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Schwizer and Carlina Make it a Double in Helsinki - FEI World Cup Jumping
Published on 24.10.2011 in General
Switzerland's Pius Schwizer secured a superb back-to-back double when adding victory in the second leg of the Rolex FEI World Cup™ Jumping 2011/2012 series in Helsinki, Finland today to his opening-round success in Oslo, Norway last Sunday. Once again riding Carlina, the 49 year old rider was one of nine through to the second-round jump-off against the clock in which he set a target that could not be matched despite some heroic efforts from those who followed him. ... First FEI World Cup Driving Points For Ijsbrand Chardon
Published on 24.10.2011 in General
IJsbrand Chardon (NED) won the first FEI World Cup™ Driving competition of the season held in Hannover, Germany, this wekeend. His compatriot Koos de Ronde finished second, ahead of Tomas Eriksson (SWE) who was struck by fate in the winning round. ... Four Days of Great Entertainment at the Bates Australian Dressage Championships
Published on 22.10.2011 in General
Whether you have the time to visit the Bates Australian Dressage Championships for one day or four days, there will be plenty to keep you entertained. This event is for all those who love the beauty of the horse. Whether you ride for pleasure or any of the many disciplines, there will be something for you at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre from the 27 to 30 October. This competition attracts the best riders from across Australia, all vying for a personal best or a place on the dais. It also includes a Regional Olympic Qualifier for the 2012 London Olympic Games. ... Beatson Takes Opening Round of NZ World Cup Series
Published on 21.10.2011 in General
Maurice Beatson is on a roll. The Dannevirke farmer was today (Friday) a convincing winner in the opening round of the New Zealand World Cup series on the final day of the Hawke's Bay A and P Show. Aboard My Gollywog – his homebred horse who spent most of last season out with injury – he was the only one to go double clear over a challenging Kevin Hansen (Hastings) designed course. The former Olympian, World Champs representative and World Cup final competitor had the luxury of being the last of a trio of riders to go in the jump-off. Twelve started the class, but just Beatson, former World Cup series winner Simon Wilson (Waipukurau) on Swinger and young gun Tess Williams (Gisborne) on her flea-bitten grey Alltech Craighaven Nitro progressed through to the second round. ...
Gunalda and District Western Performance Club - Half Price Stallion Services
Published on 21.10.2011 in General
There are still several half price services available to good quality stallions through the Gunalda and District Western Performance Club (G&DWPC). There are also still a few spaces for extra stallions who wish to be included. A 'first in best dressed' policy has been adopted for this sale and services must be used in the 2011 breeding season. ... Jan Pike's Journey with Pinky the Wonder Horse Continues!
Published on 21.10.2011 in General
Competing in the Freestyle In torrential rain Jan and Pinky achieved a personal best Jan Pike recently had a fantastic time at the first Paralympic Nomination Event in Tamworth, where... USA Dominates Dressage at Pan-American Games
Published on 21.10.2011 in General
American Dressage riders swept all before them when returning a record-breaking fourth consecutive team victory and filling all the steps of the individual medal podium at the 2011 Pan-American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico. On Sunday they cruised confidently into pole position in the team event ahead of the silver medallists from Canada while Colombia claimed the bronze. And yesterday Steffen Peters steered Weltino's Magic to individual gold ahead of Heather Blitz with Paragon in silver and Marisa Festerling and Big Tyme in bronze. ... Moggill Pony Club Lends a Hand to Promote Melbourne Cup in Brisbane City
Published on 21.10.2011 in General
The race that stops a nation is fast approaching and Moggill Pony Club was called upon to lend a hand to promote Melbourne Cup celebrations in Brisbane City. A horse and jockey was needed for a photo shoot, and eight year old Georgia Rink answered the call. The Moggill Pony Club member brought in Pilgrim, the racehorse, to pose for the cameras in Reddacliff Place. ... FEI Dressage Committee Says 'NO' to Blood
Published on 20.10.2011 in General
Statement issued by FEI on 19 October 2011: The FEI has never, and will never, allow any horse with blood anywhere on its body to remain in the Dressage arena. As the current Dressage rules are not specific on the issue of blood, the FEI Dressage Committee, in June of this year, proposed a new rule clarifying that Dressage tests would be stopped immediately if blood appears anywhere on the horse in the arena. The proposal from the Dressage Committee, which will be voted on at the FEI General Assembly next month states this very clearly. ... Five Minutes With... Leanne Bartlett
Published on 20.10.2011 in Five Minutes With Horsezone
Leanne Bartlett has been involved with horses her whole life, she started out showing Appaloosas as a youth and has progressed from there to achieve success across all the western performance events. Based at Canungra in South East Qld, Leanne has trained and competed successfully with Appaloosas, Paints and Quarter Horses at State and National level in all western events, as well as coaching riders and conducting clinics. Leanne is an AQHA judge, International-Worldwide NRHA judge and HSAA judge, panelist and chairman. ... Page
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