What’s On at Morven Park and the US Equestrian Open of Eventing Final
We’re eagerly awaiting the official start of action at Morven Park Fall International and the US Equestrian Open of Eventing Final. The Open CCI4*-L doesn’t get underway until this afternoon, but there will be plenty of dressage to follow today if you’re keen to. Here’s what’s on this lovely Thursday:
- 9:10 am EST: CCI2* Dressage
- 10:40 am EST: CCI4*-S Dressage
- 12:45 pm EST: CCI3*-S Dressage
- 1:00 pm EST: US Open CCI4*-L Dressage
- 2:30 pm EST: CCI1*-S Dressage
The USEA/USEF Developing Horse National Championship divisions are underway starting Friday, along with the second halves of the two four-star divisions and the completion of the other FEI divisions’ dressage.
You can stream the CCI4*-L and CCI4*-S live on ClipMyHorse.TV and other FEI divisions will be available for free on the Morven Park YouTube page here. As of publication it does not appear that any 4* action will be on the YouTube channel. If your USEF account is linked, you’ll be able to watch the ClipMyHorse.TV stream free as well (more information on that here).
For any #supergrooms on site, this evening there will be a USEA Grooms Dinner at 5:30 pm in the VIP tent. All CCI4*-L grooms will be receiving a special gift, so make sure to stop by!
More Content from Morven Park and the US Equestrian Open:
- Looking back on Year 1 with Boyd Martin
- Derek di Grazia on this year’s course
- Off The Record Heads the Prediction Centre for the Final
- Kim Severson is Back at CCI4*-L
U.S. Weekend Events
Morven Park Fall International + US Equestrian Open of Eventing Final (VA): [Website] [US Equestrian Open] [Start Lists & Scores] [Free General Admission + Hospitality] [EquiRatings Prediction Center] [Eventing Manager – Code PCTD to join EN’s league!] [ClipMyHorse.TV Live Stream] [CrossCountry App XC Maps] [EN’s Coverage] [Volunteer]
Redefined H.T. (CO): [Website] [Entries/Times/Scores] [Volunteer]
In the News
Phillip Dutton (USA) and Darwinn. Photo by Cealy Tetley.
Two U.S. entries are featured on this year’s roster for the FEI WBFSH Eventing World Breeding Championship for Young Horses. This event is held at Le Lion d’Angers (France) and serves as a real banger of an event in terms of atmosphere and visual appeal. Le Lion features a beautifully crafted and decorated cross country course designed by Pierre Michelet and is comprised of a CCI2*-L for 6-year-olds and a CCI3*-L for 7-year-olds. The USA fields entries when there’s a horse that’s suitable and funded for the trip; Hallie Coon (currently based in the UK) is also making the trip down with the 7-year-old Tykillen Tango, who returns to Le Lion as a podium finisher last year in the 2*. From the continental U.S., Phillip Dutton will travel over to compete Darwinn, who’s received the Holekamp/Turner Grant and The Dutta Corp. prize to support the trip, in the 3*-L as well.
Also headlining the 7-year-old 3*-L championship are 2025 6-year-old winners Lara de Liedkerke-Meier (BEL) and Tara Van Het Leliehof. You can view all Definite Entries here ahead of Le Lion’s kickoff on October 15. More information here.
Other News
- Becky Moody will headline an educational Masterclass at the dressage leg of the US Equestrian Open series, to be held in Thermal, CA next month.
- Ros Canter’s got another rising star to keep your eye on
Recommended Reading & Listening
- Falling off for likes?: Swedish researchers are diving into the culture of sharing #ridingfails on social media, and what sort of risk that creates when it comes to riding accidents and falls. Interesting stuff.
- Everyone belongs: Working to ensure a sport is accessible is not an easy feat, but thanks to the attention and action of a few, real progress can be made. Listen in on the concept of inclusion in eventing in the latest episode of the USEA Podcast.
Coaching Corner
Go Eventing
Look back on the inaugural US Equestrian Open with last year’s overall winner, Boyd Martin:
