldi)
  • Anne Meulendijks - Avanti (by United)

The reserve rider is Adelinde Cornelissen on the home bred Zephyr (by Jazz).

Photo © Astrid Appels

Related Link
Eurodressage Coverage of the 2019 European Dressage Championships