“On Thursday, USEF received video clips documenting abhorrent abusive training techniques by FEI dressage athlete and trainer Cesar Parra (USA) at his private training facility in FL. USEF immediately coordinated with the FEI. The following day, the FEI imposed a temporary suspension against Cesar Parra, which is being enforced by USEF at the national level, prohibiting him and his horses’ participation in competition.

FEI has opened an investigation into the matter, and USEF is cooperating and supporting their efforts. The training practices documented in the videos cannot be tolerated in our sport. USEF is steadfast in its commitment to horse wellbeing and has committed its resources to supporting the FEI in bringing this matter to resolution as expediently as possible.”