Charlotte Dujardin's World Record Breaking Freestyle test at London Olympia

[@gilliangirl1]

I am 100% convinced Valegro knows he did well. He drops his head as they conclude and he shyly glances at the audience as they applaud wildly. He is proud, and he should be!

[@Eniramoi]

Valegro just stretches his neck, that's normal after such a performance

[@mia1685]

Eniramoi haha true😂

[@emilyandsquadadventures2237]

gilliangirl1 he was stretching his neck after being in the position for so long

[@eligil4629]

He definitely knows how talented he is, I met his yesterday (I know Ahh) at the end of a Carl Hester masterclass and his expressions and the way he presents himself... It was a bit like meeting the Queen!

[@thesingleequestrian413]

@@eligil4629 super jealous😁

[@NeemaAndGame]

I cried. Like seriously, this is to beautiful for me to watch. Showjumping might be exciting but dressage is just pure art.

[@sidilicious11]

.Monica I teared up too.

[@laurenxkirwan]

agreed! dressage is so underrated

[@teddybear5788]

This ride was art, I totally agree. Unfortunately a lot of people only see the competition, resulting in hyperflexion and other abusive training methods. I think that‘s why Dressage gets overlooked so much. But I think we can savely say that Valegro never had to go through this kind of thing.

[@zaralightningstone9653]

.Monica showjumping isn’t just exciting it requires timing certain strides agility strength skill and is very dangerous they are both difficult but don’t disregard it

[@lauryn4648]

I agree. Valegro just makes me cry with all sorts of emotion.

[@agneswiman6171]

And then we have people who say "It's easy, you just sit there" xD

[@callmecharlottex]

I know right!

[@jordged7034]

oof

[@verina4118]

Yeah, they should sit a trot of a horse. 😅😝

[@Tekyun]

Agnes Wiman well for a non horse person this doesn’t look like much of what the rider is doing xd But I agree totally

[@TheGypsyGirl77]

Agnes Wiman exactly! They don’t know how much is going on in our core and our mind for movements

[@snowwhite5842]

The horse has the grace of a world class ballerina. Most importantly he is enjoying the performance. So many high level dressage horses look like nervous wrecks through the performance. It’s a joy to see a happy horse performing at this level. The rider is obviously just as talented to be able to achieve these scores.

[@VikingHorseCreations]

Definitely. He is so relaxed. No swishing tail or nervous chewing. I wish that would be more common in high class sport

[@laurasteyn1939]

I can see that too, no chewing, his tail us relaxed qnd I can see the reins are slighy slack in her hands. Good too see

[@potatopotatoeOG]

@@VikingHorseCreations wow, i didn't know how you guys were telling it was relaxed. That's awesome to hear though

[@potatopotatoeOG]

@@laurasteyn1939 that's so sweet, that the rider seems relaxed too

[@acka.]

The poor horse is being pulled at the mouth and is behind the vertical for a lot of the test. I doubt he's happy about that, he's merely doing what he's being forced to. I wish Dujardin would stop being depicted as "the good one", the outlier who's doing things correctly, when she is still very much employing "modern dressage" methods of riding. Her reputation as a role model just hurts horses, both hers and of the people who try riding like her.

[@Equistephanie]

4:37 look at it. She rewards him in the middle of her test. I think we need to remember this moment. This is the most important thing in this whole dressage test.

[@ds4436]

So true

[@JumboJimbo100]

it makes her human and shows that she loves and appreciates her horse

[@marlarmodiva485]

Not fogetting that that technically isn't allowed in dressage, so it's so important to her that she risks a disqualification

[@jannabouman741]

On 5:31 as well. She is amazing.

[@anelisamorgan8590]

I love seeing a rider give their horse encouragement, whether their at the top (like these two), or at a county fair. If I start to watch a video with an unkindly rider, I can't watch.. but I love, love, LOVE seeing praise!! 😍

[@Gingergryphon]

That, my friends, was DRESSAGE :)

[@cindyb3704]

Indeed!!!

[@naomificagna]

True dressage mate, a dressage that makes the rider and the horse become a centaur, the animal is respected and the rider excelles

[@ingvildkvakestad]

Diane Sciacca yes I want to ride like that so bad

[@Emily.Russell]

It's beautiful

[@sillycrazyloopstraws5819]

Well it’s not showjumping is it

[@stevehilliard2342]

I am a 65 year old cowboy out of Northern Nevada, USA - thought that I had seen it all - but I was wrong - partner, you and that horse took the top part of my head off. I cannot express my respect and gratitude for your horsemanship and the magnificence of that animal. Happy Trails - I would cross the river with you anytime.

[@sherenmcdonald5185]

Respect ^

[@Dancereky]

Very well said.. :)

[@linaspirovska7027]

No wester saddlea here partner LOL!

[@linaspirovska7027]

Western*

[@me9266-m7z]

Cowboys on KZbin? Wow thats cool

[@KaregoAt]

Now this is beautiful dressage, no unnatural movements, the horse is flowing with every step and unless his tail is paralyzed it seems that he enjoyed as well, since there was no angry swishing that you see sometimes, even with the top rank performances.

[@emilyiannuzzi7116]

Yesssss!!!!!!!!!

[@MultiCanaris]

KaregoAt an other urban legend.Tail swishing has in dressage nothing to do with a horse being uncomfortable. It is a sign of being fully concentrated and espiacally with stallions nothing to twinker about.

[@KaregoAt]

MultiCanaris So the meaning of tail swishing changes immediately when a horse enters the show ring, when other body language stays the same? I find that hard to believe. And I don't mean the languid, fluid tail movements, I mean the aggressive, high-speed swishing in every direction, the same kind you see with show jumping horses after they hit a beam or come down wrongly. It's definitely a sign of the horse being uncomfortable.

[@ailaya5127]

KaregoAt It's amazing how this horse moves its tail in walk! The tail is the end of the spine, so there you can see the movement in the back. But I still not understand, why so many riders have their rains short in large movements. The tail begins to swing that much after she drops the rains...

[@KaregoAt]

Ailaya Yes, that's one thing I don't agree with in dressage. Why do they keep the reins so impossibly short? It's not a natural movement for the horse, and you have to do a lot of work for the horse to move relaxed with it's neck like that. You can see it in any horse, keep the reins with a soft feel to the mouth and the horse is relaxed and walks with a long step, yank them tight and force the horse's head and it will begin to walk stiffly and unnaturally. And that's what they call "collected".

[@grandcarriage1]

Balanced, quiet, confident rider. Relaxed, balanced, and focused horse. Quiet tail. That says it all.

[@metametameta69]

even during the flying changes, not a swish. what an incredible team!!

[@leopardflame2315]

The head position is kinda sad 😢

[@killsur4753]

@@leopardflame2315 nope, if you see the abusive method, it's nothing compared to it, cuz if it was abused, the head should've stayed down and hyperflexed

[@acka.]

@@killsur4753 No, he's right. The horse is being pulled at the mouth, being brought behind the vertical multiple times and with his poll lower than his neck. Only because he's not as behind the vertical as other modern dressage horses, doesn't mean this is any good for him.

[@AccidentallyOnPurpose]

@@leopardflame2315 if you compare valegro to totilas you'll see what real rollkur looks like. Valegro is relaxed and showing no signs of being hyperflexed.

[@EllieTheEquestrian]

Watching this after Charlotte has been banned for 6 months after whipping a clients horse 24 times hits hard.

[@raspberryluv]

I’m here too :( it makes me so sad, it’s hard to think about

[@elisabethj.v.beardsell9853]

I’m afraid I remain having the nasty visions of HER whipping her horses hind legs😮

[@michelenewton380]

valegro was the champion, not her

[@JoannetheShearer]

Charlotte and her night fury!!!

[@mikaelasolis8771]

Yessss

[@firstbourne1346]

YESSS ME LIKED THAT

[@firstbourne1346]

Httyd 3: no it's more like a hors... Dressagefury

[@uwuemxry]

xD bec of the background music :,D

[@HanSolo__]

Still love Totilas more. This horse IS the Night Fury.

[@trapezemiley]

Favorite part was the big pat Valegro got at the end and the smile on charlottes face... Beautiful team !

[@ninjabatfish7769]

I love how as soon as she’s finished she instantly drops the reins I’ve seen others ride in dressage and keep the horses head in that position This is just amazing I love this pair so much 😍

[@trekadouble757]

So you know that this is not comfortable for the horse, but in your opinion it is still ok to put the horse through that during all the training sessions and the shows? I don't get it, if you know that it is not comfortable, you should not make the horse suffer through it at all, not just be happy because this rider let her horse suffer less than other riders do. Seems so unfair to me honestly.

[@ninjabatfish7769]

@@trekadouble757 I rode dressage for a very very long time. And it is not uncomfortable if ridden properly. Valegro wasn’t uncomfortable and he was willing to do everything asked. If you know what your talking about it’s quite easy to see it. A horse is a living animal. If it doesn’t want to. It won’t. Period

[@ninjabatfish7769]

@Anna Daugherty I know, I wasn’t replying to you. I was replying to the other person :)

[@sucrose6047]

@@ninjabatfish7769 im guessing the horses recognize that head posture means “work” or “practice”?

[@ninjabatfish7769]

@@sucrose6047 pretty much! It means they’re working properly

[@guittinkenza643]

5 years later and I'm still crying like a little girl every time I watch this amazing performance ... 💜

[@tildelittson4230]

Me too🥺

[@sarahsmithers4725]

Me too

[@somebody1291]

YEAH!!! at The end of 2020 and still impressed with this performance, it really inspire me one day I'll be in the same level by working hard and I'll represent my country MOROCCO.

[@evergreenequestrian]

same

[@bamboo8973]

Thats me right now!! So beautiful! ❤

[@star-crossedallies3667]

This is what dressage should be. Dressage isn’t about being the best in competitions and using abusive methods on horses, it’s about the horse and rider being in perfect harmony with each other. I also love how the owner of Valegro dropped the competitive riding at the peak of his career. Happy horse, good owner, and an even more fantastic rider. Watching these two perform remind me the true purpose of dressage❤

[@RAPPIEMYBABY]

the best part is at 5:32 where she gives him a good job pat...very subtle as not to be noticed but this just goes to show how wonderful this pairing is

[@meganh.8062]

*subtle*

[@callistofire7329]

Shes not patting him she just adjusted her girp on the reins.

[@corinneyoung8166]

She's patting him, and well done Charlotte and Carl - empowering V with positive reinforcement, enabling him to reach full potential and partnering !!

[@lavenderasmr2741]

Shes not patting him, just adjusting her grip on the reins.

[@faithsrvtrip8768]

Meh. Over hyped. She is too bouncy, his movements are not the best. And he is fat.

[@chantalprins3360]

Music from How To train your dragon😍😍😍

[@sbeventing]

Well... It was originally a Scottish song that was produced a few years back before how to train your dragon! XD but yes it is! =p

[@chantalprins3360]

That is with so much music:') But you get me:P

[@sbeventing]

+Chantal Prins hell ya

[@chantalprins3360]

Do you like it?

[@sbeventing]

+Chantal Prins it's k

[@Icelandichorses1]

I guess.. You simply can call this; "How to train your horse" ;-)

[@nicoleequestrian6969]

totally

[@LulitaInPita]

@Misty Equestrian what does she got to do with anything?

[@sophie0080]

😂I didn't get this at first and then I heard the music 😂😂😂😂

[@smillaoggizmo7595]

Dansker? ;)

[@lusiadressage7433]

My name is to Lea

[@viciouscinnamonroll9616]

i HATE when people don't call it a sport like seriously, even chess are considered a sport

[@Solcisss]

SAAAAME DUDE

[@catcraft5527]

Even fishing is considered a sport and if you are float fishing or ledgering you really are just sat there!

[@Linda-hs1lk]

@@catcraft5527 A rider, especially this one, doesn't 'just sit' there.

[@lucentekids6805]

It's not just a sport; it's an art.

[@TheoreticalLimit]

Put them on a horse for 1 hour and let them complain about the muscles pain after. ;)

[@sillystringeater]

You can see Charlotte and valegro have a real bind, especially at the end when Charlotte let's him walk buckle end without her hands even on him. This really surprised me, this is the first valegro I have ever watched and I knew it was awesome but I didn't know it was this jaw droppingly amazing fantastic. There is no way to describe how valegro flows and moves with Charlotte

[@Marleigh4ever]

Well this aged poorly💀

[@1flamingomoon]

Let's get that horse on Dancing With The Stars!

[@Thunter_]

@@yumekoslefttoenail6746 what shitty rider and what torture devise? What the heck... she rides beautiful

[@ruben3937]

@@yumekoslefttoenail6746 she is actually OK. I've seen worse

[@11thShadowDragon]

I'd rather dance with the horse than a human I'm gonna be entirely honest XD

[@elliexoxo747]

@@yumekoslefttoenail6746 and you can ride better?

[@C.Woodford]

@@yumekoslefttoenail6746 Charlotte dujardin is one of the best dressage riders and Valegro is a very good dressage horse, and their pairing is perfect, this is not hurting him in any way and there is no "shitty rider or torture device" near him

[@flissheywood4964]

Prefer this so much more over Totilas, Valegro just looks so much more free and happy compared to Totilas who is clearly trained with hyperflexion, who may have very good flashy hind and front leg movement but has too much tension in his neck. Valegro really just stretches out and you see this overtrack in the hind leg to the front, whereas Totilas still has tension in his neck. Totilas is far too overbent in the neck, the poll is meant to be the highest point, but it doesn't seem to be in his case.

[@elly8806]

You are so right totilas has like rules in his moves but he does it like a feather or something like that.

[@jstrang01]

I hate Edward gal... I hate what he did to tortilas... Using hyperflexion as a form of training.. No horse should have to suffer like him for this sport and I think hyperflexion as a form of trading should be banned.

[@idamork2369]

Except that he didn't, Rath did. Totilas never showed any issues until after he'd been sold and trained by a new rider for quite a while.

[@Lena-et4ye]

Stormwolf 102 Da hast du vollkommen recht!

[@rachelkritz1207]

If you look at Totilas, the hyperextension of his front and regular movement behind makes him very unbalanced, as well as the fact he is overbent. Valegro is much more balanced and has much more natural impulsion.

[@dontclickproductions3075]

her legs are not moving at all :o wow, she is such a good rider!!!

[@ameliamysterywave4456]

We make it look like we're not doing anything and make it look easy.... But really it's not, I love your comment 🖤

[@lisahenry20]

@@ameliamysterywave4456 my riding instructor always says that if it looks easy and the horse is the one doing all the work, you're doing it right. It always annoys me when people say things like dressage shouldn't be in the Olympics because it's the horse, not the rider. I always just want to see them riding.

[@lynnfara1912]

@@lisahenry20 I would give all my money to see that and then I would literally laugh my ass off :')

[@emmahewitt1403]

IKR And Charlotte Dujardin says ' if it doesn't look like I'm doing anything then I'm doing something right' she is an amazing rider and valegro is an amazing horse

[@deborahbabb4089]

They are and were the best. Their performances always bring tears to my eyes. Absolutely beautiful. He always enjoys himself. He’s part of the audience participation! He knows he’s been a good boy!

[@vanished3306]

Years later and I still get goosebumps watching this flawless performance. Just perfection for both athletes!

[@fishfearme2785]

That was so beautiful I wanna cry. And I love how calm Valegro looks at the end, like "Eh."

[@rosiesandham2350]

The 👍

[@autumnjarman9124]

OMG! how to train your dragon soundtrack is amazing with this

[@feichannel]

Glad you like it :)

[@linaspirovska7027]

I want to say that too lol!

[@Laodice78]

This is how dressage should be! These two are so obviously a team, and he trusts his rider. This kind of trust takes a long time to gain. Kudos to them both.

[@turkeyburglarjones6148]

Classical dressage is how it should be. This? No. It's better than what's been but not good lol

[@neenawcat6yearsago]

@@turkeyburglarjones6148 it's world record. It's the best one out there

[@turkeyburglarjones6148]

Sophie Woo but have you ever researched dressage? Like it’s original purpose and correctness?

[@skyequestrian]

I know right? I love those two :)

[@emah4518]

This is not dressage

[@tanciemette2551]

Not one tail swish during the whole performance. 100% relaxed.

[@sarahvickery6076]

I love how at the end of the test Valegro look around at the crowd so proudly

[@marhlfld1]

The horse is happy with all that is asked because there wasn't ONE TAIL SWISH of resistance in the entire test! Beautiful and nearly perfect!

[@lizzybridge2343]

his concentrating so hard bless him! his like I got this don't worry! x

[@tiffinyday3855]

+lizzy bridge Yes but its not just the horse the rider does most of the work too! But I just have to admit that I have never seen such a horse LOL!

[@sarahh3320]

i usually am not impressed with dressage (my own personal preference) But this is gorgeous. I can see the partnership between these two, working to put on a lovely performance. He has beautiful movement and she is a great rider. well done! I love the music choice too!

[@immapaulsen1885]

she makes it look as if dressage was the easiest thing in the world - like how

[@jimbo91262]

Most impressive to me is Valegro walking with his head down, nonchalantly...while the stadium sounds like a rock concert. That horse has it ALL.

[@hvmequestrian788]

Wow if world record breaking Dressage can still get hate from people the rest of us should just give up then! This gave me goosebumps it was outstanding!

[@heatherkeenan9222]

The horse was brilliant but the girl looked like a Polly bag blowing in the wind, but I suppose it the whole Bhs thing

[@margotkindall1772]

heather keenan your just upset because she's british

[@heatherkeenan9222]

I an also british, i think the bhs is terrible

[@aabbii93here]

+heather keenan This was an FEI event ..

[@jenniferhall2318]

Totilas gave me goosebumps (this, not so much) and there was loads of hate and controversy there! Let's face it, it's just a subjective sport. Whatever makes the judges tick at the time wins *shrugs*.

[@tiffinyday3855]

This is absolutely... STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL!!! No one can ride like Charlotte Dujardin! And this horse... never seen anything like it. The (how to train your dragon music) really suits it to, its like a dance, well it is a dance! But I think Charlotte has just got herself a new FAN! That's all what I gotta say LOL. But my dream is to make it to the Olympics and to be a dressage & show jumping champion!

[@feichannel]

+Tiffiny Day we are so glad you like our video. Charlotte and her horse are indeed such great performers here. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel :) thank you

[@tiffinyday3855]

+FEI Sure thing I will subscribe to your delightful channel right now! I am aiming to be just like those two one day! :D

[@caitlynm2073]

If u like jumping and dressage do eventing!!! ( XC, show jumping, dressage)

[@michellegorgulu4491]

thats bad !!!!

[@tiffinyday3855]

Yeah! As show jumping and dressage goes hand in hand! I do, do evening mind U!!

[@Dancereky]

This horse has got to be one of the most stunning and beautiful looking of them all. The rider did a fantastic job as well.. Such light, natural movement.. Perfect head position. They work amazing together 🙂 On another hand.. Did any HTTYD fans notice the music within the first 60 seconds of the video?? I know I did.. Excellent choice!!

[@linaspirovska7027]

Yea really good horse breed! She has tallent but that hirse is MAGICAL!

[@Bruh-ob9mi]

Katarina Duskstar I know I did.

[@squeakypigs1902]

yep!

[@eveve3639]

#httydisthebest🐲

[@MarleeCM]

This hits differently now

[@melgrant7404]

Agree.

[@sarahm.kennedy]

@@melgrant7404agreed sadly

[@basiastyczynska7429]

It’s pleasant to see how comfortable this horse is while doing everything.

[@Cohodes]

Didn't age well..this horse has been whipped thousands of times .Ban this sport!

[@lariatlarge8721]

This is the single most beautifully relaxed, synchronistic, gorgeous rides from two perfectly partnered beings I have EVER seen! Bar none. Including Blu Hors Matine, and she was, until now, my favourite Freestyle performance ever. And all you armchair riders commenting your nonsense about rollkur, too much rein, and the fact that her legs and hands are moving a bit, please feel free to share your world-class riding videos for the rest of us to comment on! I look forward to seeing them!

[@kellyhoward6941]

I almost decided that Valegro was more awesome that Blu Hors Matine, but she still has first place in my heart...tough decision, tho! What an amazing team this is!

[@e.conboy4286]

LOVE IT!

[@rodnrach]

That was magic! Every movement was big and powerful, and so precise. His head was never behind the vertical, always on or slightly above, which is fine. And Charlotte! She rides so beautifully!! So much we could learn from watching this!

[@Hannah_DoubleYou]

As close to perfection as I've been lucky to witness. Saw them take the Gold in London, and was there for Valegro's retirement at Olympia in 2016. What an amazing horse, a harmonious partnership. We would be priveledged to see the likes of these two again.

[@notsilverhand]

I'm not a big fan of dressage nor was I interested in taking a shot in it, up until I saw this video. It randomly appeared in my feed and I went ahead and watched it. You know someone did good when you literally start crying while watching them work. This was absolutely amazing.

[@cassalvesequestrian]

This has been my favorite dressage pair for years... It just hits different now.😞

[@jinxapologist]

5:10 my heart amost stopped. so powerful! amazing performance!

[@Because_of_Mercy]

I love the lead changes in 4:20😍

[@annascholle9572]

I took English lessons a few years ago for jumping, but I never had much respect for dressage. That was, until a few months ago when I started watching dressage videos on KZbin. Charlotte and Valegro have a flawless bond that is portrayed beautifully in the arena. Their movements are so poetic and I can't fathom the hours of training she must have gone through. In that extended trot it doesn't even look like his hooves are touching the ground! I'm fascinated by the prowess in this performance and I can't stop drooling over Valegro's color. Congrats Charlotte, you deserve this!

[@Happyheretic2308]

Anna Scholle I hope you’ve gained some respect for the English method, then.

[@maddied5219]

That canter half pass and canter pirouette 😍😍 this is truly dressage at its finest

[@Petrichor627]

I love the extended trot. And what a STUNNING horse!!!

[@Chux33]

I love how she pets him from time to time after the difficult exercises ❤

[@privaternutzer8546]

after the MORE difficult exercises* ;)

[@georgericher3996]

Probably because the horse was whipped a few thousand times leading up to this.

[@DeborahAnnsuperversatile]

The only dressage I have seen that brought tears of joy to my eyes :)

[@mariel.580]

Look at the Freestyle of Kristina Bröring-sprehe and Desperados in Balve.. this is also such a nice performance :)

[@Chanell156]

+Renoka Beary no offence and all. But you do realise that horse have been found with blue tongue after several rides? Blue hors Matiné was an absolutely fantastic, beautiful, elegant horse. But she wasn't treated right. Also the video that's famous all over KZbin of her and Andreas Helgstrand... Look at her tail, her eyes. She's not satisfied, at all.. Not very beautiful in my eyes :/

[@kristeyh937]

+Sille Bovedt Oh No! I did think she was too heavy on the reins... Such a magnificent horse. No horse should know a cruel hand. I also thought she rewarded him to hard at the end. Horses skin has been proven to be more sensitive than ours. My heart breaks for the horse. Please tell me the was a good outcome for him.

[@younicekeepgoing9062]

@@kristeyh937 if she rewarded him too harshly, he would've reacted with a twitch or something, and she also has a slight slack on the reins while riding. I'm sorry, but I only see a happy horse and a caring rider

[@jayexists9471]

this horse looks peaceful while doing this. I thank you for treating this horse well during training. They look awesome.

[@rei_cirith]

That horse is just gorgeous. I'm always amazed how they train the horses to have enough body awareness for that kind of footwork.

[@stanblackpinkforabetterlife]

Other people: It’s not a sport! Me: your right. It’s an art ❤️

[@mevelyngayvarona4375]

This comment is as beautiful as the performance

[@maaathalmola7241]

Well said 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Kateyangyuqing]

What an incredible rider and horse. They look completely in harmony with each other. You can see Valegro has been trained beautifully with no harsh methods unlike some fei riders!! It's strength has been built up properly and horse's natural talents developed to the highest level. The horse looked just as happy as the rider when they got that big cheer! She and the horse share their well earned pride rather than rider taking the horses pride with forced submission. And that horse has the most gorgeous movement ever! What a stunning team and what a beautiful performance

[@101jumpergirl101]

I didn't think perfection was possible!!! this was almost perfect!!! the horse only got a little excited at the end of the free walk but it was a very small thing! The horse was happy and did each movement with ease and without hesitation, you can barely see the transitions, just flawless!!!

[@haydennightlake2831]

2 MILLION VIEWS! We did it everyone, long live Valegro!

[@ellie_bells4988]

@star stable yarin lol.

[@e.conboy4286]

Hayden Nightlake : Hayden, I could watch this another two million times!

[@tootsla1252]

No horse person will watch this and not tear up - in a good way. Majestic. Mesmerizing. Hypnotic.

[@dominicweber]

This is literal perfection. It's so consistent! You always get the big-moving, hot-headed horses in our sport, who perform spectacularly, but when you see him, it's cool-headed through the whole program. He just doesn't get excited, does everything clearly, calmly, and with weight. Sure, he does have the big movement to match, especially the canter, which is huge, but he just has a good clear rhythm throughout the whole thing that doesn't change. The sport horses loose it every time, because they just can't concentrate.

[@laurenbrunton5566]

Yes!! There are horses with flashier movement and more height in their Piaffe, but he has the best combination of rhythm and power - and that’s not to say he isn’t also a beautiful mover. They are so consistent in all gaits, it’s just so lovely to watch.

[@caroljones7769]

no other words but perfection, such an amazing connection between them

[@teresabermejo1100]

It's amazing What horses can do, some people think it's easy but this requires hours and hours of practice. I also love how she lets go of the reins and congratulates him, some riders are really harsh and they dont pet them.

[@valeska6434]

PERFECTION!!!!

[@ciara2837]

0:33 SO PERFECT. SO SQUARE. This alone shows how amazing this horse and rider are

[@my_bay_jed5509]

Absolutely beautiful. He moves so naturally and seems to really enjoy his job, especially with his incredible team mate/rider. Such a perfect team❤️

[@isabellegentry3194]

That horse was so happy the entire time especially at the end when the rider patted him :))

[@1Fresh_Water]

Stunning and beautiful! Horse and rider showing such concentration! Perfection!

[@TripThePit]

I think I held my breath through that whole video, absolutely amazing! So much concentration from both of them and they are a very good match. I had to laugh at the very end it's like Charlotte and Valegro were both "You're welcome, London!" And he drops his head down and goes back in "horse mode." Very inspiring, very much a favorite!

[@drbkap3]

I was there!!!! It was incredible!!! She’s such an amazing rider and so kind to her horses.

[@marymunro1142]

Incredibly beautiful team of horse and rider. The music is outstanding.

[@lollol9236]

i get goosebumps every time i watch it. this is perfect harmony between valegro and charlotte, and so in tune with the music as well. a performance truly worth its status as world record.

[@hanna.m5700]

ive watched this so many times and just love it even more!!!!!!!!!

[@mimileggett8010]

The more I watch it, the more I love it! Fantastic Charlotte and Valegro!

[@linamia2767]

+Mimi Leggett Same Here!^^

[@sidilicious11]

Hanna.m I’m sort of hooked on watching too. Nothing else I've watched compares.

[@MinockerSpanichle]

This gives so much hope for classical, correct Dressage to get back on the scene... Softness, getting the horse working with the hind end, yes! My only complaint is that sometimes there is too much rein and Valegro looks somewhat broken over at the third vertebrae; needs less rein, more leg, get the base of his neck raised. Otherwise, this is outstanding, and I definitely think Valegro will perform even better.

[@dolokkmikkelsen9147]

I agree! That is the only thing annoying me about this all, otherwise I find them outstanding! :D

[@hossjulia]

Somewhat broken at 3rd? How about constantly. A little too much rein? How about WAY too much rein, look at the curb shanks. Leg? All over the place. If this is record breaking dressage, well, it's just short of disgusting.

[@hossjulia]

hossjulia Oh yeah, then she beats him at the end. Horses are not dogs, they don't like being "hit". They get used to it, but it's bad horsemanship.

[@MinockerSpanichle]

hossjulia It is very incorrect in the front compared to complete classical, but I mean it is SO much better than the usual sight, I'll cut him slack. Leg isn't too bad on the horse meant, he's carrying weight with the hind end half the time and had very good bending. So if the new breed of competitive Dressage horse will be one that is brought along with bending and more weight-carrying priority, I'm thrilled. Problem is that correct Dressage isn't good business for the fast-paced competitive world; it isn't flashy like the modern methods, it takes longer and doesn't produce quick/big show-stopping results. The movements that are truly astonishing to spectators are the Airs, and those aren't shown on the competitive scene... likely because today's competitive Drsg horses would not be able to do the maneuvers at all... Correct equine gymnastics lives on in working equitation and with some private classical schools/instructors, I have some hope for it leaking into the competitive ring.

[@ThatAwkwardEquestrian]

I personally think she did very well. Her leg was just subtle enough, I have seen worse. I like how she had a little less rein then usual. She was very humane with Valegro.

[@little_swan07]

The canter was the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen. Valegro is such a gorgeous and skilled horse. I’m sad i never had a chance to see valegro compete live.

[@immy1689]

This honestly sends shivers down my spine - I have watched it so many times and it gets better every time!! Charlotte is my idol an my absolute dream is to make it to the Olympics and compete in dressage! 10/10 performance well done

[@anastasiapapazaxaria532]

Am I the only one that cried while watching this?I have seen this video for about 6 times and I still think that I will never get bored of this

[@c.m.880]

if you're saying that dressage is abuse you've clearly never ridden a horse before okay

[@coollikegrass2489]

Dressage CAN be like yoga and good for the horse. Competitive dressage is not good for any horse

[@LulitaInPita]

@Addison Leppert Yoga AND weight lifting at the same time.

[@toomanyschoolponies]

@@coollikegrass2489 Not so! Charlotte Dujardin is an example of this. Dressage is just a way of training and movement. Putting scores to it doesn't change it in any way -- and that's what makes it competitive.

[@coollikegrass2489]

@@toomanyschoolponies No, putting scores to it makes people work torwards scores. Not torwards actual collection, not torwards actual harmony with the horse, only torwards what backwards judges score the highest. That's where false bends, hollowed backs, snappy movement, and unconnected gaits came from. From a judge who instead of judging by the book decided instead that something looked better and decided to judge that higher than something correct. That doesn't do anything good for the horse. On top of that, no, she is just an average dressage rider. She is not a good dressage example. She rides Valegro with a false bend in the neck, a hollow back and a lack of knowledge of horse biomechanics based on the fact that she rides not only like this, but in LDR and trains under Carl. She also does not have a good seat, toes pointed down, high hands and a very stiff torso. In any other discipline her equestrian seat wouldn't score high at all. The only thing they had going for them is that Valegro is slightly more correct than most horses his level, but that doesn't make him classical or correct by any means

[@teddybear5788]

c.m. That’s what it should be. Many top riders only see the competition tho

[@ebtregent5490]

Valegro looks so happy at the end too 😄

[@emmehobden6100]

This is the 1 horse and rider pair they are perfect together. They are soo amazing

[@hughfranklin4002]

This pair are just magnificent, Valegro is so powerful yet so graceful.

[@nadine988]

Absolutely beautiful, I must have watched this ride a hundred times now but still love it every time :)

[@lis9962]

I'm in love with that horse

[@AshCyriacSL]

I love that she is riding to the How To Train Your Dragon soundtracks. The soundtrack fits the freestyle so well, and the music is epic!

[@thatonegirl570]

Chills. Every time I watch this I get chills. It’s a work of art. Absolutely beautiful. Amazing connection between horse and rider.

[@annip5573]

There will be no horse like Valegro in Grand Prix Dressage. He is one of a kind. The Master!

[@christinefriedrichs3617]

The both are so great !!! I love her happines after the show. You see she is so proud of her Valegro :-)

[@CeltycSparrow]

Absolutely beautiful performance. This gorgeous horse is like a dancer. And he KNEW, when the audience applauded for him, that he had achieved perfection. And much like Toothless and Hiccup, from the movie this song comes from, you can FEEL the bond between horse and rider. You can BARELY see any signals that she is giving him as they go through this....its like he is reading her mind and knows what she wants from him. You can see the trust and the pure connection between them as they dance. Its like moving art.

[@garotadagavea]

CeltycSparrow he certainly has musicality and he knows how to PLIÉ.

[@_mayamak_7633]

After the last incident i cannot see this performance the same…it’s so sad. Poor Valegro, he must have suffered

[@hannaht7541]

Phenomenal! I know this is an old video, but I could watch it over and over. That trot is so purposeful and forward, and those leg yields! Beautiful.

[@hannahclemens1919]

Omg watch Valegro do those flying lead changes and the counter half puroets!! God! I almost was put into tears how beautiful and stunning he moves, his figure and movements aren't stiff and uncomfortable, he holds himself well and moves gorgeously with ease!!!!!

[@user-wi2ev2pp1y]

That was incredible. These two were incredible and absolutely beautiful to watch. I can only describe them as ‘poetry in motion’

[@elizahansen7098]

No one: No one ever: Me: Rokin to how to train your dragon music.😂

[@raiserra9765]

omg same

[@tosiaxx_xp7942]

OMG SAME!!! at the beginning me: OMG HTTRD MUSIC‼️‼️‼️

[@indiahemby8049]

I literally was like... John Powell? WHAT?! I thought I left the musician side of KZbin about 20 mins ago but now I must go back.

[@vinniesaccount]

6:38 Wow these scene gave me goosebumps - the joy of Charlotte & Valegro is perceptible

[@sidilicious11]

Sublime! I'm so glad this is beautifully filmed and available for all to watch on KZbin. A performance for the ages.

[@rubyrogers2210]

I love how light she is with her hands and you can barely see her give commands to Valegro!!! Love this❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@paytahrepaints2924]

The horse looked totally relaxed during the ride!!! 😍🤩 never seen such great riding style before Love them!!!

[@pupu2410]

*Top ten dancers that Micheal Jackson is afraid to have dance battle against*

[@artimuscoffee8921]

Smooth Operator

[@izabellarizzo9591]

Charlotte is just so amazing and I just love her, so inspiring. Litreally the most beautiful dressage , Valegro just flows with every single step. THESE GUYS KILLED THE FEI WORLD CUP !!!! 94 are you kidding me THATS FLIPPING AMAZING. TOTALLY DESERVED THE WORLD RECORD ( again ) Ps httyd music just works, yay :D

[@suezgol194]

Wow, I just have no words. Perfection. What a rider, what a horse. His side passes at the trot are perfect.

[@TheEclipticArts]

It looks effortless and like Valegro does it all. Its so beautiful, I am honoured to be able to see this absolute work of astounding art

[@somebody1291]

The end of 2020 and still impressed with this performance, it really inspire me one day I'll be in the same level by working hard and I'll represent my country MOROCCO.

[@Kat-mu8wq]

I have been riding 23 years since I was 6, I am perfectly happy staying at intro level 😂