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An exciting horse is coming stateside! While we don’t yet know who the lucky new owner and rider is, we do know that Peter Flarup’s Olympic partner, Fascination, is on his way to Florida as we speak. Peter and Fascination had a lengthy partnership that took them to two Olympics (Tokyo and Paris) representing Denmark. We’ll be eager to see this special horse out and about in the coming months!
U.S. Weekend Results
The Eventing Championships at Galway Downs (CA): [Website] [Scores]
Rocking Horse Fall H.T. (FL): [Website] [Scores]
Texas Rose Horse Park H.T. (TX): [Website] [Scores]
News & Reading
The Monart Sale begins TODAY! Running through November 7, this elite catalog of three-year-olds has been hand-picked by a panel of 5* riders and has yielded several top horses over previous seasons. Not attending in person? That’s ok! You can find information on how you can participate in the sale over on the Monart website here.
Are protective riding vests providing real safety, or just the perception of it? The Plaid Horse dives into the latest research and expert insights on the effectiveness of riding vests. From advances in safety technology to practical usage, this article explores what’s truly keeping riders protected in the saddle. Read the full story for an in-depth look here.
The British Columbia Eventing Association (BCEA) is running their annual online auction. The money raised will help provide educational/clinic opportunities supporting all of their members. Start bidding now until November 16! Featured items include: 2025 Rebecca Farms and Galway Entry Fees; a 2025 Cat Skiing Experience at Mustang Powder; lessons from Holly Jacks, Dana Cooke, TIK Maynard, Virtual critique from Sonya Crampton; Redingote, Hit Air, Starbucks, and Tim Hortons gift certificates, and so much more! Click here to start bidding. All prices are in Canadian dollars.
Esteemed eventing groom Jackie Potts has been nominated for the 2024 Horse & Hound Awards. With over 25 years of experience, including grooming at five Olympic Games, six World Equestrian Games, and eight European Championships, Jackie’s dedication and expertise have significantly impacted the equestrian community. Her nomination highlights the vital role of grooms in the success of equestrian sports. The awards ceremony is scheduled for November 28, 2024, at Cheltenham Racecourse. For more details, visit the British Grooms Association’s announcement here.
In a recent Eurodressage article, David Stickland explores how technology can enhance public trust and provide objective measurements in dressage. He emphasizes the importance of judges promptly addressing inappropriate riding behaviors to effect immediate change. Stickland also discusses the potential of artificial intelligence and video analysis to assist judges by handling repetitive observations, allowing them to focus on the overall performance. This integration of technology aims to improve accuracy and fairness in dressage judging. Read more here.
Video Break
We love this video from Carolina Horse Park as we look forward to next season at one of our favorite venues!
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