Laudrup-Dufour Dances to Victory in World Cup Dressage

"It felt so light and harmonious," said Cathrine Dufour in the Gothenburg Horse Show’s Mixed Zone after her win.

The pair has been competing together for about 1.5 years, which is a relatively short time according to the Danish rider.
"We are constantly developing and learning, and now I feel we have a more playful and soft feeling in the arena," Cathrine Dufour added.

Finishing second in the class, which featured 17 riders, was Mia von Essen on the magnificent Invoice. The Kiss and Cry area was packed as Mia rode.
"It's incredibly fun when so many friends and family can be there," said Mia after the prize ceremony.

Mia and Invoice scored 73.283 percent.
"It’s great to maintain such a consistent level, but we had a few mistakes, and there’s always something to work on," said Mia.

Both Mia and Cathrine train under Kyra Kyrklund through Knytkalaset, an initiative founded by Kyra Kyrklund and Jan Brink.

"I cried when I saw Mia’s score, and it’s so much more fun when we can help and share knowledge with each other," Cathrine said.

Tomorrow, both riders will compete in the freestyle event. Mia has borrowed Cathrine’s program and music.
"It has a good level of difficulty, and I really like the music from Les Misérables," she said.

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