Four Dressage Riders Selected for 2026 KNHS Talent Team

Fri, 03/20/2026 - 08:51
The Netherlands
Robin Heiden and the Jazz-clone Hollywood in the Under 25 division at the 2026 CDI Lier :: Photo © Digisgits

The Dutch Equestrian Federation (KNHS) announced the "KNHS Talent Team" at the 2026 CDI-W 's Hertogenbosch.

Four dressage riders have bee selected for the 2026 group alongside two eventers, five show jumpers and one para dressage rider. 

Riders on the KNHS Talent Team can be maximum 25 years of age and have been selected by the Dutch team trainers. Their submission to the Talent Team is a recognition of their achievements and potential for the future. Members on the talent team get financial support for extra training and coaching for their top sport career.

The four selected dressage riders are Under 25 rider Marten Luiten, who has been a member of the talent team since 2020, and Under 25 rider Robin Heiden, who became a member in 2024. Two dressage riders are new comers: young riders Tessa Kole and Micky Schelstraete

Photo © Digishots

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