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After the age dispute - equestrian chairwoman Sandra Ruuda resigns
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After the age dispute - equestrian chairwoman Sandra Ruuda resigns

Sandra Ruuda is leaving her position as chairwoman of the Swedish Equestrian Federation. "I feel that there has been too much focus on me personally, so much so that there is no room for other issues and other activities are being put aside," she says in a press release
Open letter demands resignation of Swedish Equestrian Federation chairwoman Sandra Ruuda
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Open letter demands resignation of Swedish Equestrian Federation chairwoman Sandra Ruuda

The crisis of confidence is huge for Sandra Ruuda, chairwoman of the Swedish Equestrian Federation. Now demands are being made for her resignation in an open letter
Swedish Equestrian Federation backs down after criticism of 13-year age limit
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Swedish Equestrian Federation backs down after criticism of 13-year age limit

The Swedish Equestrian Federation pushed through a minimum age limit of 13 for participation in national and international competitions - and was criticized. Now the federation is backing down
Johan Fyrberg quits immediately - needs to switch up work
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Johan Fyrberg quits immediately - needs to switch up work

The turbulence within the Swedish Equestrian Federation continues. Secretary General Johan Fyrberg is leaving his post with immediate effect
The conflict continues - Swedish Equestrian Federation fires entire show jumping committee
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The conflict continues - Swedish Equestrian Federation fires entire show jumping committee

The 13-year age limit continues to divide Swedish equestrian sport. Now the entire show jumping committee has been dismissed by the Swedish Equestrian Federation
Responding to the stars' criticism: "Best for the children"
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Responding to the stars' criticism: "Best for the children"

The 13-year age limit for elite competition for riders is being discussed by Swedish world stars. The Swedish Equestrian Federation stands by the decision
Swedish stars set new 13-year age limit
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Swedish stars set new 13-year age limit

The Swedish Equestrian Federation is introducing a ban on elite competition for riders under the age of 13. The decision is being supported by world stars such as Peder Fredricson and Henrik von Eckermann
Riders under 13 are not allowed to compete at the elite level.
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Riders under 13 are not allowed to compete at the elite level.

Riders under the age of 13 will no longer be allowed to compete at the elite level. The Swedish Equestrian Federation will introduce an age limit of 13 from 2027
New blood rule hammered out – against Sweden's will
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New blood rule hammered out – against Sweden's will

Blood on showjumping horses during competition will no longer lead to disqualification. The Swedish Equestrian Federation and 19 other nations voted against the decision
Swedish Equestrian Federation Supports Falsterbo's Decision to End Partnership
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Swedish Equestrian Federation Supports Falsterbo's Decision to End Partnership

The Equestrian Federation welcomes Falsterbo Horse Shows' decision to terminate the collaboration with Al Shira'aa Stables, but condemns the threats and hatred directed at individuals. They have listened to the criticism, says Chairperson Sandra Ruuda
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