--- title: "Home" description: "Marie Antonette "Toni" S. Leviste is an icon of Philippine equestrian sport—an Olympian and Asian Games medalist who has proudly carried the Philippine flag on the world’s most prestigious stages." featured_image: "https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/toni-leviste-hero-image.jpg" url: "https://tonileviste.com.ph/" date_modified: "2026-04-15T08:51:22+00:00" --- ## Philippine Olympian ## Pioneer ## Becoming ## Philippine Olympian • Pioneer • Becoming ## Where Horsemanship Meets National Pride --- Representing the pinnacle of Philippine equestrian sport on the global stage UNMUTE --- ## Defining Philippine Equestrian Sport Marie Antonette ‘Toni’ S. Leviste is an Olympian and Asian Games medalist who has carried the Philippine flag onto the world’s most prestigious stages. Her career represents more than competitive achievement — it reflects a standard of excellence forged through resilience, discipline, and an unrelenting pursuit of mastery. Across decades of international competition, she has helped shape the identity of Philippine equestrian sport worldwide.   [THE JOURNEY](/about) ![761E4162-4FD4-43B9-BBE1-C0E99824144A](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/761E4162-4FD4-43B9-BBE1-C0E99824144A.jpg) --- ![](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/tonitorch.png) ![](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/world-champ-2004.png) ![](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/world-champ-2018.png) ![](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/laurel_wreath.png) ![](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/laurel_wreath-1.png) ![](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/laurel_wreath-2.png) --- ## By the Numbers 42+ - Years Representing The Philippines 9+ - Championship Medals 2000 - Olympic Debut – Syndey, Australia [Explore Career Timeline](/career) ![career](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/career--e1770928108501.jpg) --- ## First & Only ### Triple Crown Olympics • World Championships • World Cup Finals ## Samorin 2018 ### Grand Prix Win First Filipino CSI-2* Grand Prix Victory ## Flanders 2025 ### Dressage Pioneer First Filipino Prix St. Georges CDN Win --- A winner is a dreamer who never quits - Toni Leviste, Interview on CNN Philippines --- ## Global Recognition ## In the Press September 4, 2026 Eurodressage Toni Leviste and Fanto Declared for the Philippines at 2026 Asian Games Olympian Toni Leviste and her dressage partner Fanto have been officially announced by Eurodressage as one of only nine individual combinations across Asia definitively entered for the 2026 Asian Games in Tokyo, Japan. The prestigious continental championship marks another historic milestone in Leviste’s career, continuing her lifelong commitment to proudly carrying the Philippine flag on the global sporting stage. Read Full Story July 12, 2026 Market Monitor Toni Leviste Achieves Double Qualification for 2026 Asian Games Olympian and Asian Games medalist Toni Leviste has qualified two horse-and-rider combinations for the dressage competition at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Riding Lacoste 126 and Fanto, she met the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Minimum Eligibility Requirements through strong performances in FEI-recognized competitions in Europe. The achievement gives the Philippines two qualified combinations for final selection and highlights Leviste's consistency at the highest level of international dressage. It also marks another major milestone in her distinguished equestrian career as she prepares for what could be her fifth Asian Games appearance. Read Full Story July 8, 2026 Philstar Toni Leviste Secures Historic Fifth Asian Games Appearance Filipina Olympian Toni Leviste is headed to the Asian Games once again after earning qualification for her fifth appearance in the prestigious continental competition. The veteran equestrian continues to showcase her consistency on the international stage, reinforcing her place among the Philippines' most accomplished riders. Leviste's latest achievement highlights her longevity and dedication to the sport as she prepares to represent the country in the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Read Full Story July 7, 2026 Daily Tribune Toni Leviste’s Horses Gallop Into 2026 Asian Games Qualification Olympian Toni Leviste has qualified both of her horse-and-rider combinations—Lacoste 126 and Fanto—for the dressage competition at the 2026 Asian Games after meeting the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Minimum Eligibility Requirements in international competitions across Europe. The achievement gives the Philippines two qualified combinations for consideration in the final team selection. Beyond the qualification, the milestone reflects Leviste's remarkable transition from show jumping to dressage and her continued pursuit of excellence on the international stage. If officially selected by the Equestrian Association of the Philippines, the 2026 Games will mark her fifth Asian Games appearance. Read Full Story July 6, 2026 Tempo Olympian Toni Leviste Secures Another Asian Games Berth Olympian Toni Leviste has officially qualified for the 2026 Asian Games after meeting the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Minimum Eligibility Requirements in international dressage competition. The achievement adds another milestone to her distinguished equestrian career and positions her for another opportunity to represent the Philippines on one of Asia's biggest sporting stages. Leviste's continued success reflects years of dedication and excellence in international equestrian sport. Her qualification reinforces her standing as one of the country's most accomplished riders as preparations begin for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Read Full Story July 6, 2026 People's Tonight Toni Leviste Qualifies Two Horses for 2026 Asian Games in Major Milestone Olympian and Asian Games medalist Toni Leviste has achieved another significant milestone after qualifying two horse-and-rider combinations for the dressage competition at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Riding both Lacoste 126 and Fanto, Leviste successfully met the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Minimum Eligibility Requirements through strong performances in international competitions across Europe. The accomplishment gives the Equestrian Association of the Philippines two qualified combinations to consider for the final selection, highlighting Leviste's continued excellence on the international stage as she prepares to represent the Philippines once again. Read Full Story July 6, 2026 Manila Bulletin Olympian Toni Leviste Qualifies Two Horse-and-Rider Combinations for 2026 Asian Games Filipina Olympian Toni Leviste has reached another career milestone after qualifying not just one, but two horse-and-rider combinations for the 2026 Asian Games. The remarkable achievement strengthens Team Philippines' hopes in equestrian dressage and highlights Leviste's consistency on the international stage as preparations for Aichi-Nagoya continue. Leviste's achievement reflects her consistent performances in international dressage competitions and reinforces her status as one of the Philippines' most accomplished equestrian athletes. The dual qualification also provides greater flexibility in selecting the country's strongest combination for the upcoming Games. Read Full Story View this post on Instagram A post shared by Toni Leviste (@tonileviste.official) August 30, 2025 Explained PH No One Reins on Toni Leviste’s Parade In a resounding display of her enduring athleticism and evolving mastery, Toni Leviste, a 51-year old stalwart of Philippine equestrianism, etched a new chapter in the country’s sporting annals by clinching first place in the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Prix St. Georges in Belgium on July 19, 2025 — becoming the first Filipino rider to win an international dressage event in Europe. Read Feature August 21, 2025 Manila Times Toni Leviste’s historic win puts Philippine equestrian on the map OLYMPIAN Toni Leviste, an esteemed figure in Filipino equestrian circles, recently achieved a milestone that punctuates her remarkable career spanning over 35 years. Read Full Story August 19, 2025 Daily Tribune PSC, POC laud Leviste triumph The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) lauded Toni Leviste for making a historic performance in a dressage competition in Europe. Read Full Story July 31, 2025 The Philippine Star Leviste tops European dressage competition Riding Hanoverian gelding Lacoste 126, Leviste posted 68.603% to dominate the European field and clear the SEA Games qualifying mark set by the Equestrian Association of the Philippines. Read Full Story July 30, 2025 Manila Bulletin Toni Leviste etches name in history with dressage victory in Europe Flying the Philippine flag in Belgium, Toni Leviste etched her name in history as the first Filipino to win an FEI-level dressage event in Europe, securing SEA Games qualification with a 68.603% ride on Lacoste 126. Read Full Story July 25, 2025 Daily Tribune Leviste makes equestrian history Toni Leviste made history as she emerged as the first Filipino to win an international dressage event in Europe. Leviste shone, posting 68.80 percent to secure the title in the FEI Prix St. Georges class of the Flamelle Concours de Dressage National in Belgium last 19 July. Read Full Story July 24, 2025 The Filipino Times Toni Leviste becomes first Filipino to win international dressage event in Europe Leviste’s landmark victory at the Flemalle CDN, where she outperformed Belgian riders with a 68.603% score, secured both a European breakthrough and a SEA Games slot for the Philippines. Read Full Story July 24, 2025 GMA News Equestrian Toni Leviste becomes first Filipino to win int’l dressage event in Europe Olympian Toni Leviste made history in Belgium, topping the FEI Prix St. Georges with 68.603% and becoming the first Filipino to capture an international dressage title in Europe. Read Full Story March 29, 2024 Fox Sports 4 Decades and Counting: No slowing down Toni Leviste, the longest-serving Philippine equestrienne. Read Full Story December 21, 2019 The Philippine Star Philippine riders rally to take silver in Asian Joust The Philippine equestrian team came from behind to stun the field and the crowd with a silver-medal finish in the recent Federation Equestre Intrernationale Asian Championships in Pattaya, Thailand Read Full Story December 8, 2019 Manila Standard PH takes silver at Asian equestrian championships In front of an astonished crowd, the Philippine team composed of veteran riders Colin Syquia, Toni Leviste, and Joker Arroyo came from an impossible distance behind the pack to take the silver medal at the team jumping competition of the Federation Equestre Internationale Asian Championships Pattaya 2019 Read Full Story August 23, 2016 CNN Philippines The Story of the Filipino: Toni Leviste Filipina Olympian Toni Leviste shares her incredible equestrian journey. Discover how she overcame a devastating injury just weeks before the 2000 Sydney Olympics and chose to ride for her country's flag with unwavering passion and determination. WATCH FEATURE January 9, 2013 Philippine Star Toni Leviste on keeping the faith and leaping through hope See that horse over there? Her name is Leap of Faith, and she’s my soul mate,” Toni Leviste says, gesturing towards an immaculate snow-white mare, a graceful yet commanding presence at the center of her 10-hectare property, the Leviste Equestrian Eco Park (LEEP). Read Full Story ← → --- ## The Art of Versatility ## Life in the Saddle ## - SHOW JUMPING ### Power & Precision Consistency under pressure — where trust meets courage in every stride [Explore Gallery](/gallery) ## - Dressage ### Harmony & Grace Where strength becomes subtlety and experience becomes art [Explore Gallery](https://tonileviste.com.ph/gallery/#open-tab-dressage) --- ![Toni Leviste](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/image-12.jpg) ## leadership ## Purpose Beyond the Saddle Toni continues her athletic pursuits while leading global equestrian management brands — bringing the same focus and hands-on leadership that define her sport. ## The Sanctuaries ## Batangas, Philippines ### Leviste Equestrian Park • LeEP ## 10 Hectares ## Levely Manor ## Nature Sanctuary Leviste Equestrian Park is a private equestrian estate dedicated to the care and welfare of the horse, set within the countryside of Batangas [Explore Park](/leviste-equestrian-park/) ## Wellington, Florida ### Leap of Faith • LoF ## Grand Prix Village ## Olympic Footing ## 18-Stall Barn Leap of Faith is an architectural masterpiece situated in the heart of the winter equestrian capital – Wellington, Florida, USA [Explore Facility](/leap-of-faith-wellington/) --- ## Keeping the Faith ![embracing_islam](https://tonileviste.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/embracing_islam.jpeg) A practicing Muslim since 2004, Toni draws strength from faith in One God — guiding every step of her path. Through the** KeepTheFaith Initiative**, Toni supports scholarships that expand access to higher education — empowering young people in her community to pursue a college degree and shape their own futures. 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