We’ve talked a lot about insane sports this week, and I think the Puissance ranks high on that list, second to Eventing of course. The purpose of Puissance is to successfully clear a wall of collapsible blocks, building it bigger and bigger every round, until either you or the wall come tumbling down. I wonder if these horses escape from their pastures much.
Sweet ‘n Low Gives You Wings: Anthony D’Ambrosio and Sweet ‘n Low jump 7’ 7.5″ for the indoor record. Sweet ‘n Low nearly busted his own nose upon landing.
We Need More Bricks: The last horse and rider combination in this event, Franke Sloothaak and Leonardo, set the Puissance world record of 7’10” (2.4m), still standing since 1991.
Springs In Her Legs: Ladina B bucks and fusses with Ellen Whitaker from the moment she enters the arena until she’s pointed towards the fences, then she’s all business. This pair won the 2009 HOYS Puissance in England.
