The 2025 CDI Aachen Festival 4 dressage featured intense competition in the youth classes, with Danish and Belgian riders dominating the pony, junior, and young riders’ divisions. German Madlin Tillmann and French Mathilde Juglaret stood out, with Tillmann winning all three pony tests and Juglaret showcasing a strong performance in the Young Riders division. The event saw a strong turnout of Belgian and Danish riders, with Dutch pairs opting to compete in the CDI Tolbert instead.
The Danish pony riders excelled in the competition, with Madlin Tillmann claiming victory in all three tests aboard Mister Prime Time. In the Children division, Belgian newcomer Shirley Vanerom impressed with consistent performances, while the junior division saw Danish riders Rikke Schoubye Johansen and Clara Cordes Arnkjaer dominating the top spots. The Young Riders division featured a close battle between French rider Mathilde Juglaret and Belgian Liezel Everars.
The Festival showcased a range of classes, with Belgian Suraya Hendrikx and Jorinde Verwimp securing wins in the small tour division. The Under 25 division saw British rider Harrison Ashton and Swedish rider Siri Ehrnrooth emerging as winners in the Short Grand Prix and Kur, respectively. Overall, the event provided a platform for talented young riders to showcase their skills in a competitive environment.
