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Sorry, but is there anything cuter than tiny eventing superstars-in-the-making in their very large helmets? Annabelle McNab, daughter of Aussie stars Kevin and Emma, is all about safety first as she heads out for a pony ride (and presumably plots her path to eventual World Number One status).
Events Opening Today: Full Gallop Farm March II H.T., Texas Rose Horse Park H.T., March Horse Trials at Majestic Oaks, Carolina International CCI & H.T.
Events Closing Today: Full Gallop Farm Mid February H.T., Three Lakes Winter II H.T. at Caudle Ranch, Pine Top Advanced H.T.
Black History Bit of the Day: Meet Mavis Spencer, the show jumper who’s helping to break down barriers while smashing out her own competitive goals, too!
Tuesday News & Notes from Around the World:
Struggling to maintain a consistent contact in your flatwork? Try these three simple exercises from British dressage rider Nicki Crisp, which you can sprinkle throughout your schooling sessions as needed.
Part of the fun of the Kentucky 5* experience is all the other stuff that happens on site. Grand Prix showjumping, trade stand shopping, bourbon drinking and, of course, all the fantastic demos that take place through the week are all must-dos for your trip – and this year, we’re so excited to see the debut of para-showjumping for the first time in the US. You’ll be able to catch these super demos on Friday and Saturday.
Ever wondered what it’s like to head over to Europe in search of your dream horse? This handy guide gives you a pretty good idea of what to expect. Spoiler: it’s about the most fun you can have with your clothes on.
What is burnout, and how do you know whether you’re suffering from its effects or just feeling a bit worn out? Rob Jacobs shares his experiences, views, and coping mechanisms for tackling this tricky phenomenon and getting yourself 100% again.
After the season of a lifetime saw Boyd Martin take the first US 5* victory since 2008, the rider has had another major honour bestowed upon him – he earned the top spot on the USEA rider rankings for the fifth time. Not too shabby.
I’m always excited about small businesses, especially when they cater to markets that are too often neglected. Check out this super brand founded by Belgian equestrian Raniyah, who aims to provide fellow hijabi equestrians with modest clothing to wear at the barn.
Video: Meet Muthoni Kimani, an aspiring show jumper from Kenya who’s back in the saddle following an accident that robbed her of her confidence. Now, she’s on a mission to make her way up the levels and onto the world stage.
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