Kyra Kyrklund - Matador W-CUP Final 1991

Dressage World Cup Final 1991

[@sammisoccer7]

Much nicer than what we see today, nice natural paces, no crazy front legs, a decent rein length, quiet seat and hands....Much more harmonious than the Glock horses or whatever so-called "spectacular movers" are out there now. THIS is dressage!!

[@ineskucharz1990]

What a wonderful performance! Much more relaxed, playful and elegant than what we see today. No tail-swishing, no open mouth, the head not behind the vertical, no exaggerated aids, just PERFECT!

[@moomin18]

The one-handed piaffe, one of Kyra’s trademarks, just wow. Her horses are always so light, willing, and clearly well-trained, which unfortunately often isn’t the case these days...

[@cornpop8586]

Too bad we don't see dressage like this anymore.

[@galebransford4624]

Those wonderful days of Kyra and Matador showing us those glorious one handed 'Kyraettes'!!

[@foundationdressage]

I think this is so near real Dressage perfection...Classical yet competitive...her like will not easily be seen again. way under valued.

[@Cleostra]

The rider and the horse in perfect harmony, it's like a dance. Beautiful passage. And Matador is a magnificent horse of course

[@LilA-zl6tf]

I have seen this a hundreds of times, and it still is a thrill! Matti was all time best! And Kyra is marvelous, and has been a marvelous teacher for so many!

[@hoofhappiness600]

This is amazing. This is "dressage"!

[@Carkjol]

Waaay better than Totilas! Loved it! :)

[@saanalindajaasrei502]

This was really nice, as Kyra trains her horses by her self

[@sharonirwin2821]

Absolutely the best ever!

[@anothernemesis5692]

Why only 76.64%??? Had this test been done today, she would have scored well in excess of 80%!!!

[@Iris_with_the_fitness]

BRILLIANT!!!!!

[@Jefrma]

hadnt noticed someone had uploaded this!! :D thanks!!!

[@huudamu1884]

AMAZINg

[@carolef2271]

I can't help but notice how much the phenotype of dressage horses has changed. That being said, in my humble opinion, although the basis of riding is the same, the riding technique has necessarily evolved. The technique that prevailed during this period must adapt to the new type of horses produced by breeders.

[@SoozUK]

Riding, breeding and standards are way higher now but Kyra helped set that in motion x

[@jonjonwp]

At that point in time this was out of this world. Kyra is a fantastic rider. She would of course get róasted today by the armchair trolls that his mouth is not always relaxed and he swishes his tail. Don't think i have ever heard better freestyle music than this.

[@Domskk]

She is fantastic! :) Loved this! Btw that horse is my friend's horse's "grandma's father" :)

[@infinit42652]

В детстве я была влюблена в эту лошадь.

[@Ilady]

Really good!

[@LilA-zl6tf]

Still here, watching this all over again. And yes. I like this better, than all-picture perfect.-plastic types trying to "win" something. I just wish Matte had a nice rest of his life....

[@asamidobashi9038]

Does anyone know the name of the Christmas song used in this competition?

[@dierosevonjericho6191]

Santa clouse is coming into town.

[@asamidobashi9038]

@@dierosevonjericho6191 Thank you! I thought it sounded similar to that song.

[@anne-marienordin7636]

👏👏👏👏

[@johnjohn741]

This was like a ballet. Horses go a little more beautiful under her

[@OMENAKAKKU-pw1tj]

I like it. I would love learn ride like she

[@LilA-zl6tf]

"One last look" - yes, Unfortunately.

[@viiviwilhelmiina]

0:18 kyra kirklund! ha!

[@vibeskouenborg6842]

Conflict, hanging back, hindlegs far behind, overbended neck... what to like 🤢