New Delhi, March 2 Indian equestrian Anush Agarwalla put up an impressive performance at the Belgium Dressage Events with Floriana, as he begins his qualification journey towards the upcoming Asian Games.
Competing against a strong international field, Agarwalla first entered the arena on Saturday with his 8-year-old straight horse, Floriana.
Starting 14th in the order, he delivered a confident performance to secure an impressive 68.85%, finishing fourth overall.
He returned on Sunday riding his 10-year-old gelding, Flynn, where he started fifth and delivered an even stronger performance, earning an individual score of 70.3%.
Achieving the 70% mark underlined both consistency and composure under pressure.
The Belgium Dressage Events are a crucial part of Agarwalla's Asian Games qualification campaign, with two more qualification opportunities remaining in the lead-up to the continental showpiece.
"Making my international debut here in Belgium with Floriana has been a proud and defining moment for me," Agarwalla said in a release.
"The level of competition is extremely high, and it pushes you to be sharper in every movement and transition. I’m very pleased with how Floriana and Flynn responded — they were focused, expressive, and gave me their full trust in the arena.
"We are building toward something bigger with the Asian Games in mind, and this is an important step in that journey.”
The series also featured fellow Indian rider Shruti Vora, with Anush delivering a higher score in the same leg of the competition.