Riders build instant partnerships not only with their teammates but also with their horses for the first equestrian event of the Games

Winning a silver medal in the team jumping event at the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Buenos Aires 2018 was poetic for British equestrian athlete Jack Whitaker, whose father Michael won team silver 34 years ago in Los Angeles.

Italian rider Giacomo Casadei won gold on a thrilling day at the Club Hipico Argentino on Saturday 13 October as the young riders make plans to stay united after the Youth Olympic Games Buenos Aires 2018.

On the eve of the inauguration of Olympic House and the celebrations to mark the 125th anniversary of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), a number of events took place in Lausanne today, setting the tone for a very busy and sporty weekend.