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Equestrian Australia AGM 2013/14 - Outcomes
Equestrian Australia (EA) Chairman Dr Warwick Vale told the meeting of EA’s shareholders (the EA State Branches) that future growth would require ongoing collaboration between EA and the states.
“After a two year consultation period it is pleasing to see the new structure come to fruition and deliver strong growth in our sport.Equestrian Australia - Australian Dressage Committee
NATIONAL ADULT AMATEUR OWNER/ RIDER DIVISION - FACT SHEET
Criteria for eligibility.
In order to qualify as an amateur owner rider, all riders must declare that they meet certain criteria:
International Dressage Riders' Club - August 2014 Meeting Minutes
For all riders interested inDressage, this inernational group epesenting the rights and issues of riders will be interesting and informative. Thanks to the IDRC for sharing their news.
Across the Nullarbor and back again – all in the name of Dressage.
When the venue is more than 4,000 kilometres away on the other side of Australia it becomes a manoeuvre of epic proportions to be part of the Saddleworld Australian Dressage Campionships.
Deon Stokes recently arrived from Western Australia in his six-horse truck to compete at the forthcoming event which takes place at the end of October.
Equestrian Australia National Board Announcement
Following on from the recent Board elections, Equestrian Australia (EA) national board members Des Hughes (QLD) and Gillian Rolton (SA) (pictured right) have been voted back onto the Board for a three year term
Springtime – BEWARE of Laminitis!!
Experienced horse owners and carers understand the seriousness of Laminitis (commonly called Founder) and how quickly horses, in particular, ponies, can be affected. Do not underestimate the need to be vigilant as “a gram of prevention is worth a kilo of cure” and when a horse has foundered, changes to the foot occur and these changes will affect the horse (in varying degrees) for the rest of it’s life and some horses are unable to be rehabilitated to soundness, to have feet which fit into the “normal” range. Dr John Kohnke BVSc RDA has put this helpful information together to help identify and understand Laminitis and offer assistance to owners and carers.
ASIAN GAMES 2014 Incheon (KOR), 26 September 2014
The host nation of the Republic of South Korea has dominated the medal podium during the first week of the equestrian events at the Asian Games 2014 at Incheon with all gold in Dressage and Eventing.
Helen Langehanenberg and Prestige - Making Waves at WEG 2014
The international dressage community recently celebrated the beginning of a new era, as the top three medal winners showed a softness and harmony which has inspired millions and confirmed the importance of good basic training with reference to the progressive training scale.
FEI Nations Cup™ Eventing: Germany makes it five in a row
An in-form German team reigned supreme at Waregem (BEL), the eighth and penultimate competition in the FEI Nations Cup™ Eventing 2014. They scored a fifth successive victory in the series and have now extended their lead to 10 points over Great Britain, who finished second at Belgium’s premier event.
UAE win FEI World Endurance Championships for Young Horses
The FEI World Endurance Championships for Young Horses 2014, held in Slovakia for the first time, boasted one of the highest completion rates for a seven-year-old horse Endurance competition on a day of extraordinary sport. From a total of 44 combinations, 20 successfully finished the challenging ride, with the UAE’s Mansour Saeed Mohd Al Faresi securing gold with Tiswan Fageole, completing the course in a time of 05:47:29. French riders filled second, third and fourth places.
World Single Driving Championships 2014
Gold for Wilbrord van den Broek and Germany (Left ) After four exciting days with seventy-seven drivers from 24 nations at the eighth FEI World Single Driving Championships in Izsák (HUN) at the weekend, Dutch driver Wilbrord van den Broek won individual gold and Germany took team gold for the third time in a row.
2014 Saddleworld Australian Dressage Championships - Top Class field
Entries have closed with high entries across all levels.
The maximum number that can take part at each level under EA National Dressage Rules is 35 horse/rider combinations. Horses are ranked on their top three performances during the qualifying twelve-month period and the top 35 are accepted to compete at each level. Reserve lists exist at all levels up to FEI Intermediate I.
World Single Driving Championship - Izsak 24-28 Sept. 2014
Congratulations to th Aussie representatives.
Woodend Pony Club Combined Training & Dressage Competition 21st September 2014
The Organising Committee’s prayers were answered with beautiful Spring weather to make for a perfect day of Open Class and Pony Club competition at the Woodend Pony Club Grounds.
Katja Weimann takes out the Exhibition Eventing at Melbourne Royal
Katja Weimann & BP Cosmopolitan have taken out the Exhibition Eventing at the Royal Melbourne Show. The combination were placed second after dressage and produced a safe and tidy round of Jumping including clearing the Joker fence to take the win.
Jordan Smith off to a great start with Red Caviar
Saddleworld Ballarat sponsored rider Jordan Smith wins a Preliminary class at the Juravon Equestrian Centre in Melton competition on 20th September 2014
Australian Senior SJ Champion decided
Congratulations to David Cameron and RR Dyranta who come from Wilberforce in NSW and have now become the 2014 Australian Senior Showjumping Champions.
Australian Junior SJ Champion decided
Congratulations to Jasmine Dennison and Bubble and Squeak who come from Mount Martha in Victoria and have now become the 2014 Australian Junior Showjumping Champions.
Tom McDermott and Statford Delight named Australian Young SJ Rider Champion.
Congratulations to Tom McDermott and Statford Delight who come from Mulgoa in NSW and have now become the 2014 Australian Young Rider Showjumping Champions.
Werribe Jeep Australian Showjumping Championships
18-21st September, 2014
Final Results for all 4 days.Werribe Jeep Australian Showjumping Championships
18-21st September, 2014
Day 1 Results – ThursdayPony Club - Nurturing future stars!
Australia has a strong tradition in equestrian sport and there is no disputing the role of Pony Club in developing riding skills and team participation. A number of schools now offer “Horsemanship” as a sporting option and this has seen the emergence of Inter-School Championships, which provide a more specialist focus for young riders and give great opportunities for camaraderie and sportsmanship.
Tayla Desmet is a young rider who is planning a future with horses and she has her sights set on representing Australia at the Olympic Games and World Equestrian Games, sometime in the future.
Spruce Meadows USA - 2 Min Masters' Flim
Rolex has released a new film to celebrate the second equestrian Major of 2014, the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament, which runs from 10th – 14th September and is part of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping.WEG - Reflections
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy keep their promises.Over 565,000 spectators attended the Games, which the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) confirms is a biggest audience since the creation of the event in 1990. A record number of 1,750 journalists from some 52 countries were accredited for the Games, testifying to the global appeal of this major equestrian sport meeting. This augurs well for the next edition in 2018, as the FEI hands on the torch to Canada during this evening’s closing ceremony.
WEG - Exell World Campion ... Again!
Boyd Exell claims gold in the individual driving competition at the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games.Australia's Boyd Exell has stormed home on the final day of the Driving competition to claim back to back individual world titles at the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014.
WEG - FEI President officially closes Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy
FEI President HRH Princess Haya officially closed the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy at the D’Ornano Stadium this evening, bringing to an end two weeks of incredible sport.WEG - Jeroen Dubbeldam crown new champion by
less than .05 secondsIn sport, time is often the difference between victory and defeat, and in a display of supreme individual horsemanship, the Netherlands Jeroen Dubbeldam today sealed a growing reputation within the sport of Show Jumping by claiming the Individual World Champion title at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy by less than half a second, the equivalent of horse's stride.
Burghley Horse Trials - Andrew Nicholson claim Hat Trick
Avebury is the first horse in the history of the competition to win three times in succession
Andrew Nicholson (NZL) riding Avebury, today Sunday 7 May 2014 made history and produced a thrilling and faultless ride to win the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials for the third consecutive year.WEG Showjumping - Top 15 finish for Tops-Alexander
Edwina Tops-Alexander has finished her fourth FEI World Equestrian Games jumping campaign with a top 15 finish.The Australian team captain and her horse Ego Van Orti were in action on Saturday in the group of 30 and the pair produced yet another clear jumping round in the first round, adding just one time penalty to their score. It was the pair's fourth consecutive clear jumping round in this competition.
WEG - Driving Marathon. Exell in the driver's seat
With two phases down and only one to go Australia’s Boyd Exell is sitting in the gold medal position of the driving competition at the FEI World Equestrian Games 2014.
Exell and his team finished Saturday’s marathon phase in third place but their score from today combined with their dressage result has them sitting at the top of the leaderboard.
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WEG - Driving Marathon. Sandmann wins but Exell takes the lead
The Driving marathon of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy held at La Prairie Racecourse in Caen today was nothing short of a thriller. Christoph Sandmann (GER) won this phase of the competition, ahead of compatriot Georg von Stein and the reigning world champion Boyd Exell (AUS). The Australian, who was second after dressage yesterday, has taken the lead in the individual standings with a combined result of 125.83 points. The Dutch team is still in gold medal position followed by Germany, thanks to their extremely strong marathon performances, and Hungary in third.Burghley Horse Trials - Sam Griffiths 2nd after Cross Country
(Burghley, UK, 6 September 2014) Andrew Nicholson (NZL) riding Avebury lies in 1st place at the 2014 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials after today’s cross-country. Current Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing ‘live contender’ Sam Griffiths (AUS) riding Happy Times is lying in 2nd place with Great Britain’s Oliver Townend riding Armada in 3rd place.
WEG - Riders from four different nations
through to final four
(Caen, France, 6 September 2014) Riders from four Nations qualify for the 'Final Four' to compete for Individual medals and the World Champion title: Patrice Delaveau, Beezie Madden, Rolf-Goran Bengtsson and Jeroen Dubbeldam after a thrilling decider.
WEG - Driving Dressage 2 - Chester Weber and Dutch
team are unsurpassed in driven dressage
Chester Weber (USA) and the Dutch team have made a convincing first step on their way to Driving gold at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy. Weber won the dressage competition with a wonderful test scoring 32.21 penalties, 3.3 points ahead of reigning world champion Boyd Exell (AUS) who finished on 35.51. Reigning European champion Theo Timmerman (NED) was third on 37.28 penalties, followed by compatriots IJsbrand Chardon and Koos de Ronde, which puts the Orange team in the lead of the nations competition.
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Burghley Horse Trials – Jonathan Paget leads after Day 2 Dressage
Scores are tight at the top of the leaderboard after dressage at The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials, but Jonathan (Jock) Paget and Clifton Promise will go into tomorrow’s cross-country test in pole position. The New Zealander held onto his lunchtime dressage lead on a score of 38.8, but just two penalties separate the top five at this stage.
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WEG - Vaulting Finals. Austria, Great Britain, Germany and France top the podium.
Vaulters from France, Great Britain, Austria and Germany all climbed onto the top step of the podium today as the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 Vaulting championship came to a thrilling conclusion at the Zenith Arena in Caen, France. The bling and glitter, razzmatazz and showmanship that accompanies this equestrian discipline were all very much in evidence as vaulters battled for medals in Pas de Deux, Male and Female Individual and Squad events. But so too was the pure skill of the world’s best vaulting athletes, and the packed stadium of spectators loved every moment of it.
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WEG - FEI announces two Controlled Medication cases
The FEI has announced that two horses competing at the FEI World Equestrian Games have tested positive for Controlled Medication substances. Controlled Medications are substances that are regularly used to treat horses but which are not allowed in competition in order to maintain a level playing field.
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Burghley Horse Trials - Sam Griffiths Leads after Dressage
Sam Griffiths (AUS) and Happy Times have retained their place at the top of the leaderboard after the first day of dressage at The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials on a score of 40.2.
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WEG - Driving Dressage 1, Dutch Drivers take early lead
The first day of the driven dressage, part of the FEI World Four-in-Hand Driving Championships at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy kicked off this morning at the lovely La Prairie racecourse in Caen (FRA).
First starter IJsbrand Chardon (NED) set the provisional winning score from the onset driving his team of mixed warm blood horses.
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WEG - Netherlands takes team gold in Showjumping
Netherlands today held onto their overnight lead with a superb display of team riding to win the Gold Medal in Show Jumping at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy. The team of Jeroen Dubbeldam, Maikel van der Vleuten, Jur Vrieling and Gerco Schroder rode consistently well together to beat the home side France into Silver and the United States into Bronze.In the individual competition, Beezie Madden (USA) has gone into first position, with Rolf-Goran Bengtsson (SWE) now in second and Soren Pedersen (DEN) in third.
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FEI President to receive France’s highest honour
FEI President HRH Princess Haya will be made Officer of the National Order of the Legion of Honour, France’s highest distinction and one of the best known in the world.
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WEG - Edwina Tops-Alexander through to Top 30
Australia’s Edwina Tops-Alexander remains alive in the individual jumping competition at the FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 after jumping clear during today’s third round.
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WEG - Vaulting Freestyle
Day two of the Vaulting championships at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ in Normandy saw Germany take the lead in the Squad by a margin of 0.47 marks ahead of Switzerland, while the first-day winners from Austria are now lying third. Freestyle scores for both teams and individuals are combined with Compulsory scores to create an average qualification score for the next round in each category.
WEG - Jumping Day 2 - Dutch Team Lead
On day two of the Jumping championships Frederic Cottier’s exquisite course design again played a significant role. From a start-list of 144 horse-and-rider combinations only 20 managed to return without penalty, while just two teams managed to add nothing to their score lines.
WEG - Riders in Orange take team contest by storm
THE Netherlands has jumped its way to the top of the team standings during the first day of the Team Competition in Caen’s d’Ornano Stadium.
London silver medallist Gerco Schroder (left and below) cemented his country’s good run during this afternoon’s session when notching up a clear round aboard his scopey chestnut Glock’s London NOP. The stallion gave the top pole on 12a a bit of a rub but it stayed in its cups to give this on form nation a strike rate of three out of four clears.
WEG - First ever FEI Observer Programme
A high-level observer programme for organisers of future key equestrian events is being carried out for the first time at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy (FRA). Teams from the Rio 2016 Organising Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games and the FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2018 in Bromont (CAN) are currently in Normandy to experience and get a detailed understanding of the complex organisational requirements of top-level equestrian events.
WEG - Vaulting Compulsory
Austrians head the Squad, Ferrari and Laumann top Male and Female Compulsory competitions.Team Austria’s Vaulters got off to a great start when topping the Round 1 Compulsory competition at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, France today. Partnering their steady and reliable horse Alessio I Amabile, they collected a score of 7.872 to finish ahead of Germany in second while Switzerland slotted into third place.
Eurohunter – Smart and functional at WEG
The entire international equestrian community has been caught up with the FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy France.
Saddleworld were proud to be part of the Australian 2014 WEG experience by supplying the beautiful and functional Eurohunter halters for all of the horses.
EA Statement – Hendra Vaccination By-Law
2nd September, 2014: In line with the Hendra Vaccination By-Law, Equestrian Australia (EA) has reviewed the By-Law before the proposed implementation date of 1st October 2014.
In the review process, EA has taken into account submissions from members, its Branches and club affiliates. EA has also recently received further scientific advice upon vaccination duration of immunity, and the correlation of the geography/known distribution of flying fox species and their relationship to infected premises/outbreaks.WEG - Lots more sparkling sport ahead as
week two gets underway
The thrills and excitement of the first week of fabulous sport at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy will be a hard act to follow. But now that the Dressage, Para-Dressage, Reining, Endurance and Eventing horses have headed for home, the stables at the Games venues in Caen have filled up once more, this time with the world’s top Jumping, Vaulting and Driving horses. Anticipation hangs in the air ahead of another six days of superb sport.WEG - Aussie Eventers miss out on medal, but qualify for Rio Olympics
It wasn't quite the finish the Australian Eventing team we're hoping for at the 2014 World Equestrian Games (WEG), slipping from the bronze medal position to finish fifth in the team's score.
WEG - Sandra Auffarth (GER) crowned double World
Eventing Champion as Germany Reign SupremeSandra Auffarth riding Opgun Louvo was today crowned double Individual and Team Gold medallist, with Michael Jung (GER) riding Fischerrocana FST in Individual Silver and Team Gold and William Fox-Pitt (GBR) riding Chilli Morning, taking Individual Bronze and Team Silver, at the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, in Normandy.
WEG - Reining Individual Final, Flarida takes victory
America’s Shawn Flarida galloped to gold in the Reining Individual Final at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ in Normandy tonight where US riders filled every step of the podium.
Partnering the seven-year-old Spooks Gotta Whiz, 45-year-old Flarida produced a super score of 233.5 to put the result beyond doubt when last to go.WEG - Australia's Eventing team moves into third position
In true fighting spirit Australia’s eventing team has produced a sensational performance on cross country day at the 2014 World Equestrian Games (WEG), to move from ninth place into bronze medal position.
WEG - William Fox-Pitt (GBR) regains the lead after the Cross-Country
William Fox-Pitt riding Chilli Morning, has regained the lead he had on day one of the competition after a flawless cross-country round in the Eventing discipline, with Sandra Auffarth (GER) riding Opgun Louvo taking second place, and Michael Jung (GER) riding Fischerrocana FST in third place at the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, in Normandy.
WEG - Para-Equestrian Team books spot for Rio 2016
Australia’s Para-Equestrians concluded their World Equestrian Games campaign on Friday declaring their intention to come back bigger and better in Rio.
It was the first World Equestrian Games for all four members of the Australian team and their efforts over the five days of competition helped to book the Aussies a place at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.WEG - Para-Equestrian Indivicual Freestyle Medals
The sun shone, the crowds came, and the horses dazzled at La Prairie Racecourse in Caen today, as the Para-Equestrian Dressage riders at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy (FRA) took to the arena for the Para-Equestrian Dressage individual freestyle medals.WEG - Charlotte Dujardin (GBR) takes gold
Charlotte Dujardin, riding Valegro, took the Gold medal in the Freestyle Grand Prix, with Helen Langehanenberg (GER) riding Damon Hill NRW taking Silver, and Adelinde Cornelissen (NED) riding Jerich Parzival N.O.P. in Bronze at the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, in Normandy.WEG - Dujardin and Valegro weave their magic to win Freestyle gold
Great Britain’s Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro were the stars of the show once again today when collecting their second gold medal of the week in the Dressage Freestyle at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ in Normandy. The pair now hold the full complement of world Dressage titles, having already strutted to glory at Olympic, European and Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ level during their extraordinary three-year-career together.Saddleworld Ipswich – 2014 Brisbane Royal Achievements
All 41 Saddleworld stores around Australia take a keen interest in their local community of horse enthusiasts, including customers, sponsored riders and sponsored events/classes.
Emily Wonka from Saddleworld Ipswich said, “The 2014 EKKA (Brisbane Royal Show) was great show for us and our store was well represented by riders, gear and products that we have sold. It was a very happy time for all Ipswich connections. Special thanks to Paul Austin & Mark Lilley - Paul Austin Equitation - who are sponsored by Saddleworld Ipswich.”
WEG - Yamamah flies to gold for Sheikh Hamdan
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum (UAE) and the outstanding mare Yamamah, means “little dove” in Arabic, led from the start to finish to win the individual gold medal at a challenging Endurance competition in Sartilly at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 to take over the world title from his father, Sheikh Mohammed.WEG - Para-Equestrian Dressage Team Medals & Individual Grades II, IV and Ia
It was a dramatic day at the Para-Equestrian Dressage competition at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy (FRA) today, as a début rider took Grade II gold, and Great Britain, The Netherlands and Germany booked the first three team spots on offer for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
WEG -Mixed Results for Aussie Reiners
Martin Larcombe will fly the flag for Australia in Saturday’s reining final at the FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 after Shauna Larcombe, Shaun Saunders and John Wicks finished outside the top five in Wednesday’s consolation qualifier.With a field of 23 riders and only five positions available, competition was always going to be fierce and the Australians gave it their all in a bid to secure a finals berth
Australia’s Eventing team line up Australia’s Eventing line up for World Equestrian Games announced
Australia’s eventing team has passed their first test of the World Equestrian Games (WEG) with all eight horses accepted at trot up ahead of the start of tomorrow’s competition.
The Aussies have their work cut out for them with heavy down pour creating very wet conditions combined with a challenging cross country course.WEG - Lee Pearson successfully defends world individual Grade Ib in Normandy
Four years of waiting for another individual gold medal to add to his already record-breaking tally came to an end for an emotional Lee Pearson (GBR), who took the Grade Ib individual title at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy (FRA) today.
WEG - Horse with a heart of gold wins Grand Prix Special
In a competition that buzzed with excitement from start to finish, Great Britain’s Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro claimed Dressage Grand Prix Special gold at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ in Normandy, France today. It wasn’t a flawless performance from the dynamic British duo, with mistakes that Dujardin afterwards described as “silly”, but such was the quality of the rest of the work she produced with her extraordinary gelding that she still headed silver medallist Helen Langehanenberg with Damon Hill NRW, whose German team-mate, Kristina Sprehe, earned bronze with Desperados FRH.WEG - Grand Prix Special brings forward special performances
Britain’s golden pair, Valegro and Charlotte Dujardin have just posted the highest ever Grand Prix Special score - 86.120, to become the new world champion. Valegro was in spectacular form and the quality of his work was such, that even though the test contained three mistakes, the judges rewarded the good and could not deny the exceptional quality and adherence to the directives of the test.WEG - State-of-the-art Veterinary Faciities in Normandy
Germany claimed the Dressage team title in convincing style at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, France today. Already out in front after their first two riders completed their tests yesterday, they nailed it with two more superb performances to finish well clear of Great Britain in silver medal spot, while the defending champions from The Netherlands took bronze.WEG - Germans prove untouchable for Dressage Team Gold
Germany claimed the Dressage team title in convincing style at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, France today. Already out in front after their first two riders completed their tests yesterday, they nailed it with two more superb performances to finish well clear of Great Britain in silver medal spot, while the defending champions from The Netherlands took bronze.Chez Philip talk show launches at Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014
The FEI has launched its daily talk show, Chez Philip, direct from the planet’s most international equestrian event, the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, France.
WEG - Dressage Day 1, Aussie Girls Shine
Australia finishes day 1 of the Dressage event in 9th Team position. Our first two riders did a sensational job and we look forward to the completion of the team event.WEG - Dressage Day 1, Germany Takes the Early Lead
Germany holds the advantage over the defending team champions from The Netherlands after the first day of Dressage at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ in Normandy, France today. It could have been a daunting task for competition pathfinder, Fabienne Lutkemeier, who was first into the arena at Stade D’Ornano in Caen early this morning. But the 24-year-old from Paderborn showed great strength of character when posting a score of 73.586, and when German team-mate Kristine Sprehe added the best mark of the day, 78.814, then the country that took bronze in 2010 confirmed their sense of purpose.WEG - Para-Equestrian Team Event Gets Underway
The Para-Equestrian Dressage team competition kicked off at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy (FRA) today with athletes from as far afield as Argentina, Australia, Canada, Israel and the USA at La Prairie racecourse in Caen (FRA).WEG - Looking forward to Week One
In just an hour, the first week of action at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy (FRA) will get underway, bringing a hectic schedule of top-quality sport across five different venues.WEG - Driving Preview
Four-in-hand drivers are ready for titanic battle. Some 46 four-in-hand drivers from 17 nations, including world champion and title defender Boyd Exell from Australia, are getting ready for the titanic battle, which will get underway on 4 September at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian GamesTM 2014 in Normandy.WEG - Vaulting Preview
Britain’s Joanne Eccles (left with her father John) goes for double-gold in Vaulting, but French stars could be the show-stealersGreat Britain’s Joanne Eccles will be bidding for her second consecutive gold medal in the Female Individual Championship when Vaulting gets underway at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in the Zenith Indoor Arena in Caen, France on 2 September. However the big show-stealers may be the host nation’s Male Vaulting super-stars, World and FEI World Cup™ Vaulting Champion Nicolas Andreani, and European champion Jacques Ferarri.
WEG - Opening Ceremony
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 opening ceremony took place in the D’Ornano Stadium in Normandy on Saturday 23rd August. The spectacular display of art, technology and innovation was a top secret and no one knew what to expect.The ceremony began with a parade of athletes from the 74 participating nations, and the show featured over 100 horses.
WEG - Let the Games Begin
A parade of athletes from the 74 participating nations, an incredible musical and hi-tech lightshow extravaganza featuring over 100 horses, the Garde Républicaine and giant Mexican waves entertained a sellout crowd of 21,000 for the Opening Ceremony of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy at the D’Ornano Stadium last night.FEI President HRH Princess Haya (Left) and Laurent Beauvais, President of the Games Organising Committee and President of the Lower Normandy Region, welcomed athletes, officials, sponsors, spectators and media to Normandy for two weeks of world class equestrian sport in the heart of horse country.
Eurohunter is represented at WEG
The Australian WEG team have received their team gear and look fantastic in the Aussie green and gold.Great to know that everyone loved the EUROHUNTER halters from Saddleworld.
Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy - Endurance Preview
Eagerly anticipated Endurance event at iconic site
Endurance will see an impressive number of starters for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, beating all previous records by almost 10% when the 160-kilometre ride gets underway on Thursday 28 August.Hard Yakka, Hard Metal - Long Ride 4 Life’s Hard Mettle
Long Ride 4 Life (LR4L) originated via a crazy idea about how to transport four Shorses from Queensland to Tasmania. Why not ride them, we thought? 4 People, 4 horses, 4 dogs! It can’t be that hard. This idea then developed into a community fund-raiser supporting the Leukaemia Foundation (LF) and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).
WEG - Australian Equestrian Team
Announcing the Australian team for the FEI World Equestrian Games 2014, which will be held in Normandy, France from the 23 August to the 7th September, 2014.60 nations will take part in 8 disciplines with two demonstration sports making an appearance for the first time at WEG
WEG - Para-Equestrian Dressage Review
Record-breaking Para-Equestrian Dressage at La Prairie Racecourse
Para-Equestrian Dressage at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy (FRA) will see a record-breaking 33 nations and 100 riders and horses compete for medals at the prestigious La Prairie racecourse venue, just a few hundred metres from the centre of CaenWEG - Paras Arrive Safely
Australia's Para-Equestrian Team for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) has arrived safely and are settling in to their home fr the next few weeks.They are in great form and expected to show the world, the strength of our riders and talented, well trained horses.
Sponsorship Thankyou from Team Van Den Berge
Dear Saddleworld,On behalf of Tor, myself and the whole crew here at Team Van Den Berge, we would like to thank you very much for your sponsorship of the Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI.
WEG - Electrifying competition in prospect when WEG Dressage gets underway in Caen
The crackle of electricity is in the air ahead of the much-anticipated opening to the Dressage discipline at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Caen, Normandy (FRA) on 25 August. In the history of this exacting sport there has never been a more fascinating contest in prospect for both the team and individual medals, and some very big questions will be answered over the coming days.Dr John Kohnke comes to Mustad Saddleworld, Kilmore
Mustad Saddleworld invites you to a Seminar on Saturday 23rd August, 2014, with their special guest Dr John Kohnke BVSc RDA, arguably the most well-known Australian Equine Veterinarian, internationally acclaimed Equine Nutrition Advisor and Author.Alexandra Toft's Journey to WEG 2014
Get to know our World Equestrian Games Endurance Team by reading this Equestrian Australia blog written by our youngest Endurance Team member, Alex Toft (pictured left and below) Alex says ...
Equestrian Australia Hendra Vaccination By-Law
FAQ’s for Event Organisers
What is a Hendra Vaccinated Event - HVE?A Hendra Vaccinated Event (HVE) is an Event that requires all or some of the attending horses to be vaccinated against Hendra Virus.
How can I find out if I need to classify my event as a HVE?
Announcing the Australian team for the FEI World Equestrian Games 2014
Australian athletes will be among 1,000 riders, drivers and vaulters from 74 nations at the FEI World Equestrian Games which get underway in Normandy, France 8 days from now.Definite entries confirmed for first five disciplines at Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy
Definite entries for the five disciplines of Dressage, Para-Dressage, Reining, Endurance and Eventing, which take place over the first week of competition at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, have now been finalised
The Equine Show - Casey Radio 97.7FM
Casey Radio 97.7FM brings a weekly program especially for horse lovers.
The Equine Show is hosted by Gary Hartigan and Vet, Graham Jeffery. Each week, industry guests discuss topical subjects of interest to competitors, owners and riders … make this a part of your week. The program is also available on Podcast.Rose-Hip Vital® Equine - Effective Management of Pain and Swelling
Made from pure and natural Rosehips, which are grown and manufactured in Denmark, it’s a unique clinically proven plant based powder, which is primarily used to relieve pain and stiffness. It’s also a powerful antioxidant and rich source of natural vitamin C which together provide significant support to the immune system.
Briana Burgess Withdraws from Australia's World Equestrian Games Dressage Team
Dressage rider Briana Burgess has advised Equestrian Australia that she will be withdrawing from Australia’s dressage team for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014..Angel horse image wins FEI Solidarity World Photo Grand Prix
In the summer and autumn of 2011, an unprecedented number of cases of neurological disease in horses occurred across the south-east of Australia. A variant West Nile virus (WNV) strain, WNVNSW2011 was identified as the causative agent for most cases. This virulent virus emerged in Australia. WNVNSW2011 is related to the indigenous WNV strain in Australia, Kunjin virus, but is substantially more neuroinvasive.
Angel horse image wins FEI Solidarity World Photo Grand Prix
In the summer and autumn of 2011, an unprecedented number of cases of neurological disease in horses occurred across the south-east of Australia. A variant West Nile virus (WNV) strain, WNVNSW2011 was identified as the causative agent for most cases. This virulent virus emerged in Australia. WNVNSW2011 is related to the indigenous WNV strain in Australia, Kunjin virus, but is substantially more neuroinvasive.
West Nile Fever - Things You Should Know
by the Australian Veterinary Association
In the summer and autumn of 2011, an unprecedented number of cases of neurological disease in horses occurred across the south-east of Australia. A variant West Nile virus (WNV) strain, WNVNSW2011 was identified as the causative agent for most cases. This virulent virus emerged in Australia. WNVNSW2011 is related to the indigenous WNV strain in Australia, Kunjin virus, but is substantially more neuroinvasive.The National Museum of Australia wants stories of pony clubs to form part of its exhibition about horses in Australia.
Radio National’s Bush Telegraph has got behind the drive to find Australians with links to a pony club. They are being asked to share their experience as part of a National Museum of Australia exhibition on the history of horses in Australia.
Pictured left – a very famous Australian rider Megan Jones. The picture was taken on her first day at Pony Club.WELCOME TO THE 2014 SADDLEWORLD DRESSAGE FESTIVAL
11th - 14th DECEMBER 2014
Werribee Park Equestrian CentreOne of Australia’s most popular and important dressage competitions is now in count down phase, as the Organising Committee prepare to make 2014 the biggest and best ever.
Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ - Seventh edition promises a fabulous feast of equestrian sport
All roads lead to Normandy in France where the much-anticipated Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 begins in two weeks’ time. The seventh edition of the FEI’s flagship event is the biggest in its 24-year history, and with a massive increase in entries, and visitors already flying into northern France from all around the globe, it promises to be the greatest showcase for equestrian sport to date.Prestige X-Breath Jumping Saddle – ultimate comfort for horse and rider!
Prestige X-Breath Jumping Saddle – ultimate comfort for horse and rider!For the first time Prestige presents an ultra-light saddle, its “X-Breath”.
The feature that is instantly striking is the large aperture in the seat. It takes the form of an oval hole located in the centre of the seat.Spirited: Australia's Horse Story
The National Museum of Australia is on the home straight toward opening night of our major exhibition, Spirited: Australia's Horse Story. The exhibition will feature an incredible variety of horse history treasures, over 500 objects, including: a massive wool wagon; the Junius Cup (the oldest known Australian-made racing trophy); the 1866 and 1867 Melbourne Cups; the typewriter used by Elyne Mitchell to write the iconic Australian horse tale, The Silver Brumby; and the equipment used by Emilie Roach in 1929, when she and ‘Dungog’ set the Australian ladies high-jump record, by clearing 2.16 metres.Elizabeth Sobecki South Australian Para Equestrian selected for WEG
Nothing is achieved without dreams … and dreams cannot come true without hard work and a plan for success. South Australian Para Equestrian Elizabeth Sobecki has never let the impossible stand in the way of the possible, and she will soon realise her ultimate goal – to ride for Australia at the World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France.
Merrick Ubank performs well in the new Prestige X-Breath Jumping Saddle
Saddleworld Ipswich sponsored rider Merrick Ubank recently started the Queensland World Cup jumping circuit and finished with a commendable 2nd place in the prestigious Gatton World Cup event.
Merrick has joined an elite group of international riders who have chosen to ride in the Prestige X-Breath jumping saddle. Merrick only collected his saddle from the store a few days before the competition. He reports that the design features made the saddle comfortable without any breaking in and his Prestige X-Breath saddle has generated interest amongst the Jumping community.
Tinney named in Australia's Eventing Team for World Equestrian Games
Olympic gold medallist Stuart Tinney and his mount Pluto Mio have been named as the replacement combination for Sonja Johnson and Parkiarrup Illicit Liaison in Australia’s eventing team for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014.
National eventing selectors today announced Tinney as Johnson’s substitution following her withdrawal from the team last week due to a minor injury to her horse.Saddleworld Victorian Equestrian Interschool Series – Grand Final 2/3 August, 2014 - Werribee Park Equestrian Centre
Saddleworld was proud to be the naming rights sponsor of this important event, which showcases the young up and coming riders in Showjumping and Dressage. Congratulations to all combinations who represented their school and participating in the qualifying heats, which were held from 2013 – 2014.EA Reports - National Dressage Performance Medals
To recognise outstanding performances, the Australian Dressage Committee is once again supporting a special Gold Medal System.
National Dressage Performance Gold Medals will be awarded to horse/rider combinations which obtain the following results during the qualifying period outlined below.
FEI European Vaulting Championships for Juniors 2014
Hungarian Star is Born.
Local hero Balázs Bence scored Hungary’s first vaulting Championships victory, and his first individual win, at the FEI European Vaulting Championships for Juniors 2014 in Kaposvár (HUN) last weekend.Photo left: Balázs Bence scored Hungary’s first vaulting Championships victory, and his first individual win, at the FEI European Vaulting Championships for Juniors 2014 in Kaposvár (HUN) on 3 August 2014. (Daniel Kaiser/FEI)
WEG Dressage Nominations - EA Statement
An EA Appeals board met in Sydney today to hear the appeal lodged by dressage rider Briana Burgess in relation to her non-nomination to Australia’s dressage team for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014.
(picture left of Briana Burgess and La Scala from http://www.briana-burgess.com ... by A Wolters)
NSW Dressage Championships - Set for action.
When: 8 - 10 August 2014
Where: Sydney International Equestrian Centre, Horsley Park
(pictured left - Heath Ryan and Regardez Mo
Pic: by Berni Saunders)Endurance combination Ben Hudson and Oso Edith withdraws from WEG
Endurance rider Ben Hudson and the owners of Oso Edith (pictured left from the OSO Arabians Facebook page) have announced the combination would be withdrawing from the Australian Endurance team for the FEI World Equestrian Games 2014.FEI European Pony Championships 2014
French on fire with four-time gold, clean sweep for Germany in Dressage
French riders were in flying form when claiming Team and Individual gold in both Jumping and Eventing, while Semmeike Rothenberger led Germany to a clean sweep of the Dressage medals at the FEI European Pony Championships 2014 which drew to a close at Millstreet in Ireland yesterday.
FEI Global Education Program 2015 – Eventing
The Global Education Program (GEP) for Eventing Officials, is a component of the FEI's strategic plan for discipline development through education.
Education covers the athlete, welfare, technical organisation and training of the support network of Officials (Judges, TDs Course Designers and Stewards).
READ MORETalking Horse Care - Racing
By Dr John Kohnke BVScSMost equestrian horse owners respect the many challenges that are faced by race horse trainers when it comes to feed, fitness, care of joints that facilitate continuity of training for the horses in their stable. The success of the trainer's business is closely aligned with the success of their horses ... and horses that are not fit and well, cannot race and cannot win. A successful trainer will have many"secrets" and you can find many of them in this article.
Expert Equine Vet, nutrition and horse care specialist Dr John Kohnke has written this excellent article and all horse owners will find it very helpful.
READ MOREEquestrian Australia WEG Nominations - Jumping
National Jumping Selectors have confirmed Australia’s Jumping Team for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG).
The five riders and their horses in alphabetical order are:
Amy Graham and Bella Baloubet (Pictured above left)
Julia Hargreaves and Vedor
Jamie Kermond and Quite Cassini/Killeter Park Caracas
James Paterson-Robinson and Boris
Edwina Tops-Alexander and Old Chap Tame/Ego Van Orti
Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 -
Nominated entries confirm record number of nationsRiders, drivers, and vaulters representing no less than 74 nations have been nominated to compete in the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy, the FEI’s flagship event, which kicks off in 23 days. The number is an all-time high and represents a 25% increase compared to the nominated entries for any of the previous editions of the FEI World Equestrian Games™.
Sonja Johnson withdraws from Australian Eventing Team
Olympic silver medallist Sonja Johnson has made the heartbreaking decision to withdraw Parkiarrup Illicit Liaison from Australia’s three-day event team for the FEI World Equestrian Games 2014.
Happy Birthday to the Horses and Ponies
Horses and ponies born in the Southern Hemisphere celebrate their birthday on the 1st. August, so today is their big day. Be sure to have lots of carrots and special treats for your four legged friends.Standardbreds are not invited to the party, as they celebrate the passing of another year on the 1st December.
Make sure your horse is happy and warm - perhaps a new rug from your nearest Saddlworld store would be the most appropriate gift at this time of the year.
Equestrian Australia WEG Nominations - Eventing
National Eventing Selectors have advised the six horse and rider combinations to comprise Australia’s World Equestrian Games (WEG) Eventing Team.
The six riders and their horses in alphabetical order are:
Chris Burton and TS Jamaimo
Sam Griffiths and Paulank Brockagh (Picture left - from Flickr, by Nico Morgan Photogapher)
Sonja Johnson and Parkiarrup Illicit Liaison
Bill Levett and Shannondale Titan
Shane Rose and CP Qualified
Paul Tapner and Kilronan
READ MOREEquestrian Australia WEG Nominations - Vaulting
National Vaulting Selectors have confirmed Australia’s Vaulting Team for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014.
The Australian Vaulting Team is as follows;
Individual: Zac Singlehurst (pictured left), Pas de Deux: Samantha Young & Morgan Spary, Team: The Fassifern Vaulting Team
Equestrian Australia WEG Nominations - Driving
National Driving Selectors have confirmed Australia’s Driving Team for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG).
The Australian Driving Team is as follows - Boyd Exell and Gavin RobsonEquestrian Australia WEG Nominations - Dressage
National Dressage Selectors have confirmed Australia's Dressage Team for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014.
The following horse and rider combinations have been nominated to the team of four, listed in alphabetical order:
Mary Hanna and Sancette
Kristy Oatley and Ronan 2
Lyndal Oatley and Sandro Boy
Maree Tomkinson and Diamantina 4Saddleworld 2014 Australian Dressage Championships -
Duelling dressage riders rendezous at SIECFor four days in October, horses and riders from most Australian States will go head to head with the aim to take home a National Champion Trophy and Title.
The Saddleworld Australian Dressage Championships will take place at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre from Thursday, 23 October through to Sunday, 26 October 2014.
Para Equestrian competitions start a day earlier on Wednesday, 22 October culminating in the Freestyle competitions on Saturday.Travel Stress - Common Problems Fact Sheet
By Dr John Kohnke BVScIn order to enjoy horses and participate in horse sport, most owners choose to participate in activities and competition for which they have trained and prepared their horse. This usually necessitates transporting the horse from where it is kept and trained to the competition or event venue.
Transporting horses must be done with care and by a person with considerable experience. Horses accept travel in many different ways. For some horses it is no big deal, however, for others the float/truck trip is highly stressful and this can lead to secondary problems, many of which can have serious or life threatening consequences.
Equestrian Victoria Young Showjumping rider of the year 2014.
Elita Smith, staff, customers and friends of Saddleworld Sale (Victoria) were thrilled to learn that local girl Courtney Shears recently became Equestrian Victoria’s Young Showjumping Rider of the Year for 2014.
Courtney Shears is an active member of the Sale Showjumping Club and great supporter of the Sale Saddleworld store. She has been following the showjumping circuit for a number of years and is now enjoying recognition for her talent and great results.Kohnke's Own - Talking Horses – Care of Aged Horses.
Vet and horse care specialist Dr John Kohnke has shared some interesting and helpful advice about the care of aged horses.
Australian Dressage - Mixed fortunes for Aussies in France
Riders vying for positions on Australia’s dressage team for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games have experienced mixed fortunes in France overnight.
For Olympians Lyndal Oatley and Mary Hanna the second and final nomination event brought jubilation and podium places, with Lyndal and her London Olympic mount Sandro Boy riding a mistake free test to take out the Grand Prix with a score of 72.68.
AVA Warns - Hendra kills - horses must be vaccinated
Following the latest Hendra case in Gladstone, the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) says that all horse owners must have their horses vaccinated to prevent the deadly Hendra virus.
President of Equine Veterinarians Australia, Dr Nathan Anthony said, “It’s not enough to cross your fingers when it comes to the Hendra Virus. Hendra kills horses and it kills people. Every death from Hendra virus is now preventable.Saddleworld 2014 Australian Dressage Championships
22 - 26 October 2014
Sydney International Equestrian Centre,
Saxony Road, Horsley Park
The content on the links below championships will be updated closer to the event. Entries may be made only on line from Nominate from mid July 2014. The closing date for entries is Wed. 10 September 2014.
Equestrian Australia - WEG Nominations, Jumping
The National Jumping Selectors have confirmed Australia’s Jumping Team for the 2014 FEI World World Equestrian Games (WEG).
Joining the previously nominated athletes of Edwina Tops-Alexander, Jamie Kermond and Amy Graham (pictured left on Bella Boulabet) on the team of five are London 2012 Olympians Julia Hargreaves and James Paterson-Robinson.
Current Global Champions Tour Series Champion Tops-Alexander earned her position through early nomination while Kermond and Graham satisfied the requirements for automatic nomination.CHIO Aachen - Christian Ahlmann
faultless in his first Rolex Grand Prix victory20 July 2014, Aachen, GER:
Germany’s Christian Ahlmann today produced a faultless display of riding to win his first Rolex Grand Prix at CHIO Aachen, and in so doing, became the new live contender for the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping.
Riding his stallion Codex One, who has only recently returned to top flight competition following a long injury, Ahlmann was one of only five riders who produced double clear rounds on a challenging Frank Rothenberger designed course. The jump-off resembled an international penalty shoot out, with three riders representing Germany and two from the USA. Going into the ring first Ahlmann rode a deliberately aggressive but clear round setting a tough challenge for his fellow riders.Aussies at Aachen - Exell wins 7th Crown
Boyd Exell has won his seventh consecutive Aachen title overnight in a very close battle where the final margin between first and second was less than a penalty.
In an event that gathered the world’s leading drivers it is a poignant victory for reigning world champion Exell, who is getting ready to defend his title at the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) which begin 34 days from now.
Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI - Final Wrap Up
At the completion of the final classes, the event has been deemed a resounding success and the Media Manager, Katherine Plomer, filed this report.
That’s it for another year! The Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI has been bigger and better than ever. The Saturday night entertainment featuring the Freestyles and the Bareback Show Jumping drew in the biggest crowd at the event to date.
Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI - Day 3 Excitment
Even sunny Queensland succumbed to the winter chills that have swept over the southern states and the dress code for the Saturday night highlights the fashion was warm winter woollies and well-padded parkas. However the chill was superficial as the Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI enjoyed glowing acclaim from both competitors and spectators and the love of dressage kept everyone warm and very comfortable about the way the Australian dressage is progressing.
Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI - Day 2 Reveals New Stars
Gusty winds threatened to spoil the day 2 fun, but dressage fans from far and wide were determined to take in the excellent organisation, international quality venue and the opportunity to watch a collection of the best FEI horses in Australia and some very promising combinations coming up the grades and noting their intention to be part of a future Australian Olympic team.
FEI Athlete Committee - Final members announced following online vote
The three remaining Athlete Representatives that will form the Athletes’ Committee and also serve on the respective Technical Committees have now been finalised following the closure of the second ballot in the online FEI Athletes Election 2014.Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI – Day 1 Gets Underway in Fine Style.
To the delight of event organisers and the major sponsor Saddleworld, day 1 got off to a great start with the competition held in a wonderful carnival atmosphere, which set the scene for some really good performances at FEI level. The Prix St Georges and the Intermediate ll CDN took place and competitors and judges alike noted the high standard and outstanding quality of the horses and training.
Kohnke’s Own - Talking Horses – Breeding
John Kohnke has made it his life’s work to help people care for their horses and to ensure that they stay healthy and well and able to meet the demands of they’re life with humans. With the breeding season just a couple of months away, horse owners will be planning the matings for their mares and preparing for the birth of new life. Here are some handy hints ...Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI – only one day to go.
Set to be a most exciting dressage event with beautiful horses, fantastic entertainment and the chance to catch up with friends at the Queensland State Equestrian Centre in Caboolture from the 17-20th July, 2014.
Don’t forget to purchase your tickets to the VIP functions. On Saturday night, enjoy special treatment while watching the Freestyles to music. Sit ringside in the VIP area and feast on delicious food and wine.Get up close to the bareback show jumping competition and see death defying bareback jumping by some of our best show jumping and dressage riders. To wind down the event on Sunday, is the Sunday Brunch during the Young Horse Showcase.
Equestrian Australia -World Equestrian Games Dressage Nomination
At a meeting of the Dressage Selection Panel (DSP) regarding long list combination Hayley Beresford and Jaybee Alabaster (left), the Dressage Selection Panel considered section 7 - Discretionary Considerations - of the 2014 World Equestrian Games (WEG) dressage selection policy.Equestrian Australia and the Hendra Virus
The Board of Equestrian Queensland bi-annually holds meetings with the Sport Committees. After the recent announcement of EA’s Hendra By-law on 1st July, 2014 and at the request of some of our Sports Committees, it was agreed that a meeting be convened between the Sport Committees and the EQ Board, prior to the EQ Board meeting on Tuesday 15 July, 2014.
It was acknowledged that due to the impact on event organisers and clubs as it related to events, that the invitation be extended to include those stakeholders.Long Ride 4 Life 100 days fundraiser horse ride from Queensland – Tasmania
Take 4 Horses, 4 Dogs and 4 Humans, Add Leukaemia, a Heart Attack and
3,000km and You've Got An Amazing Story of Courage (and Saddle-Sore
Bottoms!).The Long Ride 4 Life (LR4L) originated through a crazy idea about how to transport
four horses from Queensland to Tasmania.Prestige X Technology - The Latest Advancement in Saddles - Extra care for Horse and Rider
The X-Technology by Prestige Italia offers the ultimate in comfort for the horse and of the rider and has been incorporated in their X-Technology range to ensure that the rider can provide extra care for the horse with a sensitive back.
Stop Press!!!
New format for Around the Saddleworld Stores NewsWith 41 Saddleworld stores located all around Australia, the nature and content of our news updates is varied and weekly deadlines do not suit all stores, in all situations. The interests of each store will be better served by making this segment a progressive bulletin which updates - as and when - we have some new items to share.
The Saddleworld Support centre will update our Facebook Page to highlight the latest inclusions and you can add this address to your favourites to be sure of the most up to date items ... https://www.facebook.com/SaddleworldOFFICIAL?ref=hl
Welcome to our Around the Saddleworld Stores weekly news update at 6th July, 2014.
With Saddleworld stores in most of the key equine hubs around Australia, our friends and associates will always have something interesting to share with you. We update this page weekly and look forward to bringing human interest stories, tales about superstars and their superstar horses, show information and acknowledgement of those who have helped to make a difference to the lives of the many friends of Saddleworld.
Three remain in jumping nomination series
Following the weekend’s first nomination event in Mons Ghiln (BEL), three jumping combinations remain eligible for automatic nomination to the Australian team for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG).Aussie dressage riders do us proud in Austria
The Manfred Swarovski Dressage Tournament CDI 4* event in Austria - which is the first of the first WEG qualifier for the dressage riders, has just concluded (1.30 am Saturday 5th) and congratulations to our riders for their great showing. This competition was held in a stunning setting with the alps in the background - a lovely atmosphere and clear sunny weather. Mary Hannan Sancette produced a fantastic test for a score of 70.420% and finished in 5th place.Australia’s dressage and jumping World Equestrian Games nomination events
Team positions are on the line for Australia’s equestrian elite who are stepping out to contest the first dressage and jumping nomination events being held to select combinations for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games.
Jumping riders are in Belgium for the Mons Ghlin CSI4* before travelling to Germany to contest the Spangenberg CSI3* next weekend.Australia’s dressage contenders are in Austria for the Fritzens CDI4* and will have three weeks to prepare for the second nomination event which is to take place in Deauville, France from 25-27 July.
Introducing the Helen K - Single Flap Dressage Saddle.
The Prestige Helen X saddle was developed in collaboration with the German champion Helen Langehanenberg has enjoyed an enthusiastic uptake from dressage riders all over the world. The saddle was designed to optimise the comfort for both horse and rider and incorporates Prestige’s X-Technology.
Prestige (Italia) has added a single flap version of this saddle, which is identified by the initial K.
Introducing the Helen K - Single Flap Dressage Saddle.
The Prestige Helen X saddle was developed in collaboration with the German champion Helen Langehanenberg has enjoyed an enthusiastic uptake from dressage riders all over the world. The saddle was designed to optimise the comfort for both horse and rider and incorporates Prestige’s X-Technology.
Prestige (Italia) has added a single flap version of this saddle, which is identified by the initial K.
Equestrian Australia releases Hendra Vaccination By-Law
Equestrian Australia (EA) has a responsibility to its members, horses, event organising committees and venues to take reasonable steps to protect equine and human health. It is with this in mind that the EA national board has adopted a new by-law outlining the Hendra vaccination requirements for horses which attend EA and FEI sanctioned events in Australia.Equestrian Australia WEG Nominations - Eventing
National Eventing Selectors have advised the six horse and rider combinations to comprise Australia’s World Equestrian Games (WEG) Eventing Team
(Left: Nat Blundell and Algebra. Pic Berni Saunders)
Rockhampton Show shines with the Saddleworld Touch.
Saddleworld has a representative store in most equestrian areas of Australia and they all share a commitment to their local equine community and bring the buying power of 41 stores to many items that aligned with the Saddleworld name.
However, there is much more, as each store has it’s own unique identity and specialties which are specifically geared to their local industry and hobbyist equine interests.
Around the Saddleworld Stores - Week ended 29th June, 2014
It has been a busy week with all stores involved in a huge national wide end of financial year sale with up to 50% off many items. Great bargains have brought lots of activity and added to the annual stocktake, the stores have been very busy.
There has also been lots of events and activities to report, with a great community spirit and friendship coming from sponsorship and support by various Saddleworld stores.
Edwina Tops-Alexander and Charlotte Casiraghi - Victorious
Last night’s red hot Longines Pro Am Cup (Global Champions Tour) was won by the killer combination of Team Gucci - Edwina Tops-Alexander and Charlotte Casiraghi - who galloped to victory tonight in front of packed stands and super-yachts at the glamorous Port Hercule, Monaco. Second place went to the elegant pairing of Team Noor Fares' Luciana Diniz and Electra Niarchos, who finished just a second behind the winners. Third went to Team Expert Blue's Amre Hamcho and Baraa Jaboulieh, the third of only three double clears.
Saddleworld Continues to Support Australian Dressage
Saddleworld is proud to announce their involvement as the naming rights sponsor of the Saddleworld 2014 Brisbane CDI.
The CDI will be held as part of a 4-day dressage extravaganza at the Queensland State Equestrian Centre in Caboolture from the 17th to 20th July, 2014.The Business Development Manager, from Saddleworld , David Sharp said, “Saddleworld is delighted to get behind the Brisbane CDI, as our participation represents a commitment to dressage by all of our 41 stores around Australia. The sport is growing, and we are growing our involvement to ensure that Australian enthusiasts have first class competitions and training opportunities.”
2014 Saddleworld Brisbane CDI
Saddleworld is very proud to be the main name sponsor of the 2014 event.
The Brisbane CDI has grown into an important fixture on the Australian Dressage calendar and enthusiasts from all states gather to enjoy the beautiful Queensland winter sunshine, the wonderful venue along with the best horses and riders competing at the to level of the sport.
Everyone loves a bargain and at your local saddleworld store the bargains will be on offer from the 19th - 30th June, 2014
Be sure to write a shopping list and buy ahead to ensure that you save.
The D'Ornano stadium is being transformed from a football sporting stadium to a World Class Equestrian venue to host the dressage and jumping for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games.
Over 70 combinations are entered to participate over the four days of competition featuring a CSI2* jumping event, along with a CDI 3* dressage competition.
Pictured left: d'Ornano Stadium - transformation
Prestige Italia have become world leaders in the manufacture of saddles and riding equipment to meet the highest expectations of competitive riders and serious horse trainers - in all facets of equestrian sport.
The World No 2 Dressage rider, Germany’s Helen Langehanenberg( left), has worked in close collaboration with Prestige to produce the “Prestige X-Helen” Dressage Saddle, as a reflection of her training methodology. This saddle offers a more refined feel with thinner panels combined with Prestige’s state-of-the-art X-Technology, to give the rider precision and influence whilst ensuring the horse’s comfort, freedom and ease of movement.
Melbourne International Horse Trials
Queens Birthday Weekend 6th -9th June 2014
Werribee Park National Equestrian CentreAnna Zorzetti enjoys her shopping spree
Saddleworld recently announced the winner of the $5,000 Shopping Spree competition, which was open to customers of any Saddlworld store around Australia and redeemable at the store.
Anna Zorzetti, a medical scientist who lives in Whittlesea, Victoria, won the coveted prize. Anna as been a customer of Mustad Lowdens Saddleworld for 20 years and filled in the coupon and lodged it whilst shopping in Kilmore. Many hopefuls also filled in their coupon when they were shopping at their local Saddleworld store.
Wayne Roycroft and Boyd Exell receive Queen’s Birthday Honours
Two prominent Australian equestrians have been honoured in the 2014 Queens Birthday Honours List.
Australian equestrian stalwart Wayne Roycroft has been awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) while World Champion four-in-hand driver Boyd Exell has been awarded a medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)Melbourne International Horse Trials 2014
With Melbourne's beautiful early winter weather deliverying balmy sunshine for the first day of dressage. The rose garden and the grounds of the Werribee Park Mansion will be the place to be, for the spectacular cross country phase on Sunday. You can catch the progressive results at ..
Hendra Vccinaton and Biosecurity Policies Update
Equestrian Australia (EA) in consultation with the Hendra Working Group wishes to advise that it is in the final stage of formulating an Equestrian Australia National Hendra Biosecurity policy for the sport.
The policy is due for release on 1 July 2014 with an intended implementation date of 1 October 2014.
Winter Care Considerations.
For many pleasure and competition horses, the winter months are time to unwind and enjoy a well-earned break. However, turning horses out for winter is less common in the modern era, as many enthusiasts train at specialist facilities, which include all weather riding surfaces or an indoor arena.
Exercise is good for people and also good for horses, so winter activity adds to the health and wellbeing of all concerned. Owners who take a holistic approach to winter management will reap the rewards, as paying special attention to general horse care; exercise, feeding and rugging will ensure that no undetected changes can develop into serious health or management problems.
Tops-Alexander earns early WEG team selection and Jumping shortlist revealed
Equestrian Australia is pleased to confirm two-time Global Champions Tour series champion Edwina Tops-Alexander as the first member of the Australian Equestrian Team for the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG).
Tokyo wins right to host 2020 Olympic Games
The Olympic Games in 2020 are returning to Tokyo over half a century after they last hosted the Games in 1964.
IOC members gathered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, opted for the Japanese capital for the Olympic and Paralympic Games ahead of Istanbul in Turkey.
Anna Zorzetti wins a $5000 Shopping Spree
Lucky Mustad Lowdens Saddleworld customer Anna Zorzetti is the toast of her friends and the envy of many as she has just won the fantastic $5000 shopping spree that was part of a recent Australia wide promotion.
She entered the competition in Kilmore, Victoria and now has the opportunity to buy many of the things that are on her wish list. Her horse is sure to be the best dressed in her disrict!
Congratulations Anna, what a great prize for a horse lover.
Eurohunter Girths – care for your horse – care for your pocket.
Using old, worn, poor quality and poor fitting gear is acknowledged to be false economy for horse owners/trainers and can be responsible for the onset of resistant behaviour which could progress to highly undesirable behavioural traits that are difficult to overcome and in a worst case scenario, downright dangerous.
Girthing can be a troublesome matter for owners of sensitive or reactionary horses and particular care is needed to understand the performance expectations of various girths. It is recommended that the owner does adequate research and talk to an expert about the readily available and affordable choices.
Top Service Stars - Angie from Wauchope Saddleworld Shines
As a family owned business, Angie and her mum Jean pride themselves on top customer service and providing the best products at affordable prices.
According to the reader of the Port News who nominated Angie, she is very helpful in recommending products best suited to your needs and is always very friendly and informative."The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy: The home straight.
Facilities: the d’Ornano stadium is transformed.Horse-riding enters the arena of "the beautiful game"!
Ticketing: the latest top ideas
Volunteers: allocation of roles prior to the major gathering on 28 June
Entertainment: a preview of the Games on Saturday 24 May in Caen
Around the World in 80 Horses: new stories to be unveiled in Ouistreham and at Mont-Saint-Michel
Education and Inspiration at Woodend Pony Club.
Pony Clubs all around Australia are where most equestrian interests are fostered and nurtured. As a youth movement, Pony Clubs do a great deal to give junior equestrians basic horse care lessons and riding instruction as well as many of the important lessons in life that ensure the development of responsibility and purpose.
14 YO Tayla Desmet and Coldstream Eastern Ridge (Liam) return to Woodend Pony Club to give a demonstration of Prix St Georges dressage.
Giant hoof prints on Normandy beach mark 100 Days To Go to Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014
A unique piece of sand art on the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel in Normandy has marked 100 Days To Go to the start of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in France this summer.
MUD FEVER – the things you should know!
Many horses and ponies are susceptible to skin problems and the wet winter months can present seasonal difficulties for horses. Those with long hair on their legs and white socks, are particularly at risk and hind legs are more prone to mud fever than the front. The condition is very painful and spreads quickly. Severe cases are difficult to treat, as horses become resentful and resistant, posing risks for their carer or handler.
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FEI Classics™: Sam Griffiths fulfils his Badminton dream
Popular Australian rider Sam Griffiths produced a superb display of horsemanship in today’s Jumping phase to win his first major title, the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), fourth leg of the FEI Classics™ 2013/2014, with Paulank Brockagh, the mare that he co-owns with Dinah Posford and Jules Carter.
In a competition of extraordinary twists and turns, Griffiths and the Irish-bred 10-year-old, rose from overnight fifth place with a well-judged four-fault Jumping round that was good enough to win due to the strong influence of Kelvin Bywater’s (GBR) course.
FEI Classics™: Tough Tapner takes the Cross Country lead at Badminton
Paul Tapner (AUS) is on course to win his second Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), fourth leg of the FEI Classics™ 2013/2014, after a dramatic day of Cross Country action.
The 38-year-old Australian, second after Dressage on the mud-loving Irish gelding Kilronan, tackled the track early in the day and looked beatable when he took the long route at Huntsman’s Close (fence 22-23) and clocked 20 time penalties to finish on a score of 56.4.
Helen Langehanenberg Talks Prestige
at Dressage and Jumping with the Stars, March 2014When details were announced to reveal the judges for The Australian Young Horse Championships for 2014, dressage enthusiasts were elated to learn that the World No 2 rider, Helen Langehanenberg from Germany would take on the role as “Riding Judge” on the judging panel for 4,5 and 6 YO Young Ponies and Horses at this prestigious event.
Saddleworld got busy to ensure that the guest riding judges for dressage (Helen Langehanenberg, sponsored by Prestige, Italian) and jumping (Yves Houtackers, sponsored by Pessoa saddles) were available to present a Masterclass to enable a keen Aussie audience to share their training and competition philosophies and routines.
FEI Classics™: Tapner is on track at Badminton
A trio of brilliant Dressage tests lit up a wet and blustery afternoon at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), fourth leg of the FEI Classics™ 2013/2014.
Two Australians, Paul Tapner and Lucinda Fredericks, both former Badminton winners, flank Britain’s Francis Whittington as the only riders to break the 40-penalty barrier after the first day of Dressage.
FEI Classics™: Stage is set for a new-look Badminton
The two leading riders in the FEI Classics™ 2013/2014 go head to head in the fourth leg of the series, the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), this weekend (8-11 May).
William Fox-Pitt, winner of Pau (FRA) last year and Kentucky (USA) last month, and Christopher Burton (AUS), who triumphed on a catch ride at his home CCI4*, Adelaide (AUS), in November 2013, both have exciting rides at Badminton.
British break records with world number one slots in all three Olympic disciplines
British riders have broken all-time records, occupying the world number one slots in all three Olympic equestrian disciplines. This is the first time that athletes from one nation have simultaneously topped the FEI World Rankings in Jumping, Dressage, and Eventing.
Rebel Morrow and Hillgrove Enviable win the inaugural Holstein Park Leilani Trophy
Brisbane based Olympic rider Rebel Morrow and her thoroughbred mare Hillgrove Enviable placed 5th in the CCI3* at the Sydney International Three Day Event to take out the award.
Great Progress for Australian Para-Equestrian Nicole Blanks
Nicole Blanks has achieved some pleasing scores at Moorsele CPEDI3* in Belgium over the weekend.The 23 year old Elite Squad rider and her warmblood gelding Vledder placed 2nd in the Grade IV Freestyle with a score of 72.80% which was a personal best.
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Heath Ryan takes top honours on Day Two of the Sydney CDI
He may be in the sunset of his career but Heath Ryan’s 18 year old Regardez Moi continues to impress, today winning the Bates Saddles Grand Prix Special at the Sydney CDI.
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Eleven cities on three continents vie to host major FEI events
Bid teams from 11 cities in Asia, Canada, Europe and the United States have presented their final bid books to the FEI Evaluation Commission at FEI headquarters in Lausanne (SUI) targeting the FEI’s major events.
READ MOREAlltech WEG Normandy 2014 – 116 Day Countdown
The Organising Committee of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 (23 August to 7 September) and the FEI marked the 116-day countdown to the FEI's flagship event today in the afternoon session of the FEI Sports Forum 2014.
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Princess Haya signals intention to stand for re-election as FEI President
HRH Princess Haya today signalled her intention to stand for re-election as FEI President following an overwhelming vote in favour of amending the FEI Statutes to allow FEI Presidents to serve three consecutive four-year terms in office.
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$5000.00 to spend on saddlery and horse gear.
Saddleworld is looking to give a happy customer the opportunity to
"shop til they drop" with a $5,000.00 shopping spree on offer.
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FEI Classics™: Fox-Pitt is the Hero at Kentucky
William Fox-Pitt (GBR) kept the cool head for which he is famous to win his third Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event in five years. Fox-Pitt, already a triple winner of the FEI Classics™, now heads the 2013/2014 leaderboard by 15 points after three out of six legs.
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William Fox-Pitt (GBR) wins the 2014 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
William Fox-Pitt won the 2014 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event after a dramatic day's show jumping in the Rolex Stadium at the Kentucky Horse Park. Having earlier completed another superb clear round on his first ride of the day aboard Sea Cookie, Fox-Pitt kept his nerve riding the beautiful Bay My Hero to complete a perfect clear round of show jumping in front of the packed stadium. Lauren Kieffer (USA) finished in second place after a superb clear round finishing on her dressage score and the leading USA rider. Bruce (Buck) Davidson Jr. finished in third place after fellow Americans Michael Pollard and Marilyn Little dropped down the leaderboard after hitting rails.
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Sydney CDI - It's all about the Horse
To have qualified for the Sydney CDI Dressage Event is quite an achievement in itself.The starting level of competition is Advanced and the criteria is strict. This means the best dressage horse and rider combinations in Australia will arrive at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre at the beginning of May all aiming for a personal best and if everything goes to plan they may even secure a 'Top Ten' position in a field of up to sometimes thirty horses.
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Mary Hanna's Boogie Woogie wins on FEI Debut
Mary Hanna and her young horse Boogie Woogie have won the Intermediate 1 at Hagen’s Horses and Dreams festival.
It was the combination’s first FEI start and the score of 74.895% was Hanna’s highest international score ever.
“Horses and Dreams have certainly made my Dreams come true,” an estatic Hanna said on her Facebook page. “Thank you to Trainer Patrik Kittel, Lyndal Oatley, Malin Nilsson and Ton de Ridder. Also thanks to Ulli Kasselmann and Ulf Møller for a great show."
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Sydney International CCI3* - Rose Clinches Victory
Sydney International Equestrian Centre, Horsley Park: Olympian Shane Rose is hoping his performance in the Sydney International CCI3* will lead to an Australian team berth for the upcoming World Equestrian Games to be held in August in Normandy, France.
Rose clinched his second Sydney CCI3* title on Sunday aboard the appropriately named Qualified which is emerging as a serious horse for the future for the 41 year old Beijing silver medallist.
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Fox-Pitt produces another Cross Country Hero at FEI Classics Kentucky
William Fox-Pitt (GBR) is poised to win a third watch at the Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event, third leg of the FEI Classics™ 2013/2014, after a Cross Country day full of suspense and excitement.
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Equestrian Victoria Masters Games 25-27th April, 2014
Werribee Park Equestrian Centre.Day 1 and 2 results and highlights.
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Scent of victory in air for Olympian Shane Rose
Camden’s Shane Rose has victory in his sights in the Sydney CCI3* three day event and a confident performance in today’s cross country phase has given the Olympic silver medallist a four penalty buffer leading into Sunday’s show jumping decider.
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Jones narrowly leading Rose after Sydney CCI3* Dressage
There’s less than one penalty point separating the top two placed combinations in the Sydney CCI3* which commenced today at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre.
Olympic silver medallist Megan Jones leads the field after the dressage phase and has a 0.6 penalty advantage over fellow Olympian Shane Rose.
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Michael Pollard (USA) leads the 2014 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event after Day One Dressage
Michael Pollard (USA) riding Mensa G, today Thursday 24 April 2014, is the current leader after Day One of the Dressage phase, with Will Faudree (USA) riding Pawlow in 2nd place, and Doug Payne (USA) riding Crown Talisman in 3rd place at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, in Lexington.
Grainge Elite Bridles – Boutique Quality at Budget Prices
The Grainge Elite bridle range offers the very best quality and craftsmanship.
They are hand crafted using traditional English bridle leather sup lied by J & E Sedgwick & Co, one of the leading and most respected equestrian leather suppliers in the world.
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Deusser holds his nerve to clinch Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Title for 2013/2014
Daniel Deusser steered the 11-year-old stallion Cornet d’Amour to victory in today’s Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final 2013/2014 at Lyon, France, pipping fellow-German and former FEI World Cup™ champion, Ludger Beerbaum, by a narrow margin. For 32-year-old Deusser it was a real test of nerve after moving into pole position at the end of the first round after Olympic champion, Switzerland’s Steve Guerdat, lost his grip at the head of the leaderboard.
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Delaveau’s Lacrimoso withdrawn from last leg of Longines Final
Patrice Delaveau, the man carrying the host nation’s hopes and dreams into tomorrow’s third and deciding leg of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping 2013/2014 Final at Lyon, France announced this morning that he was withdrawn his horse, Lacrimoso. “Je suis desolé,” the 49-year-old rider said, deeply disappointed that his dark bay stallion has a minor foot problem and therefore cannot fight for the coveted trophy that all Jumping riders want to win.
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Dujardin and Valegro dance to Reem Acra glory
World No. 1, double-Olympic and European champion and the rider who holds all three world records in the sport, Charlotte Dujardin, became the first-ever Briton to win the Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ Dressage title at Lyon in France today.
READ MOREWorld's most extensive equine surfaces study published
The world’s most extensive study into the effect of arena surfaces on the orthopaedic health of sport horses in the seven FEI disciplines and in racing has been published by the FEI.The Equine Surfaces White Paper, which is available to download here, is the result of a four-year collaboration between eight equine experts from six universities, three equine and racing-specific research and testing centres and two horse charities in Sweden, the UK and United States.
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JurAvon Park Autumn Series Dressage Competition -
Round 3, 19th & 20th April, 2014
JurAvon Park Equestrian Centre , Melton Gisborne Rd, Melton, Victoria.
Pictured left ß- Clinton Rich on the excitingimport, Sonfire.JurAvon Park Autumn Series – Day 2
JurAvon Park Autumn Series – Day 1
Schwizer snatches early lead with first time winner.
Switzerland’s Pius Schwizer clinched a sensational victory in tonight’s opening round of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping 2013/2014 Final at Lyon in France riding a horse that had never previously won an international competition.
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Reem Acra World Cup Final, Lyon. Duardin does it again with new world record score in Grand Prix.
Britain’s Dressage superstars, Charlotte Dujardin and the brilliant gelding Valegro, set yet another new world record when scoring 87.129 to win today’s Grand Prix at the Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ Dressage 2013/2014 Final in Lyon, France. The British duo have blazed a trail through the sport over the last two years, setting world records in Grand Prix, Grand Prix Special and Freestyle while also scooping Olympic and European gold. Today they re-set the Grand Prix world record target score again, and they now look well set to add the 2014 Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ Dressage title to their extraordinary list of achievements when the Freestyle takes place tomorrow afternoon.
Mary Hanna 13th in the Reem Acra World Cup Grand Prix
Australia's Mary Hanna rode Sancette to 13th place in the Grand Prix event at the Reem Acra World Cup final in Lyon France, overnight.
The winners of the Pacific League Final scored 68.471% which was below expectations and possibly reflected a shortened preparation, as Sancette suffered a hoof injury on the plane trip and needed two weeks off to recover.
Grand Prix Results here
Star British duo get best of Reem Acra Final draw
America’s Tina Konyot will be first into the arena when the Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final gets underway at the Eurexpo Arena in Lyon, France tomorrow afternoon. The Grand Prix is the first of the two competitions that will decide the 2013/2014 Reem Acra title, and while defending champions, Germany’s Helen Langehanenberg and Damon Hill NRW, go seventh of the 18 starters, their greatest rivals Britain’s Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro have a much better draw when second-last to go.
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Horse Power Meets Ballet as FEI World Cup™ Finals Land in Lyon.
The worlds of equestrian sport and ballet met face to face in spectacular fashion today for a photoshoot to launch the start of the flagship FEI World Cup™ Finals in Lyon, France (17-21 April).
Double Olympic gold medallist Charlotte Dujardin (GBR) from the world of Dressage and US Jumping rider Charlie Jacobs were joined by dancers from the world-famous Minsk Bolshoi ballet at Lyon’s Eurexpo, venue for this week’s Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping and Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ Dressage Finals.
Dancers from the Minsk Bolshoi, performing Swan Lake at the Lyon Amphitheatre in Lyon as part of a nationwide French tour, took time out from their schedule to showcase the parallels between ballet and equestrian sport – the poise and grace of the dancers and the athleticism and beauty of the horses.
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Russell Johnstone and Borealis Centurion make History ...
Equestrian Australia reports … Sydney Olympian Russell Johnstone made history as the first rider to win the FEI CSI2* Grand Prix at The Sydney Royal Easter Show. Johnstone and his warmblood gelding Borealis Centurion led from the start and were the only combination to produce a double clear round.
READ MOREFEI announces mission and structure of Endurance Task Force.
The composition and remit of the FEI Endurance Task Force, announced by the FEI Executive Board on 8 April, have been finalised.
The mission of the Task Force is to develop practical solutions to ensure horse welfare and a level playing field at Endurance events globally, and to look at deploying modern technology to achieve the goals of equality and integrity in all Endurance competitions.
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Australians Jumping into action in Lyon.
The 2014 Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Final will boast a line-up which includes two of Australia’s leading riders, Edwina Tops-Alexander and Jamie Kermond (pictured left riding Colthaga)
READ MOREEquestrian sport makes history as athletes vote online for FEI Athlete Representatives.
For the first time in the 93-year history of the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), the athletes themselves have the opportunity to vote for their FEI Athlete Representatives.
READ MOREThe International Dressage Trainers Club (IDTC)
Thw IDTC has become the fifth of the former FEI Associate Members to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the FEI.
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Hanna sets sights on Personal Best at Lyon
Four-time Olympian Mary Hanna this week takes to the world stage once more to contest the 2014 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Final for Dressage in Lyon, France.
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Allows moisture vapor to escape whilst repelling rain and wind.This is the latest advancement that ensures that your horse is kept snug and warm, in fabrics that beathe and help regulate body temperature.
Australia’s most prolific Olympic equestrian Andrew Hoy OAM will take his place in the Equestrian Australia Hall of Fame after living Hall of Fame members unanimously voted for the seven time Olympian to receive the honour in the individual category.
Victorian Young Rider Championships -ßß12th and 13th April, 2014
Werribee Park Equestran Centre.Results thanks to Equiscore
Rain, Rain, Rain - Horses and Rugs are
Wet, Wet, Wet!
With the recent widespread and relentless rain drenching horses and rugs are wet and it is difficult to keep horses dry, comfortable and ready for work.Saddleworld comes to the rescue with some fantastic bulk buy deals on Eurohunter and Pessoa synthetic rugs
Saddleworld Autumn Catalogue now available!
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The Saddleworld Autumn 2014 Catalogue is now available and there are lots of bargains, great deals and products to keep horses happy, comfortable and well and you well dressed and tacked up for the winter months that will soon be upon us.
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Yves Houtackers Jumping Masterclass
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Yves is one of the most respected and highly sought show jumping trainers, clinicians and professional advisors in Europe, he has developed a strong following in USA, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Australia where his astute judgement and strategies for managing the development of horse and rider combinations, have earned him wide acclaim.
D&JWTS Dressage Masterclass -
Words as spoken by Helen Langehanenberg
- “Saddleworld MediaFor dedicated “dressage nuts” the Saddleworld Dressage Masterclass at D&JWTS (2014) with the World No 2 Dressage Rider, Helen Langehanenberg, (from Germany and sponsored by Prestige Saddles, Italia) promised to be a highlight of the event and a memorable learning experience for riders and trainers at all levels.
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Saddle Up Romper Stomper - A Rags to Riches Story!
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There is no doubt that D&JWTS 2014 was a highlight in every aspect - the horses (both jumping and dressage) were sensational, the riders smiling, the spectators engaged and having fun and the traders smiling as the crowds were BACK!!!
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DJWTS Results - Day 3 - Grand Prix CDI-W
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The Grand Prix CDI-W was won in fine style by the Aussie "glam" girls of dressage - Maree Tomkinson and Diamantina.
READ MOREDJWTS Results - Day 3 - Jumping
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DJWTS Jumping Horses Shine.
READ MOREDJWTS Results - Day 3 - Dressage
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Congratulations to Hayley Gilbert and the sensational Sugarloaf Rubinell, the 5 YO mare was awarded the 2014 Young Dressage Horse Champion of Champions at D&JWTS.
READ MOREDJWTS Results - Day 2 Friday
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The Saddleworld Team had a great day and congratulates all winners.
READ MOREDJWTS Results - Day 1 Thursday
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The first round of the 4,5 & 6 YO pony classes and the 4 YO Young Dressage horses were held in the indoor arena.
READ MOREDressage and Jumping with the Stars - Off to a Great Start
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Werribee Park looks fantastic and today (Wednesday 26th March, 2014) was very busy with riders and owners taking the opportunity to give their horses a change to beome familiar with the venue and the decor. The event boasts a truly "International atmosphere" and therefore many of the young horses will not have encountered such a carnival setting before.
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Prestige Rider Anna-Sophie Fiebelkorn returns to Sydney in 2014
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Australia is looking forward to welcoming Anna-Sophie Fiebelkorn back to Sydney in 2014 to again officiate as the guest riding judge at the NSW Young Dressage Horse Championships, which is held in conjunction with the Sydney CDI.
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Prestige Package - Auction Closes soon
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Anna-Sophie Fiebelkorn returns as the Sydney CDI Young Horse Guest Rider
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As part of its sponsorship of the NSW Young Horse Championships at the Sydney CDI, the Hanoverian Horse Society of Australia is thrilled to announce that the German champion will be making a return visit to Sydney to be the Guest Rider in 2014.
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Introducing Yves Houtackers Guest Riding Judge at D&JWTS
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Saddleworld and Pessoa saddles have made the showjumping masterclasses at the PSI Dressage and Jumping with the Stars event a major focus for 2014 and warmly welcome the champion Dutch Showjumping rider and trainer, Yves Houtackers to Australia.
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The Prestige Saddle Tree: characteristics and merits!
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The tree in Prestige saddles has been designed to adapt perfectly to the horse and to maintain the best seat for the rider.
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EUROHUNTER - Great Quality - Great Value - Great Service - from Saddleworld!!
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Saddleworld’s EUROHUNTER brand provides you with excellent quality and value.
READ MOREPSI Dressage and Jumping with the Stars - Set to Shine
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Saturday highlights include the Saddleworld Dressage Masterclass with the current FEI World Cup Champion, Helen Langehanenberg, who will also ride the finalists in the PSI Australian Young Dressage Horse Championships later in the day.
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Back Protectors - Because You're Worth It!
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It is widely accepted that horse riding is a dangerous sport and safety conscious riders and parents have welcomed the introduction of body protection products that minimise impact and concussion injuries which are often the result of a fall or other riding mishap.
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Grazioli Boots - Perfect Style, Perfect Price
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The buying power of 43 stores has enabled Saddleworld to bring you an exciting new product – Grazioli Field and Top Boots.
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Saddleworld Dural Moves to Larger Premises.
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Saddleworld Dural has served an area which is densely populated with horses and boasting a rich variety of equine interests. The local community holds dear their commitment to an outdoor, rural lifestyle and many people participate in equestrian sport, racing interests and the country life that attracted them to the district.
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Nicole Stewart comes to Mustad Lowdens Saddleworld – Destination Equestrian
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Nicole Stewart is one of Australia's leading Equestrian specialist Performance Coaches, working with equestrian athletes from aspiring toelite level, to help them to change their riding forever by becoming champions of their minds.
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PSI Dressage and Jumping with the Stars 2014 - Auction!
Offer the "PRESTIGE PACKAGE" - Yours for the taking!
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From Saddleworld, the fabulous new VENUS D dressage saddle from Prestige Italia, distributed in Australia by Saddleworld, the Prestige Specialist. To be presented to the winner of the online auction at PSI DJWTS by Helen Langehanenberg.
READ MORESaddleworld Set for a New Era- “Saddleworld Media”
Saddleworld was born almost 30 years ago and has actively served the Australian equestrian community for over 28 years. The concept of like-minded business people working together to source the best products, for the best prices and also offering their own unique services, skills and specialty products, has seen the Saddleworld Group grow to 44 stores around Australia.
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Helen Langehanenberg Sets a Personal Best at Neumunster riding in the new Prestige X-Helen Saddle - “Saddleworld Media”
World Number 2, Helen Langehanenberg won the sixth leg of the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage 2013/14 which was held in Neumünster, Germany from 14-16th February 2014.
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Eurohunter Helmets – Safety and Style,
Saddleworld has you covered! - “Saddleworld Media”
It is almost a decade since Insurance and Public Liability issues forced changes to the rules and requirements of equestrian sport, and riders are now required to wear an Approved Safety helmet, in the warm-up area and competition arena
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