The video relating to the FEI investigation surrounding Charlotte Dujardin has been released into the public domain (see part of the video below). The training incident is currently under investigation by the international federation, and is the reason for Charlotte’s provisional suspension. She will not be able to compete until the conclusion of the investigation, in international or national events.

The video appears to show Charlotte whipping a horse’s legs during a training session in an indoor arena.


Yesterday (23 July), Charlotte said she was “deeply ashamed” by what she described as “an error of judgment” during a coaching session” that took place four years ago. She said what happened was “completely out of character” and that it “does not reflect how I train my horses or coach my pupils”.

Charlotte has withdrawn from all competition, including the Olympic Games, which kick off in France later this week, and said she will cooperate fully with the FEI, BEF and British Dressage during their investigations.

Her statement said:

“A video has emerged from four years ago which shows me making an error of judgement during a coaching session. Understandably, the International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI) is investigating and I have made the decision to withdraw from all competition – including the Paris Olympics – while this process takes place.

“What happened was completely out of character and does not reflect how I train my horses or coach my pupils, however there is no excuse. I am deeply ashamed and should have set a better example in that moment.

“I am sincerely sorry for my actions and devastated that I have let everyone down, including Team GB, fans and sponsors.

“I will cooperate fully with the FEI, British Equestrian Federation and British Dressage during their investigations, and will not be commenting further until the process is complete.”

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