Morocco is not turning the page, it is rereading it. By once again appointing Philippe Rozier as head coach of its national team, the Royal Moroccan Federation of Equestrian Sports is betting on a man from within its ranks. And this time, the story takes on an even more personal dimension.

An appointment that goes beyond sport

Philippe Rozier did not wait long to react. On his social media, the Frenchman spoke of the “honor” and “privilege” of becoming Morocco’s head coach again. But above all, he added a deeply personal dimension: succeeding his father, Marcel Rozier, a former pillar of Moroccan equestrian sport.

A symbolic, almost familial passing of the torch, in a sport where stories of legacy matter just as much as results.

Target: Los Angeles 2028

There is no ambiguity about the roadmap. Rozier makes his intentions clear: to build “a strong and ambitious team” capable of performing at major events, World Championships, Mediterranean Games, with a very clear objective in sight: the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

Another important detail: his close relationship with Kebir Ouaddar, leader of the Moroccan team and a friend. A strong signal for team cohesion.

A busy schedule

Rozier is not arriving idle. At the same time, he will continue his role with the Monaco federation until the European Youth Championships this summer in Germany. A dual role he fully embraces, reflecting a coach already well established on the circuit.

Back to basics, maximum ambition

Already in the position from 2012 to 2016, Rozier knows the field well. But this time, the context is different: Morocco no longer just wants to improve, it wants to perform consistently.

A return, a family story, and an Olympic goal in sight. Philippe Rozier returns to Morocco with more than a mission: a legacy to carry on and a new milestone to reach.

Find the official statement from the Moroccan Equestrian Federation here

(Photo cover © Philippe Rozier officiel)