FEI General Assembly Approves Restructured Jumping Rules with Enhanced Welfare Measures
The FEI General Assembly has overwhelmingly approved a restructure of the FEI Jumping Rules, with 96% of National Federations voting in favour. The new rules will come into effect on 1 January 2026 and introduce significant welfare enhancements for competition horses. Central to the changes is the approval of Article 259 on Jumping Recorded Warnings, which National Federations recognised as a meaningful step forward in protecting horse welfare. The new article introduces mandatory fitness-to-compete checks by the Ground Jury, working alongside the Veterinary Delegate, in all cases where blood is present. Horses will only be permitted to continue competing if
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