The countdown is on! The Limitless Lodge Sydney International Three Day Event is just one week away and set to deliver an unmissable grand finale to the 2025 Australian 3DE season.
Held at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre, this year’s event will see Australia’s best riders and horses go head-to-head across three days of thrilling equestrian sport — and with a packed schedule of entertainment and activities, it promises to be a weekend for everyone to enjoy.
The CCI4-L* class boasts a stellar lineup of competitors, including:
- Sam Jeffries and Santoro, last year’s winners, returning to defend their title Sam will also ride Wimborne Conjuror, who placed 3rd at Adelaide 5 star 2025.
- Olympian Shenae Lowings and her superstar thoroughbred Bold Venture, a crowd favourite and a seasoned combination.
- Australian representative Andrew Cooper with Sharvalley Thunder, bringing their international experience to the field.
- Sophia Hill aboard Tulara Baltango, the duo who claimed victory at the Melbourne 4* earlier this year.
- Oliver Barrett brings forward two rides including Adelaide 3* winner Sandhills Briar
- Emma Mason and Jess Somerfield also bring forward their 5 star horses.
Event Director Patrick Cohen said anticipation is high:
“This event really is the pinnacle of the season. We’re thrilled to welcome such an outstanding field and to offer fans a weekend packed with world-class sport and family fun.”
Beyond the competition arena, visitors can look forward to an exciting program of entertainment and experiences, including:
- Guided Course Walks with the experts — Mike Etherington-Smith on Thursday at 5pm, and Olympic gold medallist Matt Ryan on Saturday at 9am.
- Meet the Olympians sessions with autograph signings on Saturday and Sunday.
- The always-popular Hannover Lodge Pizza Night on Saturday evening, featuring a huge night of live entertainment, including a horsemanship demonstration, dog races, a polo match with Shane Rose and Stuart Tinney making their polo debut and a celebration 25 years on from Australia’s Gold medal at Sydney 2000. This is a night not to be missed.
- A dedicated Kids Zone with pony rides, face painting, and a jumping castle, making it a perfect family outing.
- A great opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done at the trade village
And best of all — entry is completely free for spectators across the weekend.
