Asian Games 2026 Equestrian 2nd event – September 22
September 22 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The equestrian events that will be part of the 2026 Asian Games will roll out on September 22, 2026, including the highly expected Eventing Cross-Country (Team & Individual) event. This event is one of the most dynamic and physically challenging disciplines to take part in (sitting in the equestrian tent as Session EQU02), and is attended by the leader of horse and rider from all over Asia.
Equestrian 2nd event
| Event Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Asian Games 2026 Equestrian Eventing Cross-Country (Team & Individual) |
| Sport | Equestrian |
| Discipline | Eventing Cross-Country |
| Session Code | EQU02 |
| Date | September 22, 2026 |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Start Time | 9:30 AM JST (Japan Standard Time) |
| Competition Type | Team & Individual |
How the Competition Works
In Session EQU02: riders and horses must run a trail through a fixed course which includes several obstacle challenges. The aim will be to finish as quickly as possible, safely and without touching any obstacles. There are penalty points given for failures to comply, run-out, falls and time limit violations. The less penalty points that the competitors have, the better the results.
Cross-Country Course Format
It is intended to encourage the horse and rider to uphold their qualities; endurance, courage, speed and jumping. Competitors come up against natural and man-made barriers, some of which may include:
- Water jumps
- Ditches
- Banks and drops
- Logs and timber fences
- Combination obstacles
- Narrow jumping elements
Venue and Host Country
The Organizing Committee (OC) of the 2026 Asian Games is keen to offer the 2026 Asian Games (Team & Individual) Eventing Cross-Country in the facilities of the JRA Equestrian Park (Baji Koen), located in Setagaya, in the capital city Tokyo, Japan. It is one of the best horse-riding facilities in Japan, meant for hosting big horse-riding international competitions.
While the Asian Games are being held in Japan, the Asian Games equestrian events are planned to be held at the JRA Equestrian Park in Tokyo where world-class facilities are to be provided for the Warleis and horses taking part in the Asian Games.
JRA Equestrian Park (Baji Koen) will host this event
2026 Asian Games Eventing XC (Team & Individual) qualification will take place on JRA Equestrian Park (Baji Koen), Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan. It’s not a normal stadium, it’s a specialized horse-riding venue for world class horse competition.
How to Watch
- Official Asian Games Broadcasters: See the Asian Games 2026 being broadcast from your country by the official Asian Games Broadcasting partners.
- Live Streaming: A number of broadcasters are offering to live stream on their site and mobile application.
- Stay updated by following the Asian Games on their official website and social media outlets for all the live updates and highlights of the games.
- Competition Commences: 22 Sept 2026 09:30 AM JST (Japan Standard Time) competition will start.
- Live Results: Updates of the live Results, standings and event information can be followed on the official platforms of the Asian Games.
FAQs – Asian Games 2026 Equestrian
What is the Asian Games 2026 Eventing Cross-Country Event Dates?
It will be held on September 22nd, 2026 from 9:30AM JST.
In which location will the competition occur?
It will be held at JRA Equestrian Park (Baji Koen) located in Setagaya-ku of Tokyo, Japan.
What is Session EQU02?
Eventing Cross-Country (Team & Individual) is this year’s official event session code EQU02.