Olympic Medalists Laura Kraut and Becky Moody to Conduct Lessons at FEI World Cup™ Finals 2026 in Fort Worth
Tickets Available Now to Learn from Two of the World’s Top Riders
Fort Worth, TX—March 6, 2026 — Olympic medalists Laura Kraut (USA) and Becky Moody (GBR) will conduct special riding lessons, open to the public, at the FEI World Cup™ Finals 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. Kraut, who will be representing the United States in the Final, will conduct the show jumping lesson in Dickies Arena on Friday, April 10, at 11:00 a.m. Moody, who will be competing for Great Britain, will follow with the dressage lesson at 2:00 pm. The lessons are open to the public, and tickets are available online at https://www.fortworth2026.com/tickets.
With the Split Rock Jumping Tour (SRJT) as event organizer, the City of Fort Worth and the Fort Worth Sports Commission will host the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final and Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final at Dickies Arena, April 8-12, 2026.
“Laura Kraut and Becky Moody are two of the most accomplished riders in the world, and they both continue to compete, and win, at the highest level,” said Derek Braun, Founder and President of the Split Rock Jumping Tour. “We are thrilled to be able to present this rare opportunity for riders, both beginners and experienced riders alike, to come watch, listen and learn from them. For many, it will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!”
Laura Kraut (USA)
Laura Kraut has had an illustrious career representing the U.S. on the international stage. She has competed successfully in four Olympic Games (winning three medals), three World Equestrian Games (winning two medals), the 2023 Pan American Games (winning team Gold) and many FEI World Cup™ and Nations Cup events.
Kraut’s first major team came in 1992 when she was named as alternate for the Barcelona Olympic Games. She made her Olympic debut at the Sydney Games in 2000 and then helped the U.S. win team Gold at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. She returned to the podium at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 and the Paris Olympics in 2024, earning team Silver medals at both events. Her 2024 podium appearance made her the oldest American to win an Olympic medal since 1952 and the oldest female American to win a medal since 1904.
Kraut helped secure medals at two of the three World Equestrian Games in which she competed, earning team Silver in 2006 and team Gold in 2018. In her first Pan American Games in 2023, she helped the U.S. to the team Gold medal and placed fourth individually. She has also competed in nine World Cup Finals.
Based in both Florida and Great Britain, Kraut and her longtime partner, Olympic gold medalist Nick Skelton, run a successful training business. Currently ranked #11 on the Longines FEI World Rider Rankings, Kraut was inducted into the Show Jumping Hall of Fame as a member of the class of 2024.
Becky Moody (GBR)
For Becky Moody and her sister, Hannah, the training and development of themselves and others is an important part of their busy schedule at Moody Dressage. Based near Sheffield, England, Becky currently holds more than 30 titles in the U.K., is on the British Dressage Training Committee, and serves as a Young Horse judge. Internationally, some of her standout accomplishments include winning a team Bronze medal and finishing eighth individually at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and making the top five of the FEI Dressage World Rider Rankings; she is currently ranked World #4.
Moody typically spends her time training her horses, as well as coaching other riders at home or at one of her regular clinic venues across England. Certified as a UKCC Level 3 coach, she has previously been on the Podium Potential World Class Squad and was awarded the Northern Region Coach of the Year. Outside of the usual working week, she also enjoys catching up with family, friends and her collection of audiobooks.
Started in 1979, the FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final is an annual international showdown among the world’s best Jumping horses and athletes. Previous FEI Jumping World Cup™ Finals held in the United States include Baltimore (1980), Tampa (1989), Del Mar, CA (1992), Las Vegas (2000, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2015), and Omaha (2017 and 2023).
First held in 1986, the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final features the world’s best Dressage horses and athletes. The Final has been held in the U.S. in Los Angeles (1995), Las Vegas (2005, 2007, 2009, 2015), and Omaha (2017 and 2023).
Single-session tickets are now available with prices ranging from $50 to $300 each, depending on the session and seat location. Discounts will be available for groups of nine or more, and those interested can reach out to Sydney at GroupSales@DickiesArena.com for special pricing and packages. Single tickets can be ordered at the following link: FEI World Cup Finals 2026 Tickets.
Additionally, all-session tickets can still be ordered online at www.fortworth2026.com/tickets. VIP tables can be reserved online at VIP Reservations.
Further information on the FEI World Cup™ Finals 2026 is available online at https://www.fortworth2026.com/.
About Split Rock Jumping Tour (SRJT)
Founded in 2015, the SRJT has revolutionized the way the sport of show jumping is presented in the U.S., creating a truly “unparalleled show jumping experience” for competitors, sponsors and spectators alike. SRJT’s first event in Fort Worth, the Fort Worth International CSI4*-W, was held in December 2021 and met with rave reviews and sell-out crowds. More information on the SRJT can be found at https://splitrockjumpingtour.com/.
About Fort Worth Sports Commission
The Fort Worth Sports Commission advances the city as an international sports destination. A division of Visit Fort Worth, the Sports Commission attracts youth, collegiate, and professional events that deliver economic impact and boost Fort Worth’s image. The Fort Worth Sports Commission supports the development of and access to facilities that enhance the quality of life for all of Fort Worth. For more information, visit FortWorthSports.com and follow on Instagram @FortWorthSports and their Twitter account @FortWorthSports.
About Dickies Arena
Dickies Arena is a 14,000-seat, spectacular multipurpose venue that was built in 2019 and is owned by the City of Fort Worth and managed by the not-for-profit operating entity, Trail Drive Management Corp. (TDMC). The facility is the result of a pioneering public-private partnership between the City of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, the State of Texas and a group of private-sector participants, including foundations, individuals and organizations. The arena is located adjacent to the Will Rogers Memorial Center campus in Fort Worth, Texas. The state-of-the-art arena hosts concerts, sporting events and family entertainment, and is home to Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Dickies Arena has been nominated for Arena of the Year by both the Academy of Country Music and Pollstar Magazine in 2022 and 2023. In 2023 and 2024, the Arena claimed VenueNow Magazine’s #1 Top Stops Worldwide while obtaining Billboard Magazine’s #1 Venue in the World. In 2024, the arena was Pollstar Magazine’s #6 Arena in the World for Tickets sold. For more information, visit www.DickiesArena.com.
About Will Rogers Memorial Center
Will Rogers Memorial Center is a historic entertainment, sports and equestrian complex anchoring Fort Worth’s Cultural District. The 120-acre facility is owned and operated by the City of Fort Worth. The original Coliseum, Pioneer Tower and Auditorium were dedicated in 1936 and are on the National Register of Historic Places. Over the decades, the facility has added show barns, arenas, an exhibit hall, meeting spaces and a multipurpose equestrian center, bringing two million visitors through its art deco gates annually. For more information, please visit Will Rogers Memorial Center | Fort Worth Upcoming Shows.