Clara Pezzoli, a 2025 Season of Growth and Awareness

For Clara Pezzoli , 2025 was much more than a competitive year defined by results. It was an intense journey marked by challenges, reflection, and decisive moments that shaped a new phase of her sporting career.

“2025 was a very intense and formative year. I wouldn’t define it only by results, but above all by the path I’ve taken as an athlete,” Clara explains. It was a season that also included difficult moments, embraced as opportunities to grow: “There were moments of great satisfaction, but also more complex phases that forced me to reflect and grow.”

International challenges as a turning point

High-level international competitions became the true testing ground of the season. It was there that Clara faced increasing responsibility and a consistently higher standard of competition. “The key moments were definitely the most demanding international shows, where I had to raise the bar and compete against a higher level,” she says. These experiences also strengthened her mental approach: “I learned how to manage pressure and expectations and turn them into something positive.”

Athletic maturity: awareness and competition management

When reflecting on her development, Clara identifies self-awareness as the area where she has grown the most. “I believe I matured mainly in my awareness as an athlete, learning to understand myself better,” she explains. This growth is clearly reflected in her approach to competition: “Today I enter the ring with a clearer plan, more calmness, and greater confidence.” A more controlled mindset has led to stronger performances: “My competition management has improved significantly, allowing me to face each event with more clarity.”

Technical work and the role of the team

Alongside mental growth, technical development remains a constant focus. Clara highlights the importance of working closely with her trainer, F. Turturiello. “Technique is always evolving, and my trainer plays a key role in my journey,” she says. A relationship built on trust and motivation: “He constantly pushes me to give my best and knows how to motivate me even in the most difficult moments.”

Global Champions Tour and the Paris Panthers experience

One of the most defining chapters of Clara’s 2025 season was her participation in the Global Champions Tour with the Paris Panthers. “Being part of the Paris Panthers was an incredible experience,” Clara says. Beyond competition, the team environment offered invaluable lessons: “Being part of an international team helped me truly understand what it means to work in a professional environment.” The daily exposure to top riders proved inspiring: “I learned so much by observing and exchanging ideas with more experienced riders, both in and out of the arena.”

The horses: the heart of the season

At the center of every achievement are Clara’s horses, true partners throughout the 2025 season. “My horses were fundamental in 2025. Every result and every step forward starts with them,” she emphasizes. Building trust is a daily commitment: “I’m working to create a relationship based on trust, respect, and mutual understanding.” A bond that makes the difference: “In the ring it becomes harmony, and outside the ring it means time, care, and listening.”

Looking ahead to 2026: goals and new challenges

Clara approaches 2026 with strong motivation and clear intent. “I’m looking at 2026 with great determination and excitement,” she says. While goals are present, her mindset remains grounded: “I want to consolidate what I’ve built and face new challenges with even more maturity.” She concludes by acknowledging the people around her: “My goal is to bring the best version of myself into the arena, thanks above all to the people who support me—without them, none of this would be possible.”

Valentina Sozzi

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