Olympic dressage rider Heath Ryan banned 18 months for horse abuse
The global equestrian body suspended the 68-year-old for 18 months. A video showed him striking a horse repeatedly. He must pay 3000 Swiss francs in fines and legal costs.
Why it mattersThe ruling reinforces that equestrian sport holds athletes accountable for animal welfare, sending a message that horse abuse carries real penalties for careers and reputation.
AustraliaAustralian equestrians face the same standards as their global peers. The case echoes Olympic dressage champion Charlotte Dujardin's one-year ban before last year's Paris Olympics.
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