Wednesday News & Notes from Attwood Equestrian Surfaces

By on Feb 27, 2019 12:01 am -

The calm before the storm. Photo via Kate Chadderton’s Instagram page.

Sometimes the cross country warmup is a relatively stoic place and sometimes it can be downright nerve wracking, when the going gets tough. When the announcer seems to be calling a never-ending stream of stops, falls and sticky rides, it can really ratchet up the tension back in warm-up. At a time like this, having some of your mates at your side can make a big difference.

National Holiday: Polar Bear Day

U.S. Weekend Preview:

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

Rocking Horse III H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

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

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

Twin Rivers H.T. [Website] [Entry Status/Ride Times/Live Scores]

Your Wednesday News & Notes

In order to help everyone plan their lives, the USEA has released a tentative schedule for the AECs. Scheduled for the week before Labor Day, the AECs will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park for the first time. This is sure to bring a huge draw from all levels, and the USEA has planned accordingly with the schedule. [Tentative AEC Schedule Announced]

Black Tie, Oliver Townend’s ride for the 2014 WEG, has been retired from eventing. At 18, Black Tie has proven his worth despite his small stature, not only competing at WEG but also finishing in the top four at Luhmuhlen and winning Burnham Market. His owner, who competed him through the UK-Novice level, wants the Thoroughbred to retire on top. [British Team Horse Bows Out]

The Pan Americans might be more important to the U.S. but the European Championships are quite the spectacle. They’ll be held the weekend before Burghley but down at Luhmühlen. Treat yourself and make a week of it; start the week down at Luhmühlen and finish up at Burghley. [Tips for Attending the European Championships]

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