Ashish Limaye Creates History with India’s First Gold at Asian Equestrian Championships
Bengaluru, December 4: Embassy International Riding School (EIRS) has announced a landmark achievement for Indian equestrian sport. Rider Ashish Limaye clinched India’s first-ever individual gold medal in eventing at the Asian Equestrian Championships, riding his trusted partner Willy Be Dun to a winning score of 29.4.
This victory marks a watershed moment, making Limaye the first Indian to secure an individual continental gold since the Asian Games in 1982. Adding to the triumph, the Indian team comprising Limaye, Shashank Kanumuri, and Shashank Kataria won the silver medal with a combined score of 121.8, narrowly finishing behind Thailand (117.6).
Limaye’s Redemption
Reflecting on the win, Limaye said: “It has been a long journey, but today it all seems worth it. Especially after the last Asian Games when I was leading and had a blank moment – it felt like I let everyone down. Today, this feels like redemption. I am glad that Jitu Virwani, the Embassy Group, and Silva Storai of Embassy International Riding School still believed in me. It takes a village to get here… and on top of the list is my horse WILLY BE DUN!”
Embassy International Riding School’s Role
Embassy International Riding School, under the leadership of Jitu Virwani, Chairman of Embassy Group, has been a steadfast supporter of Limaye, offering world-class training and facilities. Silva Storai, Director of EIRS, praised Limaye’s perseverance and highlighted the collaborative spirit that powered this historic win.
This achievement not only cements Limaye’s place in India’s sporting history but also underscores the growing stature of equestrian sport in the country.
