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22 Teams Ready to Tackle USEA Intercollegiate Championship at Chattahoochee Hills

By on May 10, 2019 1:00 pm -

Lydia Kennedy and Double Dare for Auburn University at the 2018 Championships. Photo by Leslie Threlkeld.

We are just around the corner from the fourth annual USEA Intercollegiate Championship, which will be held May 17-18. After three years at the Virginia Horse Trials in Lexington, Virginia, the Championship relocates south to their new host, Chattahoochee Hills in Fairburn, Georgia.

With the Championship moving to the heart and soul of the SEC (Go Dawgs!), the event is expecting nearly 100 entries — that breaks down into 16 schools across 22 teams.

All three past winners, The University of Georgia (2016), Clemson University (2017), and Auburn University (2018) are looking to put another figurative championship ring on it.

The defending champions will be War Eagle’d out across three teams. UGA, University of Kentucky, University of South Carolina at Aiken and Transylvania University all have two teams.

The University of Louisville and Florida State University will be making their championship debut, so be sure to give them a warm welcome!

You can also cheer for: The University of Alabama, Findlay University, The University of The South, The University of Florida, North Carolina State University, Texas A&M University, Texas Christian University and Bridgewater College.

Who will you be cheering for? Let us know in the comments.

USEA Intercollegiate Championship: Website, Entries

[Fun, Prizes, and Spirit Award at Stake for Intercollegiate Competitors Next Week!]

 

Thursday Videos from Ecovet: The Horsepesterer’s Jersey Fresh Course Walk

By on May 9, 2019 3:35 pm -

We’re big fans of David Frechette, aka The Horsepesterer here on EN. He’s the man with the camera who brings us a first-hand look of events up and down the East Coast with color commentary that will make you belly-laugh. This week he takes a tour around the Jersey Fresh cross country course. Take a look and stay tuned for EN’s course walk later this week.

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“It’s just a little tiny, enormous jump, but you do it at speed and it’s just… probably nothing. It’s an optical illusion. Really not that hard I bet.”

Ecovet fly spray is long-lasting — you typically only need to apply it every one to three days depending on ambient temperature, fly pressure and rain. View tips on applying Ecovet at bit.ly/ecovetapply.

Wednesday Video from Kentucky Performance Products: David Britnell’s Badminton Helmet Cam

By on May 8, 2019 5:00 pm -

Grab mane because we’re leaving the Badminton start box with first-timers David Britnell and Continuity.

They jumped clear with 25.2 time penalties around Eric Winter’s five-star track and ultimately completed their first Badminton in 38th place. Go David!

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Tuesday Video from SpectraVet: Jonty & Art Return to Badminton

By on May 7, 2019 5:00 pm -

“Horses might not be the best therapy for everyone but they certainly are for me.”

Jonty Evans was the guest of honor during Friday’s lunch break aboard his 2018 Badminton ride Cooley Rorkes Drift. The crowd was absolutely delighted to see him back in the saddle.

Go Jonty. Go eventing.

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Tuesday News & Notes from Legends Horse Feeds

By on May 7, 2019 12:01 am -

Photo courtesy of Whidbey Island Horse Trials.

We are sad to say that Whidbey Island Horse Trials will not run this summer. The event does not own the land on which the competition is held, and depends on adjacent property for stabling, dressage, and cross country tracks. Recent changes have made that land unavailable. After looking at every angle, the Organizers determined that they would not be able to hold the event this year, BUT it will return in 2020.

Whidbey Island Horse Trials is Area VII’s longest running event. They held their first competition in 1974 before facing a similar relocation dilemma in 1996. We can’t wait to see them back and better than ever! Kudos to this team for all their efforts.

[Whidbey Island Horse Trials Cancelled for 2019]

National Holiday: National Teacher Appreciation Week

Events Opening This Week: Kent School Spring H.T., Essex H.T., Surefire Farm H.T., Stable View Summer H.T., Fox River Valley Pony Club H.T., Shepherd Ranch SYVPC H.T. I, Midsouth Pony Club H.T., Abbe Ranch Horse Trial

Events Closing This Week: Mystic Valley Hunt Club H.T., VHT International & H.T., Flora Lea Spring H.T., USEA MDHT FEH/YEH/NEH Qualifier, Willow Draw Charity Show, The Spring Event at Woodside, May-Daze at the Park H.T., Coconino Spring H.T.,

Tuesday News: 

Vanir Kamira is something special, and not just because she’s won Badminton. “Tilly” has had a career sprinkled with success. Go Tilly. Go Piggy. [Celebrating new Badminton champion Vanir Kamira’s career so far…]

The Kentucky Trade Fair felt a little empty without the Bit of Britain setup. The retailer, who sponsored the USEA for over 20 years, has officially been sold. [Longtime USEA Sponsor Bit Of Britain Sold]

When Victor Espinoza laid motionless after falling from a horse in training last summer, his whole live changed. A broken neck meant months of pain and rehab, but just five months after his accident, he was back in the saddle, showing off his resiliency. [‘I Have More To Prove Than Before’: Legendary Jockey Victor Espinoza On What It’s Like Returning To Racing After Breaking His Neck]

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Reporter’s Notebook: Kentucky in the Rearview

By on May 6, 2019 6:00 pm -

Oliver Townend and Cooley Master Class. Photo by Shelby Allen.

It honestly took over a week plus Badminton coverage to truly reflect (recover) from The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event. The Best Weekend All Year, held April 24-28 is one of EN’s busiest, so I’d like to bring you a few odds and ends that might have been missed in our coverage as well as a look inside of the madness that is LRK3DE:

Kentucky was a different beast for me this year. I went to the former four-star for the first time as a spectator, then for a number of years as an intern for Press Officer Marty Bauman and his Classic Communications team, who organize the Media Center, and then again when I worked for the U.S. Eventing Association. Kentucky feels familiar, and I know, generally, what to expect, but that got a bit flipped this year as I found myself taking on the role of Lead Writer for Eventing Nation.

This past Sunday marked two years since I joined the team, and I’ve covered enough events that I know what to do, but the how to do it was truthfully a little daunting. Jenni Autry has fearlessly led the EN coverage in Kentucky for the last seven years, so I certainly had big shoes to fill. If you’ve never met Jenni, picture every single Marvel Universe character rolled into one — being Jenni is a superpower on its own. As I took the reins that week, I wanted to maintain the quality and flair our readers have come to expect as literally thousands and thousands of you guys visit EN every day during Kentucky.

Fortunately, the Nation Media team is quite frankly the best out there, and there was not one second that I didn’t have ample support, encouragement and friends eager to help me. I have Jenni, Leslie Wylie, Abby Powell, Maggie Deatrick and Tilly Berendt to thank for that. And don’t worry, Jenni hasn’t gone anywhere, she was on the other side of the camera this year as field reporter for USEF Network (which she did brilliantly! You can find more of her excellent coverage here).

Merrick Haydon supporting journalists the best way possible – with boxed wine. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Outside of our own happy EN bubble — there is nothing more encouraging than working alongside the many, many talented journalists and photographers who descend on Kentucky every year.

Our content came to life that week through the photos of Shannon Brinkman and her team, which included the talented Bryce Lankard and Erin Gilmore. I feel very lucky that our little corner of the Internet had such incredible visual thanks to them.

I’d also like to take a second to congratulate Jenni, Shannon and The Chronicle of the Horse’s Mollie Bailey, who all received McCauley’s Alltech ‘A+’ Awards for outstanding coverage of international equestrian sport. It’s very encouraging to see their talent and hard work recognized.

Now to the competition — I’m happy to say that this was one of the safest years in Kentucky. The one major injury was a broken collarbone sustained by Buck Davidson, and I’m happy to report that he’s on the mend. Before he underwent surgery for some new hardware, he was at the competition Sunday, coaching and supporting other riders with a smile on his face. He was rightfully awarded the The Equis Sportsmanship Award for this.

An early and uncharacteristic fall had Liz Halliday-Sharp and Deniro Z eliminated from the competition at fence three on the cross country. Liz said Deniro didn’t feel himself — he was unusually laid back and a bit lazy in the first minute — but we’re happy to hear that he’s feeling right as rain again. Liz has made her usual spring pilgrimage back to the UK, and we’re looking forward to following their summer season across the pond.

One of the biggest points of discussion over the weekend revolved around Will Coleman and Tight Lines, who were penalized by the new missed flag rule. Will posted this on his Facebook page the following Monday:

“As I understand it, the intent of this rule is to prevent horses that are trying to run out from having their head, neck, and shoulders simply held inside the flags by the riders, while their bodies don’t actually jump the obstacle. In my case, I think there was no question my horse tried to jump between the flags. Did I ride it perfectly? Absolutely not. Was the distance too long? Yes. There were lots of awkward rides there throughout the day. Did the horse jump it well? No, he is not the scopiest, and he scraped over it, and it was hairy as hell. That’s eventing. It ain’t all roses. But punishing this horse for trying his absolute hardest to the do the right thing in that moment just seems wrong, especially when the actual intent of the rule is to penalize combinations who are trying to NOT negotiate the fence and are simply wrangled between the flags. Unequivocally, that was not the case here. It was as honest an effort on the part of the horse as you can get. If you want to punish me for having one dicey fence on an 11 minute 5* track, the rest of which the horse made look like child’s play in one of only four double clear rounds, then give me a yellow card for not riding well enough.”

This new rule has received heavy criticism this spring, as riders and fans argue that it introduces an element of subjectivity to the cross country phase. EN is actively following this rule and its implementation as the season continues.

Dom Schramm and Bolytair B. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

We’ve seen a smaller pool of Kentucky first-timers in the last two years, mostly due to a more stringent qualification process, but their stories are always the most special to me because they are out there chasing a dream that many of us have shared.

I’d like to highlight Ariel Grald, who turned heads on Saturday for her incredible cross country performance that made her look like she’d been around that track a thousand times before, and Dom Schramm, who handled the seemingly overwhelming pressure of going first in the show jumping with one of the most stylish clear rounds of the day.

Lauren Kieffer and her crew. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Speaking of show jumping, there is no more emotional moment than when a competitor completes their round and comes back to join their team. A five-star completion is special to all riders whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned veteran. They say it takes a village to get a horse to this level, and that moment when the village reunites on the backside of a completion is truly special.

Welcome to the EN team, baby Thomas! Photo courtesy of Leslie Wylie.

Amid the madness that is Kentucky, I have to admit I had one ear flicked another direction for a large portion of the competition as our very own Leslie Wylie was facing an entirely different challenge — labor and delivery. In true eventer spirit, her bundle of joy arrived on cross county day. I missed Leslie’s cheer in the Media Center this year, but am so excited for her and her husband.

Working for this sport is often a labor of love, but I feel very fortunate to toil away for something I am truly passionate about. Thank you to all the readers that rode the emotional roller coaster that is Kentucky with us.

Click here to catch up on all of our LRK3DE coverage.

Best of Badminton Social Media: When Pigs Fly

By on May 5, 2019 3:24 pm -

We still haven’t emotionally recovered from this morning’s dramatic final phase that had Piggy French earning her very first five-star win. I mean… just check out a few of our team reactions:

And we’re not alone — you guys were fangirling all over Piggy, and rightfully so! Pigs CAN fly — I mean did you see Piggy and Vanir Kamira sail around the show jumping? Here’s your best moments on social media celebrating the Badminton finale:

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Hard work, systems and dreams #YearOfThePig

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Plus one very important question that we’d like answered:

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 7 Excellent Ex-Racehorses

By on May 5, 2019 11:00 am -

In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our sister site, Sport Horse Nation. To help with the search, we’re going to feature a selection of current listings here on EN each week. We include the ad copy provided; click the links for videos, pricing and contact information.

It’s Triple Crown szn! What better way to celebrate the Kentucky Derby weekend than getting a Thoroughbred of your own? Here are 7 ex-racehorses listed on Sport Horse Nation who are ready to leave the startbox:

Gentleman Barton. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Gentleman Barton, 10 yr old, 16.1hh, OTTB gelding.

Lovely 10 yr old, 16.1hh, chestnut OTTB Gelding for sale. Freddy is currently competing at the preliminary level and is aimed at a CCIL** this spring. Freddy was purchased as a sale horse and has been brought along and competed by one of our working students from beginner novice thru to the preliminary level over the last year and a half. He has three lovely warmblood like gaits, is simple on the flat and is a careful jumper. He is ready to give someone lower level confidence miles with ambition to move up or be taken further, he would make a great young rider or adult amateur horse. Freddy has low mileage, after finishing on the track when he was three, he was turned out by the previous owners for roughly five years due to financial reasons. Freddy has a wonderful temperament and is sound with recent x-rays available on request. He is not one to be passed up as he is going to make someone a great horse. Freddy is currently located in Southern Pines, NC. Price upon request. Please contact Will Faudree for videos and more details.

Bear’s Pegasus. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Experienced Novice/Training OTTB for sale

For sale: Bear’s Pegasus aka Koda is a 2013 16.1h TB gelding by Court Vision. After a short racing career Koda started Eventing and has a good record with placings at Novice and completed one training level at the end of 2018. Koda is an athletic type with good movement, a great gallop and a scopey jump. Koda is soft in the bridle and the type of TB that you can put your leg on. Never looky at any show jump or xc fences, and wants to be very careful. Koda has a lot of potential for the upper levels of Eventing. He is a quirky type of TB that needs the right patient person to appreciate him. Koda would suit a good young rider, experienced amateur, or professional. Totally sound with some xrays on file. Recently was examined and flexed for baseline information with all findings being normal. No vices. USEA # 177716. Asking $18,000. Located in Charlottesville, VA.

Dodger. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Dodger: 2008 OTTB Training Level Eventer

Dodger: 2008 OTTB Eventer. 16.1 H chestnut gelding. Novice packer going successfully at Training level. No vices, super sound, loads & hauls easily, easy keeper, good with clipping and bathing, easy for farrier. Lots of scope, straight forward ride, hacks out alone without fuss, forgiving & kind, easy keeper, no maintenance issues. Would also make a great jumper. This horse is so much fun and has an amazing, sweet personality. Contact Molly for more info!

Great Mouse Detective. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Athletic, uncomplicated, and ready to win!

The Great Mouse Detective (jockey club Meetinghouse Road) is a 2012 15.3 liver chestnut thoroughbred gelding. Mouse has the movement to win in dressage, the bravery and athleticism to always go double clear, plus the temperament to put any rider at ease! He is uncomplicated to get on the bit and naturally well balanced with lovely gaits (he scored a 66% at 1st level test 2 at his first recognized dressage show). At his first Beginner Novice Event, Mouse finished on his dressage score of a 29.4 over the same cross country course that had been used for the Beginner Novice 3 Day competition, which earned him the TIP award low score for all divisions. He is confidently jumping 3ft courses including one stride lines, offset lines, and max width oxers. He will quickly move up the levels and easily has the scope for Prelim. Add to all this that he has been used in lessons for D2 level pony clubbers, he has an unbelievably willing and affectionate personality, and he is barefoot behind with great feet. A true unicorn! Mouse is located at Waredaca Farm in Laytonsville, MD.

Bella Dixie. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

NOVICE MILES WITH POTENTIAL TO GO PRELIM

For your consideration Bella Dixie or “Bella” as know In the barn is a 15.1 7yr ottb mare. Bella would be a great fit for a intermediate rider with quite seat looking to conquer the lower levels of eventing or is even fancy enough for the dressage ring! Bella has tons of novice miles and has schooled training with the potential to go prelim. Bella fits into the typical red-headed mare stereotype but with the right rider she produces a great dressage score and a superb Jump. She is currently under a working student in one of the best eventing barns in ocala. I’m open to all offers and payments/leases just looking to find the best home/fit for her. For more information please call or text Hana Sangster @ 954-695-263. Located in Florida.

Keep The Beat. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Keep The Beat- Upper Level Prospect

“Keep The Beat”, Althea is a 5-year-old OTTB, 16 hands. Unfortunately, because of my college schedule I do not have the time that this special horse deserves. I bought her when she was coming 4 and we competed last season. She went to the September GMHA Horse Trials for her first event and brought home a ribbon! She has the best mind in the barn and under saddle. Will jump anything you point her at and is floaty on the flat. Stands for the farrier and vet, clips, trailers, and hacks out alone or in a group. She is quiet enough for an adult amateur or young rider, and talented enough to move up the levels. Located in Vermont.

Guttenberg. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Talented Eventer with Upper Level Potential

Guttenberg is a 2014, 16.2h OTTB gelding. This horse has the talent to make the upper levels. He’s easy, he’s fun, and nice to look at! Has competed novice, and will have no problem moving up to training this spring. He gallops around xc courses that he’s never seen before without batting an eye. With 3 well balanced, uphill gaits, he scores well in dressage. Has been to big venues this year such as the Colorado Horse Park, the Kentucky Horse Park, Texas Rose, Holly Hill, and more. He looks at life as an adventure, ready to go wherever you ask! Always ready to come out and work, even with time off, like he didn’t miss a beat. Don’t pass up on this guy, or you’ll be competing against him! Very mild cribber, controlled with a collar.

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Sunday Links Presented by One K Helmets

By on May 5, 2019 12:01 am -

Despite Selena O’Hanlon not being able to compete in this year’s Badminton Horse Trials, she and Woody’s owner, John Rumble, have incurred major expenses. To cover those, they’ve held fundraisers, and they have one left, this gorgeous rose gold necklace crafted by Matt Dixon, who owns Dixons Jewellers in Ottawa. The bespoke necklace has 5 diamonds over the horse and rider with Badminton Horse Trials engraved underneath.  On the back is engraved 70th Anniversary to reflect Badminton’s years of competition.  The pendant and necklace are valued at $1,500.00 Canadian. Bidding ends at 5 p.m. today, Sunday, May 5.

Click here to bid on the necklace. For more information, contact [email protected].

National Holiday: Cinco de Mayo

Major Weekend Events:

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U.S. Weekend Action:

The Event at Skyline H.T. [Website] [Entry Status/Ride Times/Live Scores]

MCTA H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Poplar Place H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Sunday Links: 

Country House wins Kentucky Derby after Maximum Security is disqualified

‘He is an exceptional athlete’ — all change at the top after Badminton cross-country

Battle for Badminton: Irish horses dominate as Ollie stays in front

Ride Between the Flags with Marc Grandia

‘I Have More To Prove Than Before’: Legendary Jockey Victor Espinoza On What It’s Like Returning To Racing After Breaking His Neck

Just in on Jumper Nation: I Guess You Could Say She Stuck the Landing

Sunday Video: 

Townend's leading cross country round

There has been a lot of very classy riding today but Oliver Townend's round was one not to miss. His leading ride, Irish-bred Ballaghmor Class is known as Thomas at home and is owned by Karyn Shuter, Angela Hislop & Val Ryan.

Posted by Badminton Horse Trials on Saturday, May 4, 2019

Best of Badminton Social Media: Ponies and Prosecco

By on May 4, 2019 3:16 pm -

Ain’t no party like a Badminton cross country day party! You guys lived it up and put it on the ‘gram. Here’s the best bits from Badminton social media that are giving us serious FOMO:

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#badmintonhorsetrials #harristweed

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Didn’t lick it up off the ground 🍸

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What a beautiful cross country course😩🙌🏽

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Badminton was a good one 😋

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After the toughest Spring of my career so far with horse injuries & a pretty serious fall myself, today was a tough day. I’m very lucky to have had some incredible people around me to support me to just make it to @bhorsetrials. I’m not at my best confidence or fitness wise, but we made it round today, even though he pulled my arms out!! What an amazingly clever horse who has jumped clear around his 6th Badminton. Thank you to my best buddy for keeping jumping, looking for those flags & bringing me home safe. I’ve never chatted so much to him on the way round! Thank god it’s over. Now to re build and move forward. Love you Spikey! So sorry @gary.stevens.9256 couldn’t be here but been he’s been my rock on the end of phone every second. Thank you to each and every one of you who has sent messages and supported me this week – with the biggest thank you’s going to my amazing family – Chris & Marcelle, Jack & the wonderful Elodie Frost & Charlotte Overton, the Soul Syndicate who own Spike and to my incredible sponsors: @weatherbeetauk @childeric_uk @gainequinenutrition @treehousesportingcolours @timothyfoxx @fairfaxandfavor @gemmaj_jewellery @equstreamz @ukflairstrips @tech_stirrups

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Badminton 2019 Cross Country Live Updates from Voltaire Design: Oliver Townend’s Domination Continues

By on May 4, 2019 6:10 am -

Photo courtesy of Badminton Horse Trials.

For the 70th consecutive year, competitors are gearing up for cross country day at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials, and it feels freakishly special that we get to enjoy this iconic event. Don’t miss one second of the action — Grab a cup of coffee and keep refreshing this page for all the latest from Eric Winter’s track as it happens.

Here are the North American entries/ride times:

  • Jenny Caras & Fernhill Fortitude: 2:42 BST/9:42 a.m. EST – Two stops, Retired on course
  • Woodge Fulton & Captain Jack: 14:06 BST/11:06 a.m. EST – CLEAR + 43.2 time penalties

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The 2019 Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials is brought to you in partnership with the team at Voltaire Design United Kingdom. Going to Badminton? Head to Voltaire Design on Stand 253 on Somerset Way and meet the team of Sports Saddle Specialists, arrange a free, totally no-obligation fitting for you and your horse, or indulge in the Deal of the Day. Put a deposit on a new saddle during the event, and you’ll receive a matching girth, stirrup leathers, and saddlepad – free! Looking for a bargain? Head to Voltaire Design’s sister stand, EquiTack, to check out their premium pre-loved saddles at rock-bottom prices.

12:16 p.m. Our leadboard looks a bit different now. Stay tuned for a full report from Tilly Berendt.

12:12 p.m. Emma Hyslop-Webb and Pennlands Douglas finish with 20 jump and 28.4 time penalties.

12:08 p.m. Chris Burton and Cooley Lands finish four seconds under the time for a score of 28.1.

12:07 p.m. Emma Hyslop-Webb and Pennlands Douglas go the long way at the Mirage Water, but they have a stop at the final corner.

12:06 p.m. Burto still up on minute markers

12:01 p.m. Emma Hyslop-Webb and Pennlands Douglas are clear through the first third of the course, but they don’t look to be attacking the time.

12:00 p.m. Chris Burton gets a funny jump out of the Shogun Hollow, but Cooley Lands craws over and they’re clear.

11:59 a.m. Chris Burton and Cooley Lands are flying and looking very confident. Can he make the time again?

11:57 a.m. Another stop for Pippa and Billy Walk On at the Hildon Water Pond. She puts a hand up to retire.

11:56 a.m. Pippa Funnell and Billy Walk On take a frangible pin at the KBIS Footbridge.

11:56 a.m. Pippa is clear through the Shogun Hollow!

11:54 a.m. Pippa Funnell and Billy Walk On are on course and clear through the Joules Corners.

11:53 a.m. Tina Cook and Billy The Red finish 31 seconds over for a current score of 40.5.

11:52 a.m. Izzy Taylor and Springpower have a stop at the Shogun Hollow. They jump clear on second attempt, and she elects to retire.

11:50 a.m. William Fox-Pitt and Oratorio finish clear with 8.8 time penalties.

11:48 a.m. a.m. Tina Cook has been restarted and she’s clear through the brush fences at 21, 22 & 23.

11:46 a.m. The fence is fixed, and they’ve allowed William Fox-Pitt and Oratorio to overtake Tina and Billy The Red. He’s clear through the Lake.

11:45 a.m. Tina is being held while they repair fence 26.

11:43 a.m. Tom Crisp finishes with 11 penalties + 22.4 time penalties.

11:42 a.m. Tom Crisp and Liberty and Glory have taken the pin down at fence 26 leaving the Lake. That will give them 11 penalties.

11:41 a.m. Billy The Red rockets over the ditch at the Mirage Water, Tina quickly regroups and takes a circle.

11:40 a.m. Tina and Billy The Red look total class around this course. They’re clear through the Hildon Water.

11:39 a.m. Oliver Townend and Ballaghmor Class are one second over — That will put them on 21.5. They stay in the lead!

11:38 a.m. Tina Cook and Billy The Red are on course! Clear through the Joules Corners so far.

11:37 a.m. Leaving the Huntsmans Close, Oliver is still about 8 seconds down on the clock.

11:35 a.m. Tim Price and Ringwood Sky Boy finish clear bang on the optimum time! They’ll stay on 30.1.

11:34 a.m. Oliver Townend currently around 11 seconds down on the clock as he approaches fence 20.

11:32 a.m. Tom Rowland and Possible Mission finish clear with  25.6 time penalties for a two-day score of 59.5.

11:31 a.m. Tim Price takes a daring inside line at the NyeTimber combination.

11:31 a.m. Oliver Townend and Ballaghmor Class are on course!

 11:30 a.m. Woodge Fulton and Captain Jack finish clear, one minute and 48 seconds over the clock!

11:27 a.m. Woodge Fulton clear through the ditch fences at 29 and through the Quarry. Headed for home!

11:25 a.m. Tim Price looking for a better finish with Ringwood Sky Boy. Clear through the staircase.

11:24 a.m. Tom Rowland and Impossible Mission opt for the long route at the Mirage Water and they’re clear.

11:23 a.m. Michael Own finishes clear with 6.8 time penalties.

11:22 a.m. Woodge clear through the NyeTimber Heights.

11:20 a.m. Nick Lucey and Proud Courage finish clear two minutes and five seconds over the time.

11:19 a.m. YASS Woodge! She fights for it to go clear at the Shogun Hollow.

11:17 a.m. We hear that Woodge & Captain Jack are on course, but no site yet.

11:17 a.m. Michael Owen and Bradeley Law have a little trot over the final corner at the Mirage Water. Clever!

11:15 a.m. Ellen Cameron and Haleen Crown Jewels finish with 20 jump penalties and 33.2 time penalties.

11:12 a.m. Toshi finishes clear, but he’ll have that stop from the Hildon Water.

11:12 a.m. Nicholas Lucey and Proud Courage have a stop at the Shogun Hollow.

11:10 a.m. Ellen Cameron and Haleen Crown Jewels have glance off at fence 23. Such a shame — they had a massive save at the big, wide wagon before hand.

11:07 a.m. Kai Rueder and Colani Sunrise finish clear 1 minute and 4 seconds over the time for a score of 55.7.

11:05 a.m. Ellen Cameron and Haleen Crown Jewels nearly eat dirt at the stairway early on the in the course, but they stick it and are clear over the alternate.

11:04 a.m. Toshiyuki Tanaka and Kelecyn Pirate have a stop at the B element of the Hildon Water.

11:04 a.m. 

11:02 a.m. Kai looks like he’s having the most fun ride of his life with Colani Sunrise. Woohoo!

11:00 a.m. Sebastien Cavaillon and Sarah d’Argouges finish clear with 21.6 time penalties.

10:59 a.m. Kai Rueder gets it done through the Shogun Hollow!

10:57 a.m. Isabel English completes her first five-star cross country with 42.8 time penalties to sit on a score of 77.3

10:55 a.m. James Summerville and Talent are now on course and clear through the Joules Corners.

10:52 a.m. Harry Mutch finishes with the two stops and two minutes and two seconds over the optimum time.

10:51 a.m. The French pair Sebastien Cavaillon and Sarah d’Argouges are clear through the Outlander Bank.

10:50 a.m. Isabel English is the first to go the long way at the Outlander Bank.

10:49 a.m. Harry Mutch has another stop at the YoungMinds brushes.

10:48 a.m.Wills Oakden goes clear in his first Badminton! He was 1 minute and 3 seconds over the time.

10:47 a.m. Isabel English and Feldale Mouse just squeak through the Shogun Hollow.

10:45 a.m. Shame. Harry does have a stop at the Hildon Water Pond.

10:44 a.m. Harry Mutch and HD Bronze with really clever riding through the Shogun Hollow. I thought he’d gotten a stop at the log out, but scoring says he managed to swerve around to tentatively go clear. “I had no idea you could do that” – Andrew Nicholson.

10:43 a.m. Imogen Murray and Ivar Gooden finish clear just 4 seconds above the time! They had a brilliant ride.

10:39 a.m. Louise Harwood and Balladeer Miller Man finish clear with 23.6 time penalties. This horse is still full of running.

10:37 a.m. Emily Philp finishes with 20 jump penalties and 27.2 time penalties.

10:34 a.m. Louse takes the long route at the Mirage Water.

10:31 a.m. Louise Harwood has a funny jump with Balladeer Miller Man at the Shogun Hollow. She circles to confirm she’s cleared it, and she continues.

10:30 a.m. A stop for Emily Philp and Camebert at the NyeTimber Heights combination. Got a bit too much steam coming down the hill.

10:28 a.m. Sam Griffiths has another runout at the YoungMinds Brushes. He elects to retire.

10:27 a.m. Laura Collett and Mr. Bass finish clear with 17.2 time penalties.

10:26 a.m. Mr. Bass is fighting fit. Clear so far through the Quarry. She’s only got 30 seconds to get home, so she’ll have time penalties.

10:25 a.m. Arianna Schivo finishes clear, 54 seconds over the time.

10:23 a.m. Sam Griffiths and Billy Liffy have a stop at the Shogun Hollow.

10:21 a.m. Laura Collett circles at the Mirage water after Mr. Bass’ exuberant jump over the ditch.

10:20 a.m. Georgie Spence and finishes with that 1 stop and 19.6 time penalties.

10:19 a.m. SUPER ride through the Shogun Hollow for Laura Collett and Mr. Bass.

10:17 a.m. Mr. Bass is on course!

10:17 a.m. Kazuma and Tacoma d’Horset finish clear 38 seconds over the time.

10:14 a.m. Halltown Harley is a spicy one! He and Georgie have a wild line around Nyetimber Heights combination.

10:13 a.m. Arianna Schivo gets a little unbalanced, but clear through the double banks early on.

10:12 a.m. Georgie Spence  & Halltown Harley have a runout at the Outlander Bank. They’re clear on second attempt.

10:09 a.m. David Britnell and Continuity finish clear 1 minute and three seconds over the time. I think he’s had the loudest applause of the day.

10:08 a.m. Excellent effort for Kazuma and Tacoma d’Horset through the Shogun Hollow.

10:06 a.m. Kazuma Tomoto on course to Japan.

10:05 a.m. David Britnell pulls out all the stops to get through the Mirage water, and he’s clear.

10:03 a.m. Bill Levett and Lassban Diamond Lift finish clear, 20 seconds over for a score of 39.9.

10:03 a.m. Another stop for Jenny at the drop into the Hildon Water Pond. She looks to be retiring. Sad end of the day for this pair.

9:59 a.m. ARG! Jenny and Forty are yet another pair to have a stop at the Shogun Hollow. She’s clear on the second attempt.

9:58 a.m. JENNY CARAS ON COURSE! Go Girl!

9:56 a.m. Sara Bullimore has retired before the Lake. She had picked up 11 penalties for a rail at 3 and had the 15 penalties at the Hildon Water from what the scores say.

9:55 a.m. Andrew Nicholson and Swallow Springs finish clear one second inside the time!

9:51 a.m. Reve du Rouets LEAPS over the ditch at Huntsmans Close, but Sarah Bullimore doesn’t keep her eye off that log.

9:48 a.m. Swallow Springs is full of run, but Andrew Nicholson, as usual, has not moved his position one bit.

9:47 a.m. Alicia Hawker finishes clear just 22 seconds over the time. Very classy round.

9:45 a.m. Alicia Hawker and Charles RR looking great and clear so far through the Quarry. Andrew Nicholson, meanwhile, has started with Swallow Springs who looks very keen through the Joules corners.

9:43 a.m. Umm…. Mark Todd and NZB Campino have a slow-mo stop at the ditch at Shogun Hollow. Not their day, and they retire.

9:42 a.m. Will Furlong and Collien P 2 get just too close to an open corner at the Huntsmans Close and take down the pinned front rail. They’ll get an extra 11 penalties.

9:41 a.m. Mark Todd & NZB Campino smooth and steady down the staircase early in the course.

9:40 a.m. 

9:38 a.m. Virginia Thompson has an absolutely blazing ride with Star Nouveau — they have the fastest ride of the day so far at three seconds under the clock. Well done!

9:37 a.m. Oof. Unfortunately a stop for Will Furlong and Collien P 2 come to a stop at the second element at the Hildon Water Pond.

9:34 a.m. Will Furlong and Collien P 2 pull a real Ariel Grald — they take the flag in the horse’s tail away from the Joules Corners.

9:33 a.m. Matt Heath finishes clear 1 minute and 35 seconds over the time.

9:29 a.m. Katie Preston and Templar Justice have three stops at the Hildon Water Pond for a sad end to their day.

9:27 a.m. Padraig McCarthy and Mr Chunky finish with 11 jump penalties just 8 seconds over the time. He’ll be seriously frustrated because they were very competitive on the time.

9:25 a.m. Oh dear. Padraig and Mr. Chunky land in the middle of an open oxer at the Huntsmans Close, so they’ll get 11 penalties.

9:24 a.m. Matthew Heath and The Lion have a scary ride through the Outlander Bank, but they’re clear.

9:22 a.m. Padraig is about 8 seconds over the time before the Lake.

9:20 a.m. Mr. Chunky looking very fit. He bounds over the Outlander Bank.

9:18 a.m. WEG individual silver medalists Padraig McCarthy and Mr Chunky are on course with very bold jumping in the Joules Corners.

9:17 a.m. Pietro Sandei and Rubis de Prere finish clear 1 minute 24 seconds over the time. They sit on 64.2.

9:14 a.m. Pietro Sandei goes the long way at the Lake. He’s clear so far, but not fighting the clock much.

9:13 a.m. Arg! Josephy Murphy looked to be right on, but he has a stop at the final element of the Shogun Hollow. He then retires after going clear on a second attempt.

9:12 a.m. Joseph Murphy and Sportsfield Othello brilliantly clear through the Joules Corners.

9:10 a.m. Italy’s Pietro Sandei and Rubis de Prere are clear so far through the Hildon Water.

9:07 a.m. Claire Abbott and Euro Prince finish clear, 27 over for a score of 42.2.

9:06 a.m. Oh dear, Kitty and Vendredi Biats just do not get the Outlander Bank right, and Kitty is thrown, and “Froggy” crawls over. Both walk off looking ok.

9:04 a.m. Kitty and “Froggy” have a massive jump over the Shogun ditch, and become the umpteenth pair to have a stop on the way out.

9:03 a.m. Kitty King and Vendredi Biats in perfect form through the Joules Corners.

9:02 a.m. Michael Ryan finishes clear 34 seconds over the time for a score of 50.3.

9:00 a.m. Michael Ryan continues on and is clear through the ditch and brush combination at 29.

8:57 a.m. As we wait… here are the current standings. The only person who can beat Piggy now would be Oliver Townend and Ballaghmor Class. They’ll have to go clear, but they do have about 14 seconds of room on the clock.

8:54 a.m. Claire Abbott and Michael Ryan are being held on course as builders repair fence 26 that Tom McEwen took the pin on.

8:52 a.m. 

8:51 a.m. Grab Mane!! Claire Abbot and Euro Price are on course. Love this spicy horse.

8:49 a.m. Tom McEwen and Toledo de Kerser finish with 8.8 time penalties and provisionally 11 jump penalties for that MIM clip

8:48 a.m. Clara Loiseau and Wont Wait finish clear, 34 seconds over the time.

8:47 a.m. Arg! Tom and Toledo de Kerser take the pin down on fence 26 leaving the Lake.

8:45 a.m. Julia Norman and Carryon Bobby Boy finish their first Badminton clear 1 minute 44 seconds over the time.

8:44 a.m. Tom and Toledo de Kerser clear through the Mirage Pond – which has called the new flag penalty into question today.

8:40 a.m. Big players on course: Tom McEwen and Toledo de Kerser.

8:39 a.m. Clara Loiseau and Wont Wait with a big jump into the Hildon Water Pond, but easy managing out.

8:37 a.m. Malin Josefsson and Golden Midnight with a very positive round. Malin is a amateur rider who is a veterinarian in her working life. They finish clear with 14.8 time penalties.

8:35 a.m. Millie Dumas finishes clear, but they’re 1 min 27 seconds over for a score of 62.1. Definitely a pair to watch on teams in the future.

8:34 a.m. 

8:33 a.m. Millie also takes the long route at Huntsmans Close

8:31 a.m. Five-star debutants Malin Josefsson and Golden Midnight clear through the Hildon Water Pond.

8:30 a.m. Nicky Hill and MGH Bingo Boy finish clear 33 seconds over.

8:28 a.m. Millie takes the long route at the Mirage water, which will give them quite a bit of extra time.

8:27 a.m. We’ve just heard that Jesse Campbell’s 15 penalties for missing a flag have been removed.

8:26 a.m. Millie with very smart riding through the Shogun Hollow that has caught so many riders out.

8:25 a.m. Millie Dumas and Artistiek are clear through the Joules Corners. Millie is currently the highest-placed first-timer at Badminton.

8:23 a.m. Tom Jackson finishes clear with 23.6 time penalties.

8:22 a.m. Nicky Hilly trots her way through the Shogun Hollow to go clear there.

8:22 a.m. Tom Jackson clear through the Quarry.

8:18 a.m. Richard Jones and Alfies Clover have a stop at the Worcester Avenue Table at 6. They retire.

8:17 a.m. Tom Jackson and Carpa du Buisson Z clear through the Mirage Water.

8:14 a.m. Jesse finishes with the 15 pens and 29 second over for a current score of 58.

8:14 a.m. King Eider comes to a stop at the drop into the Hildon Water Pond. A bit troubling as the big grey gets a let a little stuck as he backs out, but they retire and are both perfectly fine!

8:13 a.m. We’re hearing now that Jesse Campbell did pick up 15 penalties earlier in the course — at the Joules Corner at 7.

8:11 a.m. Louisa Milne Home and King Eider are clear through the Outlander Bank. This is the oldest horse in the field at 19.

8:09 a.m. Piggy and Vanir Kamira finish two seconds over!! Brilliant riding. They sit on 25.8. VERY competitive score.

8:06 a.m. Ciaran Glynn and November Night finish clear with the second fastest time so far at 15 seconds over.

8:04 a.m. Piggy is moving right along, trying very hard to make the time.

8:02 a.m. Vanir Kamira very bold through the Outlander bank.

8:00 a.m. PIGGY! She’s clear through the Joules Corners with Vanir Kamira.

7:58 a.m. A huge jump over the Shogun Hollow ditch gives Ciaran and November Night two and a bit, but the clever mare jumps out.

7:57 a.m. Ciaran Glynn gets a little long to the Joules Double Corners, but November Night leaps to the challenge.

7:55 a.m. Becky Woolven and Charlton Down Riverdance get an awkward distance to the Worcester Avenue Table, and both fall. They’re up quickly and off ok.

7:55 a.m. Louise Romeike and Wieloch’s Utah Sun finish clear about a minute over the time.

7:53 a.m. Louise Romeike opts to take the long route at the Quarry.

7:53 a.m. 

7:51 a.m. Hazel Towers and Simply Clover finish with two stops and one minute and 22 seconds over the time, but she’s absolutely thrilled to complete one of the hardest cross country courses in the world!

7:50 a.m. 

7:48 a.m. Great riding for Louise Romeike and Wieloch’s Utah Sun through the tricky corners at teh Mirage Water.

7:46 a.m. Simply Clover kind of smashes into the bank out of the Lake after they get a long spot. They are clear over the option, but they’ve lost form a bit.

7:46 a.m. Simply Clover says “NO!” at the YoungMinds Brushes. Clear on second presentation.

7:44 a.m. Hazel Towers and Simply Clover with the tightest ride through the Mirage Water that we’ve seen so far.

7:42 a.m. Ben Hobday and Harelaw Wizard finish clear with 18.4 time penalties.

7:40 a.m. Another stop for Merel at the Outlander Bank. She puts a hand up to retire.

7:39 a.m. Merel Blom and Rumour Has It N.O.P. have a stop at the Shogun Hollow. Most influential fence of the day so far.

7:38 a.m. Ben only about 14 seconds over the time at the Lake.

7:36 a.m. Harelaw Wizard dropped his hind legs in the ditch at 17, but that actually helped slow down the momentum so he could take the direct line to the corner at 18. Well sat!

7:35 a.m. Absolutely masterful riding from Ben Hobday. Love this pair.

7:34 a.m. Harelaw Wizard looking very positive and clear through the Outlander Bank. “It’s probably because I broke the horse!” – Ian Stark.

7:32 a.m. Ben Hobday and his half-Clydesdale looking very keen at the early double corners.

7:31 a.m. Nicola Wilson and Bulana finish clear and 26 seconds over

7:28 a.m. Oh dear. Emily King and Dargun have both fallen at fence 11. They got a little close and took the back pin down as well. Both up and looking ok.

7:26 a.m. Jim Newsam and Magennis finish clear, and 58 seconds over the time. 64.3 is their score so far.

7:25 a.m. Bulana is really making Nicola work hard.

7:24 a.m. Nicola decides to circle to make sure she’s got Bulana’s attention before the rail corners at 18.

7:23 a.m. “Most people would be scared to ride this horse because of the speed she wants to go.”

7:22 a.m. Bulana is flying with Nicola Wilson.

7:21 a.m. William admits his children kept him going, “Dad, get your ass in gear!” to be exact… haha!

7:20 a.m. Camille Lejeune and Tahina des Isles have a stop at the YoungMinds Brushes. They call it a day.

7:19 a.m. Tina Cook is now on the live stream, and said it was an uncharacteristic day for Star Witness, who is unfortunately dealing with tying up.

7:18 a.m. Chris Burton and Graf Liberty finish clear bang on the optimum time! They stay on 27.7.

7:17 a.m. Chris Burton is RIGHT on the minute markers. He may be able to make the time.

7:16 a.m. Camille Lejeune and Tahina des Isles fall victim to the Shogun Hollow.

7:15 a.m. William and Little Fire finish clear, 29 seconds over for a score of 40.8. That’s the fastest ride we’ve seen so far, but expect Burto to catch it.

7:14 a.m. Graf Liberty’s gallop is absolutely drool-worthy. He and Burto are clear through the Lake.

7:13 a.m. 

7:11 a.m. Chris Burton has had the most efficient rides all the way up through the Mirage water. He’s looking to be the fastest ride so far.

7:10 a.m. William clear through the Lake.

7:09 a.m. Burto and Graf Liberty are clear through the Outlander Bank.

7:08 a.m. Loving this ride from William! He’s been so bold, and Little Fire has jumped right up to answer every question.

7:07 a.m. William and Little Fire gets a big jump to the fence in the water at the Hildon Water Pond. Brave riding!

7:07 a.m. Tim Price retires Bango before the Lake. Takes him for a little school through the water to get his feet wet on the way out.

7:06 a.m. Big jump over that tricky ditch at Shogun Hollow, but Little Fire

7:05 a.m. Little Fire is all class through the corners at 7 with William Fox-Pitt.

7:04 a.m. Oliver and Gary are currently the fastest pair we’ve seen so far, and they were 31 seconds above the time.

7:03 a.m. Izzy and Call Me Maggie May finish clear with 18.8 time penalties.

7:02 a.m. Tom Crisp and Coolys Luxury come to a stop at the Shogun Hollow. He elects to retire.

7:01 a.m. Hmmm might be a flag for Bango at 17. That jump judge will be kept busy today!

7:00 a.m. Bango gives a huge jump over the ditch at the Shogun Hollow and loose at the gas at for the log out, picking up 20. Clear when he represents.

6:59 a.m. Gemma gets nearly run away with at the final fence with Arctic Soul. They finish clear 32 seconds over the time for a score of 52.5

6:59 a.m. Oh boy. Looks like Tim Price having issues with his breaks on Bango.

6:47 a.m. What’s it like to be the pathfinder at Pippa Funnell? “Absolutely Horrendous,” she says.

6:56 a.m. Izzy Taylor and Call Me Maggie May may have taken a flag at 17… thinking that will surely be looked at again, unfortunately.

6:55 a.m. Oliver and Gary finish clear with 12.4 time penalties for a score of 32.1.

6:54 a.m. Gemma Tattersall and OTTB Arctic Soul are on course. They get a big jump over the ditch at 17, so she elects to circle at the separately numbered fences.

6:53 a.m. Gary looking tired at the Quarry — just barley crawls over the last effort.

6:52 a.m. Oh, we heard a heavy rattle at the Huntsmans Close — Think the fence stayed in place, but that fence is MIM clipped.

6:51 a.m. Emma and Waldo III finish clear one minute and 36 seconds over the time for a currnet score of 78.1.

6:49 a.m. Oliver is currently 14 seconds over the time after fence 19.

6:47 a.m. “Gary” lands a bit in a heap at the Hildon Water Pond, but Oliver expertly gets him over the jump in the water.

6:46 a.m. Oliver Townend and Cillnabradden Evo and looking very bold. They get two good rides through the land bridge and Outlander Bank (13).

6:45 a.m. Emma clear through Nyetimber Heights at 19ab.

6:43 a.m. Overnight leaders Oliver Townend Cillnabradden Evo on course and clear through the double drops.

6:41 a.m. Pippa Funnell and Majas Hope finish to a roar of applause clear with 18.4 time penalties.

6:40 a.m. Emma Hyslop-Webb has a strong start with the first of her rides, Waldo III.

6:37 a.m. Tina Cook and Star Witness stumble after the ditch at 10, then have a flyby the angled log out. She circles to jump it, then put a hand up to retire.

6:37 a.m. First look at Tina Cook and Star Witness through the double bank drops.

6:36 a.m. Majas Hope has an awkward jump over the ditch at 17, so Pippa decides to circle for a better attempt at 18. All in the clear as they are separately numbered.

6:33 a.m. Majas Hope gives Pippa has a super brave ride through the bank complex at 13.

6:30 a.m. Pippa Funnell is off and away! Riders will be crowding around screens to watch this expert pathfinder.

6:10 a.m. Looking forward to a cross country start at 6:30 a.m. EST/11:30 a.m. local. Click here for a cross country start list.

Thursday Video from Ecovet: Oliver Townend’s Record-Breaking Badminton Dressage Test

By on May 2, 2019 3:52 pm -

Oliver Townend's record breaking dressage test

Watch Oliver Townend (Official) & Cillnabradden Evo's incredible dressage test in full here or via our Watch Again Livestream service: https://www.badminton-horse.co.uk/badminton-live They delivered the best dressage score at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials in 19 years (19.7)! The record here until this point was Andrew Hoy & Darien Powers was 20.5. Facts courtesy of @EquiRatings

Posted by Badminton Horse Trials on Thursday, May 2, 2019

Oliver Townend was dropping PBs left, right and center this morning at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials. He smashed an incredible 19.7 in the first phase with Cillnabradden Evo — the lowest score that the horse, rider or event has ever seen. And what’s more, EquiRatings thinks he can do even better with his second entry, Ballaghmor Class.

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Wednesday Video from Kentucky Performance Products: Patrick the Mini Horse Takes on Kentucky XC

By on May 1, 2019 5:28 pm -

GTR Patricks Vindicator, or “Patrick” as he’s known by his friends, may only be 33 inches tall, but he’s got the heart and soul of a Grand Prix show jumper. He’s been showing off his knees-to-nose skills in demos at the Kentucky Three-Day Event since 2015 with growing popularity (He’s got nearly 30k followers on instagram!).

This year, his owner Sarah Schaaf decided to test his merit on Derek di Grazia’s formidable cross country course, and … it didn’t exactly go to plan — for Sarah that is.

Patrick: approved for cross country Sarah: needs conditioning. 😂😂😂💙😂

Posted by Patrick The miniature horse on Sunday, April 28, 2019

We’re laughing with you, not at you, Sarah! I promise. Fortunately, she was no worse for the wear, and found the bank up a lot easier.

Going up the ditch was a little easier than going down (for Sarah) 😂😂😂😂

Posted by Patrick The miniature horse on Tuesday, April 30, 2019

EN met Patrick and Sarah in 2016, and you can find that story at this link.

Go Patrick. Go eventing. 

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Tuesday Video from SpectraVet: A Tribute to Thomas

By on Apr 30, 2019 4:00 pm -

2019 USEF CCI5* National Champions – Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg

“He’s probably not the fanciest horse here but he’s an absolute gutsy little trier and that counts for a lot.” – Boyd Martin#LRK3DE is also the US Equestrian CCI5* National Championship. Your 2019 US Champions are Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg. #BestWeekendAllYear #BestRidersAllYear

Posted by Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event on Tuesday, April 30, 2019

I won’t lie, when Boyd Martin and Christine Turner’s Tsetserleg, or Thomas as he’s known to his friends, jumped a clear show jumping round this weekend, there were tears. Practical Horseman Managing Editor Emily Daily and I were squeezing each other within an inch of our lives as he made his way around Richard Jeffery’s course — it was like we were out there jumping every fence with him. The elation of watching the two go through the finish was my favorite moment of the weekend.

Boyd admits that “Thomas” might not be the flashiest horse in the world, but he tries his heart out every single time. If anyone deserves to win the USEF CCI5* National Championship, it’s these two.

You can read more about Thomas’ backstory at this link.

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The End of an Era: Belton House Will No Longer Host Horse Trials

By on Apr 30, 2019 1:28 pm -

Tom Crisp’s Liberty and Glory competing at Belton. Photo by Tilly Berendt.

It was announced today that after nearly 40 years, Belton House will no longer host horse trials. The National Trust, who owns the property, has backed out from hosting the event in an effort to conserve the Lincolnshire estate.

“The growth in scale of the event is unfortunately now at odds with the conservation management of the Grade 1 listed parkland we care for; preventing risks to the historic earthworks and buried archaeology through compaction and erosion, to the parkland wildlife, and to veteran trees and their root systems,” The National Trust said in a statement.

“We recognise the significance of the Horse Trials and their place in Belton’s recent history, and have therefore not come to the decision lightly,” Ian Cooper, General Manger for the National Trust Belton House continued. “The core purpose of the National Trust is to protect this historic place for future generations, and we must honour that commitment.”

Event management are “devastated” at the announcement, and BEDE Events, who has put on the competition for the last 15 years, had no prior knowledge of the cancellation.

“This decision was announced to us yesterday and came as a shock to the whole team. We were unaware that the future of the horse trials was in jeopardy,” BEDE Events said in a statement. “Belton has been a key fixture for many riders in the lead up to Badminton and hosts one of the best 4* international classes in the country. BEDE Events have run the event for the past 15 years and seen the event grow to become the major Spring event.”

Horse trials have been hosted at Belton House for four decades, and their March fixture was one of the most popular events on the spring calendar with over 100 entries alone in this year’s CCI4*-S class.

BEDE Events is currently looking for a new host venue.

Tuesday News & Notes from Legends Horse Feeds

By on Apr 30, 2019 12:01 am -

Leslie Law and Voltaire de Tre’. Photo by Shelby Allen.

There were so many special moments last weekend in Kentucky, it’s nearly impossible to cover them all. If you want some riding inspo, go back and re-watch Leslie Law’s round with Tre’ Book’s Voltaire de Tre’, with whom he finished 10th.

We were so glad to have him back at the top but as his wife, Lesley, so aptly said: “for those that are happy to ‘see him back’ well… he’s always been there. Always one of the best ever. In fact he’s so much better today than all those years ago when he won the gold. His understanding of horses, his patience and compassion for them, his knowledge of the theory … he’s better today than ever.” Go Leslie and Splash! 

Also, it’s Badminton week!

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National Holiday: National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day

Events Opening This Week: Valinor Farm Horse Trials, Larkin Hill H.T., Seneca Valley Pony Club Spring H.T., Bucks County Horse Park H.T., Full Gallop Farm June H.T., Silverwood Farm Spring H.T., Woodland Stallion Station H.T., Aspen Farms H.T., Honey Run H.T., Golden Spike H.T.

Events Closing This Week: Jersey Fresh International Three-day Event, Fair Hill International H.T., Chattahoochee Hills H.T., Otter Creek Spring H.T., Spring Gulch H.T., Hitching Post Farm H.T.

Tuesday News: 

The new 15 penalty flag rule is being fervently discussed following Kentucky, where Will Coleman and Tight Lines were penalized for missing a flag on course. Will, along with many other riders, believe the rule needs clarification. [Will Coleman Speaks Out About Kentucky Flag Penalty And Federation Support]

Hope you’ve worked off that Kentucky hangover, because we’re headed straight for Badminton! EN’s UK correspondent Tilly Berendt will be our boots on the ground bringing you all the latest. Keep up with all our coverage here. #BadmintonAt70: The 2019 Badminton Form Guide]

Despite all the pressure in big competition, it’s fun to see that these top riders are still not only friendly, but supportive of one another. This photo sums it up perfectly. [Photo Of The Day: This Is What Sportsmanship Looks Like]

Just in on Jumper Nation: How Cross Training Can Benefit You, Presented by Draper Therapies

Tuesday Video:

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Photo Gallery: Kentucky Finale Through Shannon Brinkman’s Lens

By on Apr 28, 2019 6:15 pm -

He came. He saw. He conquered… again. Oliver Townend keeps the Kentucky crown for one more year. In a finish that gave the crowd a collective belly ache from nerves, here’s how it happened, as told by Shannon Brinkman and her super talented team:

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Oliver Townend & Cooley Master Class Clinch Second Kentucky Victory

By on Apr 28, 2019 5:55 pm -

Oliver Townend and Cooley Master Class. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

Oliver Townend did not have much room for error coming into the final show jumping phase, but with a jumper like Cooley Master Class, he didn’t need it. The British duo had a masterful clear round to win Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event for the second consecutive year.

Oliver and Angela Hislop’s “Coolio,” finished on a score of 25.3 — his lowest five-star finishing score this decade.

“It’s just been a huge team effort with everybody at home. The horse is pure class,  and it’s just my job to press the buttons at the right point in time, and he delivered again. So I couldn’t be more proud for the horse and the whole team at Gadlas farm,” Oliver said of Angela Hislop’s 14-year-old Irish Sport Horse (Ramiro B X The Swallow, by Master Imp).

Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

Boyd Martin took the Land Rover/USEF CCI5*-L National Championship title for the very first time after producing a clear round with Christine Turner’s Tsetserleg, a 12-year-old Trakehner (Windfall x Thabana, by Buddenbrock). Finishing on a their dressage score of 27.9, this was the pair’s first double clear round at the five-star level.

“He’s a brave little horse when he gets in the ring,” Boyd said. “I’ve got to say, I do think he loves a bit of atmosphere and a crowd. Obviously last year was a bit of a disappointment year, and then this year he’s come out blazing and I just have a big sort of sigh of relief that he sort of exceeded my expectations and I think he’s only going to grow and get better from this event.”

Tim Price and Xavier Faer. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

New Zealand’s Tim Price and Xavier Faer, 13-year-old SHBGB (Catherston Liberator x Faerie Dazzler) owned by Tim, Trisha Rickards, and Nigella Hall, were the only other pair to finish on their dressage score, a 30.9, which landed them in third place. EquiRatings predicts this result will make him FEI World No. 1 by the summer.

“My guy is a bit of a surprise, you’re never quite sure what you’re going to get until you get out there. He’s spooky, so in a way he’s quite simple to work with because I know that it’s going to be there,” Tim said. “He’s jumping really well and keeping his shape even. I could feel him looking at the odd things, but he’s maintaining a good feeling so that’s what I think helps us out on a day like today. He’s an exciting horse as he gets more established at this level.”

Piggy French and Quarrycrest Echo, a 12-year-old Irish Sport Horse (Clover Echo x Royal China, by Cavalier Royale) owned by Jayne McGivern, also jumped clear for fourth place on a score of 33.5.

Doug Payne and Vandiver. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

Doug Payne and Vandiver, 15-year-old Trakahener (Windfall x Visions of Grandeur, by Mystic Replica xx) owned by Doug, Jessica Payne and Debi Crowley, secured their first top five Kentucky finish on a score of 35.9 after a double clear round.

Switzerland’s Felix Vogg had one down and 0.8 time penalties for sixth place with Colero, a 10-year-old Westphalian’s (Captain Fire X Bonia, Bormio xx) owned by Jürgen Vogg, on a score of 39.2.

Phillip Dutton and Z, a 10-year-old Zangersheide (Asca X Bellabouche, by Babouche VH Gehucht Z) owned by the Z Partnership, had two rails to finish on 39.7 for seventh place.

Lauren Kieffer and Paramount Importance. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

Lauren Kieffer was just one second over the time to finish 8th with Paramount Importance, a 12-year-old Holsteiner (Pasco x Gesche II, by Lois) owned by Jacqueline Mars, on a score of 46.

Lauren was the only rider to finish with two horses. She was also 9th with Jacqueline Mar’s Vermiculus, a 12-year-old Anglo-Arabian (Serazim X Wake Me Gently), who had one rail and 1.2 time penalties for a three-day result of 46.6.

After a decade since his last five-star, Leslie Law earned 10th place with Tre’ Book’s Voltaire de Tre’, a 10-year-old Selle Francais (Gentleman IV x Jasmina du Fresne, by Socrate de Chivre). The duo jumped clear today for a final result of 48.1.

There were 40 rails today. The Land Rover liverpool at fence 8 proved to be the most influential with 11 falling there. Five came down at fences 7 and 11a, which was the first of the triple combination. Fence 1, 6, 11c, and 13 never came down.

Of the 31 finishers, 10 jumped a double clear round today (32.2%). First-timer Dom Schramm was the very first to do so with Bolytair B.

The last two years have seen fewer average penalties in the final phase. The average for the field this year was 1.29 rails per horse and 2018 had 2.18 per horse, whereas the previous three years were higher (1.52 in 2017, 1.55 in 2016, and 2.27 in 2015).

We are so honored to be your Kentucky Headquarters. Thank you to our readers for coming along on this crazy adventure with us year after year.

Go eventing.

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All 31 Pairs Continue to Show Jumping After Kentucky Final Horse Inspection

By on Apr 28, 2019 9:38 am -

Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

All thirty-one combinations who completed yesterday’s cross country were presented at the final horse inspection this morning, and all were accepted by the ground jury of Christina Klingspor (SWE), Martin Plewa (GER) and Mark Weissbecker (USA) at the final horse inspection of the 2019 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event.

We are pleased to report that it was a perfectly boring trot up — all the horses were on their best behavior and look keen to take on Richard Jeffery’s show jumping course this afternoon.

With no horses withdrawn, we continue with yesterday’s leaderboard intact. Oliver Townend and Cooley Master Class have an eye on a second Kentucky win, but with only 2.6 points separating him from Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg, he won’t have a pole in hand.

The show jumping begins at 1 p.m. running in reverse order of standing. Follow along with moment-by-moment updates in our Open Tread, which you can find on EN this afternoon, or keep an eye of EN’s twitter for live updates and analysis from numbers wizard Maggie Deatrick. You can also watch all the action live on USEF Network.

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Sunday Links Presented by One K Helmets

By on Apr 28, 2019 12:01 am -

Joe Meyer and Johnny Royale. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

Let’s take a second to appreciate Joe Meyer and The Team Johnny Syndicate’s Johnny Royale, the biggest leaderboard movers after yesterday’s cross country. This horse is an off-track New Zealand Thoroughbred (His Royal Highness x Chivaney, by Tights) who had 8 starts to earn $170, and now he’s gone clear around a five-star cross country course. They had only 3.2 time penalties to move up 26 positions, from 39th to 13th.

National Holiday: Show Jumping Day at #LRK3DE

Major Events:

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U.S. Weekend Action:

Fresno County Horse Park H.T. [Website] [Entry Status/Ride Times/Live Scores]

University of New Hampshire Spring H.T. [Website] [Entry Status/Ride Times/Live Scores]

Loudoun Hunt Pony Club H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

St. John’s H.T. [Website] [Entry Status/Ride Times/Live Scores]

Saturday Links: 

It’s Subtly Difficult—Wofford Reflects On Land Rover Kentucky Cross-Country

What Happened Where? LRK3DE Cross-Country Day Rewind

Harder Than It Looked: Tales from the Finish Line at Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event

The LRK3DE Daily: Cross-Country

A Connemara Cross And A Gentle Giant Blaze The Way On A Tricky Cross-Country Day At Kentucky

Oliver Townend holds his lead after Kentucky cross-country: ‘He grabbed the bit and off he went’

Sunday Video: 

Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan #LRK3DE

Now here's something you don't see everyday….Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan took the flag for a ride at the Rolex Grand Slam Challenge! 👀 The pair went on to finish with just 6.4 time penalties! #USAEventing

Posted by USEF Network on Saturday, April 27, 2019

Photo Gallery: Memorable Moments from Kentucky Cross Country

By on Apr 27, 2019 8:47 pm -

Welcome to the collective withdrawal of adrenaline that is Saturday night after cross country day at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event. You are still SO excited, but you’ve been live streaming your heart all all day/walking miles across the Kentucky Horse Park. It’s hard to really feel you get to see it all, unless you’re Shannon Brinkman that is! She brings us some of the best moments from the field:

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Watch: Leading Cross Country Rides from LRK3DE

By on Apr 27, 2019 6:25 pm -

What an incredible day it was at the Kentucky Horse Park! With a clear rate of 70.3% for the 2019 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, there was plenty of excellent riding to go around. USEF Network has shared the full coverage from our top two pairs: Oliver Townend with Cooley Master Class and Boyd Martin with Tsetserleg.

Click here for all of EN’s Kentucky coverage.

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Leading Ride: Oliver Townend and Cooley Master Class at #LRK3DE

Oliver Townend (Official) 🇬🇧 and Cooley Master Class hold on to their spot at the top of the leaderboard after a clear jump effort and just 1.2 time penalties at #LRK3DE!

Posted by USEF Network on Saturday, April 27, 2019

Leading Ride: Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg #LRK3DE

A double-clear effort for Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg keep them in the lead of the Land Rover/USEF CCI5* Eventing National Championship, right behind Oliver Townend on the overall leaderboard! #LRK3DE #USAEventing

Posted by USEF Network on Saturday, April 27, 2019

and of course, there’s also this gem:

Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan #LRK3DE

Now here's something you don't see everyday….Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan took the flag for a ride at the Rolex Grand Slam Challenge! 👀 The pair went on to finish with just 6.4 time penalties! #USAEventing

Posted by USEF Network on Saturday, April 27, 2019

Go eventing.

Kentucky Cross Country: The Oliver Townend Takeover Continues

By on Apr 27, 2019 5:24 pm -

Oliver Townend and Cooley Master Class. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

The odds of Oliver Townend and Cooley Master Class taking a second consecutive win at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event are much more favorable after they sailed around Derek di Grazia’s cross country today.

Despite their lead, Oliver and “Coolio” weren’t immune to hiccups, and losing a shoe halfway didn’t help, but Angela Hislop’s 14-year-old Irish Sport Horse (Ramiro B X The Swallow, by Master Imp) had laser accuracy between the flags.

“I think I was very conscious of not having a shoe on, and we had a little bit of a slip turning back into the main lake. I felt like I was sort of balancing more than I normally would even at those straight forward fences, just not picking up those big distances just trying to keep him in balance all the while. It probably made me a touch more conservative than I normally am,” Oliver said.

“He’s actually come out a lot keener this time than he was last time and he felt quite strong for him in places but at the same time he was definitely up for it. He had his ears pricked all the way, and even when he made his own mind up over a few things he saw the flags and put himself between them”

They picked up 1.2 time penalties for a score of 25.3 — narrowing the gap between Oliver and rest of the field, as he no longer has a rail in hand going into show jumping tomorrow.

Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

The dream of an American winner rests on the shoulders of Boyd Martin and Christine Turner’s Tsetserleg, who had a textbook performance for second place. In what seems like a promising sign for the WEG partnership, they finished in a time of 11 minutes and 11 seconds to remain on their dressage score of 27.9. As the highest-placed American, Boyd also leads the Land Rover/USEF 5* National Championship, presented by MARS Equestrian.

“He gave me a fantastic ride. I actually thought the course walked a bit easier this year and I was very, very surprised when there was so much trouble. I quickly realized how wrong I was — that this was quite a tough course,” Boyd said.

“He felt a lot more seasoned this year. I feel like we’re a bit more of a partnership. He’s a real trier and he’s actually, for a sort of half-bred horse he’s got a wonderful gallop, he’s got plenty of speed, and he’s very very fit. Throughout the course he just kept trying and trying and trying and never looked for a way out.”

Tim Price and Xavier Faer. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

Tim Price and Xavier Faer finished without fault and two seconds under the clock as the closest to the optimum time. The 13-year-old SHBGB (Catherston Liberator x Faerie Dazzler) owned by Tim, Trisha Rickards, and Nigella Hall carries a two-day score of 30.9.

“I was really happy with the fitness. That’s a major part of brining a horse, especially when you come from where I live. You just have to be so much more up on your game. It’s just so demanding,” he said. “I was really pleased with my horse, Xavier Fair, he just thew himself over everything. He’s sometimes a little bit, not clumsy, but he not always the most organized but he’s trying his hardest and we stayed upright in all the important places and we made it home.”

Phillip Dutton and Z. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

In expected fashion, Phillip Dutton showed up and delivered with The Z Partnership’s Z for fourth place. His characteristic forward riding made the track look like a cakewalk, keeping the 10-year-old Zangersheide (Asca X Bellabouche, by Babouche VH Gehucht Z) on a score of 31.7.

Piggy French and Quarrycrest Echo. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

WEG team gold medalists Piggy French and Quarrycrest Echo, 12-year-old Irish Sport Horse (Clover Echo x Royal China, by Cavalier Royale) owned by Jayne McGivern, dropped to sixth after a spate of unlucky moments had them picking up 6.4 time penalties for a current score of 33.5.

Felix Vogg and Colero, a 10-year-old Westphalian’s (Captain Fire X Bonia, Bormio xx) owned by Jürgen Vogg, sit sixth on a score of 34.4 after picking up 6.4 time penalties.

Doug Payne and Vandiver. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

Doug Payne and Vandiver, who is owned in a partnership between Doug, his wife Jessica Payne and Debi Crowley, shaved seconds everywhere they could around Derek di Grazia’s — most memorably by cutting inside the shrubbery at The Normandy Bank complex — to finish just one second above the optimum time. The 15-year-old Trakahener (Windfall x Visions of Grandeur, by Mystic Replica xx) carries 35.9 points into the final phase.

Lauren Kieffer sits 8th and 9th with and Jacqueline Mars’ Vermiculus (41.1) and Paramount Importance (45.6), respectively.

Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan. Photo by Shannon Brinkman.

Ninth place belongs to Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan, a 10-year-old Irish Sport Horse (Master Imp x Ardragh Bash, by Cavalier Royale) owned by Anne Eldridge, as the highest placed CCI5*-L first-timers on a score of 45.7.

Holly Bennett-Award and Jollybo, a 15-year-old British Sport Horse (Jumbo – Polly Coldunnell, by Danzig Connection) owned by Hawley and the Jollybo Syndicate, are currently the best placed Canadian pair in 11th place on a score of 46.2.

What The Numbers Say 

Today’s cross country jumping clear rate of 70.3% is the highest we’ve seen in five years. 83.8% of the pack completed with 8.1% going clear inside the time. But, with perfect footing and great weather, we didn’t see as many double clears as expected as those without jump penalties had an average of 4.21 penalties more than expected.

Matt Flynn and Wizzerd. Photo by Shannon Brinkman.

All four CCI5*-L debutants completed the cross country phase today: Ariel Grald (9th – 45.7), Matt Flynn and Wizzerd (21st – 54.8), Chris Talley and Unmarked Bills (24th – 58.4), and Dom Schramm and Bolytair B (31st – 92.6).

Joe Meyer and Johnny Royale were the biggest movers of the day, jumping 26 spots from 39th to 13 on a clear round with only 3.2 time penalties.

There were 15 jumping issues on course today: Two rider falls, one fence-related horse fall, one non-fence related horse fall, one frangible pin, one missed flag, and nine refusals.

The day was off to a rocky start with the first three all falling. Pathfinders Caroline Martin and Islandwood Captain Jack came to grief at the B element of The Normandy Bank. Caroline is fine aside from some soreness, and she decided to withdraw her other entry, Danger Mouse.

Buck Davidson broke his collarbone when he fell from Park Trader also at 20b. He then withdrew his two remaining rides, Jak My Style and Copper Beach. Mara DePuy also withdrew Congo Brazzaville C before the start of cross country.

Liz Halliday-Sharp and Deniro Z fell at fence three, an open oxer. Both were up quickly and are reporting no injuries. Colleen Loach and Qorry Blue d’Argouges slipped and fell as they turned away from The Hollow at fence 13. Both are injury-free.

Will Coleman and Tight Lines were the only pair penalized after missing a flag at fence 11a, the Rolex Grand Slam Challenge complex, which was a skinny in the water.

The Head of the Lake at 18abc proved to be the most influential combination on course with five stops. Hallie Coon and Celien had a stop at 18a. Erin Sylvester and Paddy The Caddy had a stop at 18 b, the bank out of water. Three had a fly by of the final element, which was a brush fence on a bounce distance from the bank up: Buck Davidson and Park Trader, Hallie Coon and Celien, and Australia’s Hazel Shannon and Willingapark Clifford. Hallie retired here after her second stop.

Two stopped at the logs into the MARS Sustainability Bay (5a), Sharon White with Cooley On Show, who retired after two stops here, and Daniela Moguel and Cecelia.

Dom Schramm and Bolytair B had a stop at fence 3, an open oxer, where they also broke a frangible pin.

To relive all the action with color commentary, check out our Open Thread. The final horse inspection will be held tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. USEF Network will pick up with their wall-to-wall coverage at the start of show jumping at 1 p.m. Click here to see how you can watch live.

Go Eventing.

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