Why Equitation Scientists Love Dressage Star Valegro

The British Grand Prix horse has become equitation science’s sweetheart. Find out why.
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It’s evident. Equitation scientists love Valegro.

Valegro, ridden by Charlotte Dujardin of the United Kingdom, who’s coached by Carl Hester, also of the U.K., is the new poster child of equitation science.

What’s so great about this magnificent 12-year-old gelding that catches the eye of pretty much every equitation scientist out there? Well, I mean, of course, besides the seemingly endless streak of gold medals and greater-than-90% Grand Prix dressage scores?

Actually, that’s just it. Valegro is—whether his trainers realize it or not—a product of equitation science. A true success story of learning theory at its finest. And the judges are rewarding him for it

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Passionate about horses and science from the time she was riding her first Shetland Pony in Texas, Christa Lesté-Lasserre writes about scientific research that contributes to a better understanding of all equids. After undergrad studies in science, journalism, and literature, she received a master’s degree in creative writing. Now based in France, she aims to present the most fascinating aspect of equine science: the story it creates. Follow Lesté-Lasserre on Twitter @christalestelas.

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