Archive · 25 Jul 2026
16-yr-old Shubh Chowdhari shortlisted for Youth Olympics
Shubh Chowdhari, a 16-year-old student from Bangalore, has been shortlisted for the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 in Show Jumping.
He is one of the top five riders under consideration by the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI).
Shubh has shown impressive skills in equestrian disciplines and achieved the FEI eligibility benchmark.
He balances his sports training with academic studies, supported by his school.
Shubh's parents and school are proud of his achievement and support his journey.
The final selection will be based on his performances in upcoming international competitions.
16-year-old Shubh Chowdhari shortlisted for Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 in Show Jumping.
Achieved FEI eligibility benchmark in 130 cm Category A Show Jumping.
Balances equestrian training with academic studies at GIIS Whitefield, Bangalore.
Final selection based on performances in upcoming international competitions.
Parents and school proud of his achievement and support his journey.
- Who
- Shubh Chowdhari, a 16-year-old equestrian from Bangalore
- What
- Shortlisted for Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 in Show Jumping
- When
- Shortlisted after FEI Competition in October 2025
- Where
- Bangalore, India
- Why
- To represent India in Show Jumping at the Youth Olympic Games
Focus on Sports
Focus on Academics
Balancing Commitments
Focus on Sports
Shubh prioritizes equestrian training and competitions, aiming to represent India in the Youth Olympic Games.
Focus on Academics
Shubh maintains academic studies alongside sports, with support from his school during training and competitions.
- Name
- Shubh Chowdhari
- Age
- 16 years old
- School
- GIIS Whitefield, Bangalore
- Discipline
- Show Jumping
- Horse
- Foggy Bottom
- Event
- Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026
- Selection Process
- Ongoing evaluation by Equestrian Federation of India (EFI)
- Qualification
- Achieved FEI eligibility benchmark in 130 cm Category A Show Jumping