India top the qualifiers with 515 points. Pakistan came second with 482.5 points followed by Nepal with 457.5 points. Belarus and USA finished with 220.5 & 183.5 points respectively.

Indian tent pegging team qualified for World Cup comprised of Dinesh G Karlekar, BR Jena, Mohit Kumar, Sandeep Kumar and Harikesh Singh.

Coach and Manager of Indian team Ahmad Afsar praised his riders “It has been an excellent experience for us and I am extremely delighted with the way our riders have performed all through the tournament. I would like to congratulate each member of our team & support staff. Their hard work, dedication and relentless efforts have successfully augmented in securing a place for India in ITPF World Cup.

Deputy Secretary General Asian Equestrian Federation Abid Tarin said, “It is a pleasure to witness the World Cup Qualifiers 2021 in India. As always, the warm hospitality and welcome extended by the National Equestrian Federation of India and the Organising Committee is beyond expectations.

We have witnessed some top level Tent Pegging at the event and the overall organisation of the event, fairness in the draw of lots and judging was totally transparent. We extend our gratitude to the National Equestrian Federation of India and the organizing committee EquiWings.

A Total of five teams including India, Belarus, USA, Pakistan and Nepal competed at World Cup Qualifiers held from 16 – 18 March 2021 at Gautam Buddha University Equestrian Ground, Greater Noida.

Mr. Rafat Bella, ITPF Board member from Sudan & Mr. Mansoor Al Mahrouqi ITPF board member from Oman were part of International Jury at the event.