Olympic gold medalist Michael Jung has confirmed that his former Kentucky winner, Chipmunk FRH, will be returning to the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event next month. There is anticipation for a strong showing from overseas-based combinations and U.S.-based pairs aiming at the 5 competition. This may be one of the last 5 competitions for the 17-year-old Chipmunk, with the possibility of another Kentucky win for the pair.

In other news, Christoph Hess emphasizes the importance of mastering the basics in training for success in dressage and eventing. Top Olympic dressage riders like Steffen Peters and Laura Graves focus on biomechanics to fine-tune their positions and aids for harmony with their horses. The USDA has announced no changes to the Horse Protection Act for 2025, keeping existing rules in place for another year.

For amateur riders, competing at Badminton is a dream, and one grassroots eventer shares their journey to the LeMieux Badminton Grassroots Championships. The Chronicle of the Horse provides updates on efforts to strengthen regulations against soring, while stable View offers a look back at scenes from the March Eventing Academy and invites sign-ups for the next edition in July.