Anky van Grunsven criticizes the FEI for issuing a yellow card to a Brazilian rider at the 2024 Paris Olympics based solely on a single photo, despite multiple stewards confirming that all procedures were correctly followed. She argues that the FEI acted out of fear of public opinion rather than defending its own system and officials, which undermines the integrity of the sport and unfairly discredits the stewards who are often overruled and blamed despite their on-site authority.

Van Grunsven emphasizes that horseback riding should be celebrated for the love and bond shared between rider and horse, rather than being overshadowed by negativity and excessive scrutiny. She highlights that top athletes often show great respect for horse welfare and that the sport, at its core, is about joy and connection with horses, whether at the competitive level or simply enjoying trail rides.