Asian Games 2026 Equestrian First Medal Event – September 23
September 23 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Asian Games in Equitation 2026 starts its journey to the medals with the second of the three expected official medal events on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. It is one of the points of interest of the equestrian programme in this opening medal row, with the event likely to attract a vast following of fans from the Asian region as well.
Equestrian Asian Games 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Equestrian – Asian Games 2026 (First Medal Event) |
| Date | Wednesday, September 23, 2026 |
| Start Time | 10:45 AM (Japan Standard Time – JST) |
| Event Type | First Equestrian Medal Event |
| Disciplines Included | Dressage, Eventing, Jumping |
| Medal Event (Expected) | Team Dressage or Team Eventing |
| Venue Name | JRA Equestrian Park |
| Location | Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan |
First Equestrian Medal Event
The EQU03 session marks the beginning of medal decisions in equestrian sports at the Asian Games 2026. While the final discipline lineup is subject to official schedule confirmation, this session will feature a medal contest in either:
- Team Dressage, or
- Team Eventing
Equestrian Disciplines at Asian Games 2026
The equestrian programme includes three combinations of equestrian disciplines of major Olympic scales:
- Dressage: technical correctness, harmony and rhythmic movements
- Eventing: A combination of dressage, cross country, and jumping that is difficult.
- Chasing: Use of speed and accuracy to cross over/under obstacles.
Match Format
In the medal session on 9/23/26 one of the following team events will take place:
1. Team Dressage (Expected Format)
- Riders perform a series of pre-set movements (tests)
- Each performance is judged on precision, control, and harmony with the horse
- Scores from all team members are combined for final ranking
2. Team Eventing (Alternative Format)
Eventing includes three phases:
- Dressage Test – controlled movements and technique
- Cross-Country – endurance and obstacle course
- Jumping Round – accuracy over fences
- Final scores are calculated based on penalties and performance across all phases
Host Country
These are going to be a select of events that will take place in their host country, Japan, in 2026 for the Asian Games. High-level equestrian events have long been held in Japan and Japanese commercial sporting facilities are world-class.
Venue Information
The first medal event (EQU03) of the Equestrian Asian Games 2026 is going to be played at the JRA Equestrian Park in Setagaya, Tokyo City, Japan.
How to Watch
- Official Asian Games Broadcasters: Tune in to your country’s official sports network holding Asian Games broadcasting rights
- Sports TV Channels: Major sports channels in Asia will air live equestrian coverage
- Live Streaming Platforms: Watch online via official Asian Games digital streaming services (if available in your region)
- Olympic Council / Event Websites: Check official updates for live stream links and schedules
- Mobile Apps: Some broadcasters may offer live coverage through their sports apps
FAQs – Equestrian First Medal Event
1. At Asian Games 2026, what is the first equestrian medal event?
The first equestrian medal event EQU03 is on 23rd September 2026 at 10:45 AM JST.
2. In which year are the next Asian Games to be held?
The Equestrian Events will be held at the JRA Equestrian Park in Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan.
3. What are the disciplines under the event?
The horse-testing is Dressage, Eventing, and Jumping – the first medal test is set to take place in Team Dressage/Eventing.