India celebrates a proud sporting milestone as Ashish Limaye, trained and supported by Embassy International Riding School (EIRS), clinches the country’s first-ever individual gold in eventing at the Asian Equestrian Championships. Riding his trusted partner Willy Be Dun, Limaye topped the table with an impressive score of 29.4, marking one of the biggest achievements for Indian equestrian sport in decades.

This historic win makes him the first Indian rider to secure an individual continental gold since 1982, a moment that has brought tremendous pride to the equestrian community.

Adding to the glory, Team India, featuring Ashish Limaye, Shashank Kanumuri, and Shashank Kataria—secured the silver medal with a combined score of 121.8, finishing just behind Thailand.

Speaking after his emotional win, Ashish shared, “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 a redemption. I am glad that Jitu Virwani, the Embassy Group, and Silva Storai of Embassy International Riding School still believed in me and my efforts. It takes a village to get here, and it's not just my effort... My family, my trainers – Carola Bierlein and Jerome Robine – and everyone that was a part of it directly or indirectly got us this medal... and on top of the list is my horse WILLY BE DUN!”

Embassy International Riding School (EIRS), under the leadership of Jitu Virwani, Chairman, Embassy Group, has played a pivotal role in Ashish’s journey. The school has consistently invested in world-class training, international exposure, and all-round rider development.

Silva Storai, Director at EIRS, highlighted his dedication and the team effort behind the win, appreciating the discipline and grit that brought this historic moment to India.

Ashish Limaye’s victory stands as a major inspiration for young riders across the country and reinforces India’s growing presence in global equestrian sport.