With less than two weeks to go, the competitor lineup for CDI Lier has been announced. From February 25 to March 2, 2025, the eighth edition of CDI Lier will take place at the Azelhof Equestrian Center. Featuring big names and the most exciting horses of the moment, dressage fans are in for a treat.

This year, CDI Lier will showcase some of the most talked-about names in dressage. Millenium-daughter Maxima Bella, ridden by Polish rider Sandra Sysojeva, captivated audiences at the Paris Olympic Games. At just eight years old, this mare became the first in Polish dressage history to break the 80% barrier last summer. At CDI Lier, this top combination will compete, and they will face some very exciting challengers.

Big names in the arena
Maxima Bella’s peer, Zonik Plus, stole the show at the World Cup event at Jumping Mechelen. Ridden by Belgian Justin Verboome, the stallion by Zonik will go head-to-head with the Millenium-daughter, as well as former World Champion Helen Langehanenberg from Germany and Dutch Champion Marlies van Baalen with Habibi DVB.

World Champion Fry brings rising stars
British rider Charlotte Fry, reigning World Champion and Olympic bronze medalist in Paris, will bring some of her future stars to Lier. She will compete with Especial-son Everest in the 1* competition and will also present last year’s 3* Freestyle to Music winner, Nespresso (by Negro).

Focus on youth
Once again, there will be plenty of opportunities for young riders to shine. CDI Lier will host classes for international Pony, Children, Junior, Young Rider, and U25 combinations. This provides young talents with an excellent opportunity to gain international experience and prepare for this summer’s European Youth Championships. Nearly all reigning Belgian youth champions will be competing, making for an exciting competition.

Dressage clinics with Kyra Kyrklund
Following last year’s success, Olympic dressage legend Kyra Kyrklund will once again host an inspiring dressage clinic on Thursday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. She will share her invaluable insights with all dressage fans in Lier. Entry to CDI Lier is free on the youth days (Tuesday, February 25 to Thursday, February 27). Weekend tickets are already available starting from €15.

The world’s largest indoor dressage event
For many riders, CDI Lier is a key event leading up to the outdoor season and the European Championships this summer. “We are very excited with this year’s lineup,” says chairman Wim Verwimp enthusiastically. “With nearly 200 horses, riders from more than 20 countries, and a waiting list, we can proudly call ourselves the largest indoor dressage competition in the world. CDI Lier attracts top names, promising an incredible week of sport for both competitors and spectators.” Additionally, CDI Lier is an excellent kick off for the organization, as from May 15 to 18, Belgium Dressage Event will host Belgium’s very first FEI Dressage Nations Cup.

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