Chennai Equitation Centre’s Kevin Gabriel and Soulmate helped secure a historic gold at the Junior National Championships 2024, earning a silver medal individually. The team, which included riders like Eshan Sundaram and Punav Suresh, set a record with 18 medals. The academy, known for producing top riders, emphasizes the bond between horse and rider as essential for success in equestrian sports.
Kevin Gabriel, who started riding at 10, has already achieved significant success, including winning his first national competition in 2022. Under the mentorship of Isabelle Futnani, Kevin has earned 21 medals and 3 trophies, contributing to the team’s gold at the Junior National Championships. The Chennai Equitation Centre has been instrumental in nurturing equestrian talent in India, consistently producing riders for national and international competitions.
In other sports news, the Tata Mumbai Marathon will feature defending champions Srinu Bugatha and Thakor Nirmaben, along with top contenders like Asian marathon champion Man Singh and Olympian Gopi T. The Odisha government announced a three-year sponsorship for the Indian national kho kho team, aiming to promote indigenous sports. Additionally, India’s Anahat Singh won the U-17 title at the British Junior Open in squash, showcasing her talent on the international stage.
