Some Organising Committees have recently expressed their intention to change the Nations Cup format by reducing it to a single round. This intention stems mainly from economic reasons related to costs faced by organising committees, including those of many consecutive hours of media coverage. On this subject the IJRC wishes to list a number of aspects that emphasise the sporting and historical importance of this class that is traditionally held over two rounds.
"It is legitimate to state that thanks to its traditional two round format, it is on the basis of Nations Cups that each country creates the foundations for achieving more important goals and the greatest sporting gratifications. It is therefore felt that the formula should not be changed and joint solutions should be found in order to support the organising committees. The good news is that the FEI has confirmed the traditional two-round format for the year 2023!" states the IJRC.
source: IJRC