Charlotte Dujardin's World Record Breaking Freestyle test at London Olympia

Charlotte Dujardin (GBR) and Valegro beat their own World Record in the Grand Prix Freestyle last night during a thrilling Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ competition at The London International Horse Show.

[gilliangirl]

I am 100% convinced Valegro knows he did well. He drops his head as they conclude and he shyly glances at the audience as they applaud wildly. He is proud, and he should be!

[NeemaAndGame]

I cried. Like seriously, this is to beautiful for me to watch. Showjumping might be exciting but dressage is just pure art.

[agneswiman]

And then we have people who say "It's easy, you just sit there" xD

[snowwhite]

The horse has the grace of a world class ballerina. Most importantly he is enjoying the performance. So many high level dressage horses look like nervous wrecks through the performance. It’s a joy to see a happy horse performing at this level. The rider is obviously just as talented to be able to achieve these scores.

[stevehilliard]

I am a 65 year old cowboy out of Northern Nevada, USA -  thought that I had seen it all - but I was wrong - partner, you and that horse took the top part of my head off. I cannot express my respect and gratitude for your horsemanship and the magnificence of that animal. Happy Trails - I would cross the river with you anytime.

[Equistephanie]

4:37 look at it. She rewards him in the middle of her test. I think we need to remember this moment. This is the most important thing in this whole dressage test.

[grandcarriage]

Balanced, quiet, confident rider. Relaxed, balanced, and focused horse. Quiet tail. That says it all.

[KaregoAt]

Now this is beautiful dressage, no unnatural movements, the horse is flowing with every step and unless his tail is paralyzed it seems that he enjoyed as well, since there was no angry swishing that you see sometimes, even with the top rank performances.

[trapezemiley]

Favorite part was the big pat Valegro got at the end and the smile on charlottes face... Beautiful team !

[ninjabatfish]

I love how as soon as she’s finished she instantly drops the reins
I’ve seen others ride in dressage and keep the horses head in that position
This is just amazing I love this pair so much 😍

[guittinkenza]

5 years later and I'm still crying like a little girl every time I watch this amazing performance ... 💜

[star-crossedallies]

This is what dressage should be. Dressage isn’t about being the best in competitions and using abusive methods on horses, it’s about the horse and rider being in perfect harmony with each other. I also love how the owner of Valegro dropped the competitive riding at the peak of his career. Happy horse, good owner, and an even more fantastic rider. Watching these two perform remind me the true purpose of dressage❤

[EllieTheEquestrian]

Watching this after Charlotte has been banned for 6 months after whipping a clients horse 24 times hits hard.

[tanciemette]

Not one tail swish during the whole performance. 100% relaxed.

[chantalprins]

Music from How To train your dragon😍😍😍

[RAPPIEMYBABY]

the best part is at 5:32 where she gives him a good job pat...very subtle as not to be noticed but this just goes to show how wonderful this pairing is

[jimbo]

Most impressive to me is Valegro walking with his head down, nonchalantly...while the stadium sounds like a rock concert. That horse has it ALL.

[deborahbabb]

They are and were the best. Their performances always bring tears to my eyes. Absolutely beautiful. He always enjoys himself. He’s part of the audience participation! He knows he’s been a good boy!

[flamingomoon]

Let's get that horse on Dancing With The Stars!

[Icelandichorses]

I guess.. You simply can call this; "How to train your horse" ;-)