Zara Tindall shows off stunning show jumping skills with 'standout ride' during busy week in Australia

Lewis Henderson

By Lewis Henderson


Published: 11/01/2026

- 10:01

Updated: 11/01/2026

- 10:08

The Olympic-winning equestrian has not lost it

Zara Tindall has shown off her stunning show jumping skills at the Magic Millions Carnival during a busy week for the royal on the Gold Coast of Australia.

The 44-year champion equestrian took to the saddle with ease as she glided her way over the course.


The daughter of Princess Anne was dressed in a dark navy jacket with white trousers and a black cap.

Zara nonchalantly worked her way through the obstacles to the approval of the onlooking crowd.

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The 44-year-old performed as an exhibition rider in the Magic Millions Queensland Off-The-Track Cup Final.

Taking to Instagram, the Magic Millions organisation wrote: "We're so thrilled to witness another wonderful example of a Thoroughbred thriving in a new career beyond racing.

"Congratulations Zara, a standout ride and a fitting celebration of the talent, adaptability and future of these exceptional horses."

The 44-year-old was seen lapping up the warm weather earlier this week as the royal joined Australian model and journalist Kate Waterhouse.

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Zara has shown off her skills in the past

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The pair had a browse through a mall while Mike Tindall trailed behind the duo on their shopping trip, as the women stopped occasionally to chat and laugh.

Zara rocked a £670 red dress by Sydney-based fashion label Leo Lin as she wandered through the shopping centre.

She completed her outfit with a leather satchel handbag, gold jewellery and Tory Burch sandals.

Kate wore a £1,558 mini skirt from Burberry and a khaki button-down top.

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Zara previously expressed her love for Australia

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Mike and Zara are in Australia, preparing for the third annual Magic Millions event where they are working as ambassadors.

Zara previously told HELLO!: "We have always loved Australia, and it is like a home from home for us.

"We have been coming to Queensland for so long now, it has become a tradition for the start of the year.

"[We love] coming out of the cold winter and into the warm heat, and the incredible water temperatures.

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Mike spoke alongside his wife, Zara, to local media

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"The Gold Coast is just a great place to be - it's got a bit of everything, from beaches to horses and everything else in between."

Ahead of Magic Millions week, Mike shared his excitement for the upcoming events.

Taking to Instagram, the former England rugby star detailed the first thing he will be doing when journeying down to the Gold Coast.

He told his followers: "It's been a long time since I've been in the sea, I can't wait."

Mike described what his favourite part of the Magic Million programme is and what is coming up for people to get engaged with.

The 47-year-old said: "There is so much going on this year, we have three million TAB Magic Million sunlight race, which I can't wait for.

"We have 13.25 Magic Millions raceday. I personally have got four horses in the sales this year, which I am absolutely pumped about, and we haven't even talked about the showjumping and polo.

"My favourite part of Magic Millions week is the iconic horse exhibition run down the beach. This year, the barrier draw is done at Kurrawa Beach, Broadbeach. There is so much going on, please come and join us."