Author: Suzanne Ashton

FEI Bureau agrees unanimously to take strong stance on GCL case The FEI Bureau has today agreed unanimously to continue to fight the case between the FEI and the Global Champions League with all legal means, following an update at the FEI Bureau’s in-person meeting at the FEI General Assembly in the Puerto Rican capital of San Juan. The Global Champions League lodged a complaint with the Belgian Competition Authority (BCA) in June of this year alleging that the FEI’s unsanctioned events rule was in breach of competition law. The BCA granted interim measures on 28 July requiring the FEI

Paris to host Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final and FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final 2018 The Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final and the FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final 2018 will be held in Paris (FRA), marking the first occasion that the French capital has had the opportunity to stage equestrian sport’s most prestigious double indoor Finals. The decision was taken today by the FEI Bureau at its in-person meeting held in San Juan (PUR) at this year’s FEI General Assembly. Gothenburg (SWE) and Las Vegas (USA) had also submitted bids to host the double Finals. “We are delighted

World Horse Welfare Delighted to be Charity of the Year at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials 2016 International horse charity set to take centre stage at world-renowned event   Leading international horse charity, World Horse Welfare, is today announcing its status as Charity of the Year at one of the most prestigious events in the equestrian sport calendar, the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials 2016.   Making the announcement at the charity’s annual conference in London today, World Horse Welfare Chief Executive Roly Owers said:   “We are honoured and deeply grateful to have been chosen as Charity of

by Louise Parkes The French combination of Simon Delestre and Hermes Ryan won the adrenalin-filled fourth leg of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping 2015/2015 Western European League in sensational style at Verona, Italy. The 15-horse jump-off against the clock was full of thrills and surprises, with the unusual occurrence of superstars Ludger Beerbaum (Chaman) from Germany and Scott Brash (Hello M’Lady) from Great Britain tied for the lead at the halfway stage after breaking the beam in precisely the same time. But at the end of the memorable competition they eventually had to settle for joint-third place when overtaken

King of British Eventing, William Fox-Pitt, ‘continues to make steady progress’ as reported on the official British Eventing website on the 4.11.2015. Remaining in the French hospital his condition is now stable, although he’s been told it’ll be a long road on the way to recovery. 2015 has seen the Dorset based rider achieve a lifetime ambition riding Stallion, Chilli Morning, when the pair won The Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials, it’s a shame to see the season end for him in this way. The horse he fell from, Reinstated, was not injured during the accident on October 17 at the World Championships for

Brits amongst the shortlist for FEI Awards 2015 including William Fox-Pitt! Shortlist nominees announced for FEI Awards 2015 A total of 29 candidates have been shortlisted for the 2015 FEI Awards 2015, with the winners to be announced at a glittering gala dinner on the island of Puerto Rico on 13 November. The winners in five hotly contested categories will be presented with their awards by Hollywood actress Bo Derek, Chair of the Jury for this year’s FEI Awards. The Puerto Rican capital, San Juan will roll out the red carpet next week for the “Oscars of the Equestrian world”,

IOC President talks Olympic Agenda 2020 during official visit to FEI HQ International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach commented favourably today on the high level of compliance in equestrian sport with the 40 recommendations in Olympic Agenda 2020 during an official visit to the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) headquarters in Lausanne (SUI), the Olympic capital. “Olympic Agenda 2020 is the strategic roadmap for the future of the Olympic Movement and it is impressive to see how compliant the FEI and equestrian sport already are with many of the recommendations”, President Bach said. “We have targeted gender equality as a key

5 horses, 2 people and 1 tent….. What could possibly go wrong? When Jackie Parry and her husband decided to sell everything they had and go on the trip of a lifetime with 5 rescued horses I am sure a lot of people thought they may be mad. Jackie had horse experience from over 20 years ago and her husband Noel had sat on a horse about 40 years ago! They may have been amateur horse people but they were no strangers to adventure having already sailed around the world at the equivalent of one and a half times. This

Liverpool International Horse Show New Year Shopping! New Year Shopping Spree The inaugural Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show which runs from 1-3 January 2016 at the Echo Arena is set to be a fantastic outing for all the family. It is also a brilliant opportunity to welcome in the New Year in style and a great opportunity to enjoy some post Christmas shopping. There will be thrilling 4* show jumping action, attracting famous names from around the world which is sure to keep the audience enthralled. There will also be a fantastic entertainment line-up for everyone to enjoy. This includes

With so many types and styles of girth on the market today – here John Hartley of Black Country Saddles takes a closer look at what is available. There are so many girths available on the market today that it can be difficult to choose which one is best for your horse. This feature looks at a selection of these girths and explains the differences between various types. Styles of Girth Generally, there are two distinct basic styles which suit the length of billet strap on your saddle. The conventional girth for GP, Jumping and close contact saddles is required