Sebodner Kathrin Brugger represents Austria at Dressage World Cup!

Sebodner Kathrin Brugger represents Austria at Dressage World Cup!

Seeboden, Österreich - Kathrin Brugger from Seeboden will represent Austria at the World Cup of young dressage horses. The World Cup will take place in Verden, Germany, from 4 to August 10, 2025 and is considered the most important competition for five, six and seven-year-old dressage horses. Brugger is the only Austrian duo that was able to qualify for the championship and will compete with her six -year warm -blood mare “Stella’s Highlight”. The official farewell was organized on July 24, 2025 by Mayor Thomas Schäfauer and sports officer Horst Zwischenberger and was supported by the sponsors Astrid and Manfred Siller, as Klick Kärnten.

The qualification for the World Cup is a complex process. Brugger, which already has four European Championship participation in the youth area and has won numerous medals at state championships and twelve national championship titles, has to face intensive criteria. Only one rider-horse pair per nation may take part in the competition.

Review of the sightings

The path to the World Cup started with a first sighting, which took place on May 26 and 27, 2025 in the Stadl-Paura horse center. A total of 15 horse-rider pairs competed here to qualify for the event. The sighting found under the direction of Dr. Ulf Möller took place and focused on the evaluation, training work and individual feedback. The best -known horse was Kathrin's “Stella’s Highlight” in this sighting, which convinced among the six -year -old participants. In addition to her, other talented couples also competed, such as indigo law and Basilius mbh, who were registered for the age group of the seven -year -old horses. Further details on the participants can be found on EQWO.

The second sighting, which took place on July 16, 2025 in the Reitsport Center South in Oisnitz, played a crucial role in the final selection of the posted horses. For the district of Spittal an der Drau and numerous equestrian friends throughout Austria, Brugger's appearance is the source of great anticipation and hope for an outstanding performance in Verden.

a strong team

Kathrin Brugger describes her horse “Stella’s Highlight” as more than just a tournament horse. For her, Stella is a partner, a mirror and even a teacher. She is particularly grateful to her mother, who supports her as a trainer and makes a significant contribution to her sporting career. In Seeboden, Brugger was awarded the bronze and silver honor for their sporting commitment.

The entire region and especially the equestrian friends Kathrin Brugger keep their fingers crossed for their upcoming competition in Verden. The upcoming competition promises exciting moments and high emotions, while Brugger and Stella are fighting for the best placements.