Andrea Baxter and Indy 500. Photo by Abby Powell.Some very sad news this week as Andrea Baxter has announced the passing of her longtime 4* and 5* partner, Indy 500 at the age of 19 due to ongoing complications from a recent foaling.With six CCI5* completions to their names, Andrea and Indy represented West Coast eventing in true style; highlights from their 5* career include as 12th place finish at Burghley in 2019, and top-20 finishes at both Kentucky and Maryland.Despite her smaller stature and unconventional conformation, Indy 500 defied all odds. Initially put on the radar after Andrea saw a flyer in a tack store advertising the then-two-year-old Thoroughbred mare, its true Andrea didnt exactly pin her 5* aspirations on right away.Andrea and Indy 500 at Woodside. Photo by MGO Photography.She looked nice in the photo, but when I went to see her, she was as downhill as a wheelbarrow with legs the size of toothpicks, Andrea told me a few years ago. I passed, and when Indy was four, her owner called and asked if she could send her to me for training to be sold. I would always go down to the barn and ride her first. And she was really trainable. I got her, unbroken, in May and by July, she was winning the four-year-old Young Event Horse divisions.It was a true story of a horse that just kept answering the questions, stepping up to the plate as if with a proverbial chip on her shoulder, knowing that she hadnt been picked out a 5* prospect. Hold my beer, the feisty mare seemed to say, stepping up the levels and, in the end, becoming an upper-level horse for Andrea (and her first 5* horse) with an international career spanning over a decade.The happy faces of Andrea Baxter, Indy 500 and Lexie Thacker. Photo by JJ Sillman Photography.Shes so quick, and shes so smart cross-country, and she loves show jumping too; shes a really good show jumper, Andrea told The Chronicle of the Horse in 2018. And in the dressage shes gotten to the point where shes really rideable. Shes not gifted necessarily in her physical attributes, but she really does try hard.Indy 500 has two babies, one, Laguna Seca, who went Advanced with Andrea, and another, Cha-Ching 500, who was to be her final foal, born earlier this year.Andrea Baxter and Indy 500. Photo by Nico Morgan Media.Little did I know at the time, you would become the greatest unicorn that ever blessed me, Andrea wrote on social media after Indys passing. We learned so much together and taught each other to never give up and always keep fighting. What a crazy life story we lived through the past 15 years.We always did everything together, Andrea continued. The time we spent together traveling the world can never be replaced or forgotten. You were truly my horse of a lifetime and Im lost without you. Baby Cha Ching 500 has big shoes to fill. I hope hes just like you!Andrea Baxter and Indy 500. Photo by Leslie Threlkeld.Indy 500 was buried overlooking the cross country course where she grew up and learned how to event at Andreas home base, Twin Rivers Ranch in Paso Robles, CA. We buried you overlooking the [cross country] course so you can watch us hack around and heckle the [cross country] schoolers. Godspeed my queen.Godspeed indeed, Indy. You will be sorely missed.

Showjumping star Joe Stockdale is in Paris this week for the Olympic Games, where he is the alternate rider for Team GB. Should he be subbed in, hell be aiming for a perfect clear with his horse Cacharel.This goal is unanimous for all riders at every level. A penalty-free showjumping round is the best way to secure a good result. Staying straight between fences is key for going clear, but drifting sideways is a common error.Joe Stockdale shares two exercises below to help you learn to control your horses shoulders and stay straight.First thoughtsWhen jumping a course of fences, its important that you have control over your horse and that theyre listening to you.Some horses anticipate fences by cutting corners or going too wide, so its about controlling your horses shoulder and preventing them from drifting in or out, explains Joe.If your horse drifts, it affects both their balance and the line to the fence, changing your stride pattern and your approach to the jump.Horse drifting inIf a horse drifts in, it makes the line to a fence shorter and means you have less space to play with. You will have to put in shorter strides to make the fence, says Joe.Horse drifting outAlternatively, if they drift out, youll have too much space and will need bigger strides to make it to the fence.Either way, when your horse is unbalanced, youre more likely to have the fence down, adds Joe.Solving the issueBefore you begin this routine, warm up your horse on the flat as you normally would, in walk, trot and canter. Remember to give them a breather at regular intervals and cool off properly at the end of the session too.Exercise 1Exercise 1Time: 15 minutesThis first exercise is designed to help guide your horses shoulders and control their stride length by jumping cavaletti on a 20m circle.How to set it upSet up four cavalettis so that you have one at each quarter mark of the circle (ie at 12 oclock, 3 oclock, 6 oclock and 9 oclock).You want around three of your horses strides between each (distance should be measured from the middle of each pole).How to ride itIn canter, jump alternate fences (eg 12 oclock and 6 oclock). This is a good way to introduce your horse to the exercise on a larger circle.Aim for the middle of each fence and stay in a balanced, steady canter.Look for your line and stick to it, looking ahead to the centre of the next fence.This requires you to keep good control of your horses shoulders in order to maintain the correct line to the next cavaletti, explains Joe. Its great practise for jumping a course.Once your horse is jumping the two cavaletti comfortably, add in a third cavaletti.When they are doing this confidently, jump all four cavaletti on a circle.Joes top tipsTo make the circle feel smooth and effortless, you must maintain control of your horses shoulder using your outside leg (when they drift out) and inside leg (when they drift in), explains Joe.Dont pull your horse around the circle with your reins, as this will encourage them to fall out through their shoulder. Ride the back end of the horse, thats where the engine is, by using your leg aids correctly.Your horse will need to have correct bend through their body, be on the correct canter lead and be flexing to the inside of the circle so that theyre listening to you and theyre well balanced.They must hold themselves and not drift to the outside (which will make the distance between the fences greater), or fall in (making the distances shorter). Youll soon notice if drifting happens because your take-off spot will be affected.Carry on with the circle and aim to correct your line for the next fence.Expanding the exerciseTo make this exercise a little harder, you can play with the number of strides between each fence, says Joe.Ask your horse to collect, making the circle smaller and taking a stride out. Then lengthen the canter by moving to the outside line of the circle and adding in an extra stride.Exercise 2Exercise 2Time: 15 minutesThis S-line exercise involves jumping three small fences in an S shape, incorporating two dog legs.Using the same skills practised in exercise one, you need to ride the correct line through the combination (see diagram, right).Ensure that you get the first fence right, otherwise the second and third parts will be affected.How to set it upSet up three fences on an S line, as shown in the diagram.The fences only need to be small. The point of it is to improve the accuracy of your lines rather than how big youre jumping.How to ride itApproach the first fence on a straight line. Ensure that you are on a straight line to the fence by the time you are two or three strides out, so that you take off at the middle of the fence.As soon as you land, look up to the next fence and make the turn to the middle element. Use your legs to keep your horse on the right line.By the time you land, if not earlier, you need to be looking at the third element.Joes top tipsThe key to jumping dog legs is to stay centre to centre of each fence and break the turn down into two straight lines, explain Joe.So, for example, three strides in a straight line away from the first fence, then a turn, and then three straight strides to the next.Remember, its important to turn your horse from your leg, not your hand. Its also vital that theyre listening to you. You are changing direction after each fence, so they must be in tune with your seat.The horse needs to stay in balance, correctly change their leading leg each time and stay locked on to the next fence. As the rider, remain balanced and still so that your horse doesnt anticipate the next fence and change the line.Expanding the exerciseThe dotted lines show on the diagram indicate how to increase or decrease your line, depending on whether your horse falls in or out through their shoulder.This exercise is great for getting to know which line or stride/distance your horse prefers, says Joe.Hopefully they will stay balanced and land on the correct lead. If they dont, ask them to change as soon as possible [by doing a few trot strides is fine] so that theyre balanced for the next fence.Joe Stockdale is the son of the late Olympic showjumper Tim. Joe was selected to represent Britain at the Junior Nations Cup in 2017, at the Young Rider Nations Cup and at the 2019 Europeans. He made his senior championship debut in 2021 and was part of the bronze medal-winning British team at the World Championships in 2022.Lead image of Joe Stockdale: copyright Team StockdaleRelated contentRichard Waygoods cavaletti exercisesWhy a stronger bit might not be the solution for a strong horseHow to clear vertical showjumps every timeTina Cooks top tips for jumping on grassThe post Joe Stockdales exercises to stop a horse drifting between fences appeared first on Your Horse.

As the calendar closed on July 2024, so did the Paris 2024 Olympics schedule for Grand Prix Dressage. Day two of competition saw more international stars enter the ring at the Chteau de Versailles and the level of energy ramped up even further as did the scores. Luckily the day wasnt quite as hot as yesterday, but after a grey start this morning, the sun did reappear and temperatures soared near 88.Three more groups (D, E, and F) of ten horse and rider combinations took their turn performing the FEI Grand Prix Test, which serves as both a team and individual qualifier. The team medals will be decided by the Grand Prix Special (top ten teams including any ties for tenth place qualified from today) on Saturday, August 3. Then, the top 18 horse and rider combinations (including any ties) after today will return to contest individual medals in the Grand Prix Freestyle on Sunday, August 4.Countries represented in the competition today were: Australia; Austria; Belgium; Canada; Denmark; Dominican Republic; Ecuador; France; Finland; Great Britain; Germany; India; Luxemburg; Morocco; New Zealand; the Netherlands; Norway; Poland; Portugal; Spain; Sweden, and USA.The current reigning World Champions and two-time Olympian, Charlotte Lottie Fry (GBR) and the 13-year-old KWPN stallion Glamourdale were first in the ring this morning to begin the first group of 10, Group D. They havent competed much this year, so it was a treat to see them perform again. Many scores in the 8s, 9s, and even 10s, started flashing on the live scoring display. Though their test was not without a few mistakes, it was fun to watch and the crowd and judges appreciated the performance. Their score was 78.913 percent, which by the end of the day put them fourth highest in the Grand Prix.Charlotte Lottie Fry (GBR) and Glamourdale score 78.913 percent, the fourth highest in the Grand Prix. Photo by Sarah Miller/MacMillan PhotographyFour rides later, and also in Group D, Denmarks Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour and Freestyle, a 15-year-old Hanoverian mare, eclipsed Frys and Glamourdales score by several points (80.792). Laudrup-Dufour is a first-time Olympian, but was a member of the gold-medal-winning Danish Team at the 2022 FEI World Championships in Herning, Denmark. Looking at their judges score sheet from today, a sea of mostly 7, 8s and 9s dominate the marks. The only exception was test movement number 23, which is the one-tempi canter lead changes and collected canter that received 5.5s and 6s from the judges. Overall, their super score ended up being second best of the two days of Grand Prix.Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour (DEN) and Freestyle score 80.792, the second best of two days of Grand Prix Dressage. Photo by Sarah Miller/MacMillan PhotographyFive rides later in the final performance in Group D, it was Germanys Isabell Werths turn to perform with a fairly new ride for her, the 10-year-old Danish Warmblood mare Wendy. The seven-time Olympian did not disappoint, masterfully guiding the young horse through a stunning test, scoring 79.363 the third highest score of the two days of Grand Prix.Isabell Werth (GER) and Wendy score 79.363 the third highest score of the two days of Grand Prix Dressage. Photo by Sarah Miller/MacMillan PhotographyGroup D qualified four riders. In addition to Fry, Laudrup-Dufour and Werth qualifying for the individual finals from the group, Isabel Freese and Total Hope OLD from Norway scored 76.397 to move on as well. Total Hope is a 12-year-old Oldenburg stallion by Totilas.Riders who qualified to move on to the individual finals from Group E included: the Netherlands Emmelie Scholtens riding Indian Rock, 74.581; Austrias Victoria Max-Theurer riding Abegglen FH NRW, 74.301; Swedens Therese Nilshagen riding Dante Weltino OLD, 73.991, and Polands Sandra Sysojeva riding Maxima Bella, 73.416.The final round of ten riders, in Group F, took their turn in the ring this afternoon. The group included the USAs Steffen Peters and Four Wind Farm and Akiko Yamazakis 16-year-old KWPN gelding Suppenkasper going eighth in the order. The beginning of their test showed some very nice moments, including their signature lovely lateral work. But, they had problems in the halt and rein back and later, as they traveled down the centerline to finish, in the piaffe and final passage. The unfortunate result was a score of 66.491 percent to end their Paris 2024 Olympic run. The pair has given fans so many things to enjoy over their years, so their partnership representing the USA is to be celebrated.Steffen Peters (USA) and Suppenkasper. Photo by Sarah Miller/MacMillan PhotographyThe final rider of the day was one the fans had been waiting for, the reigning Olympic Champions Germanys Jessica von Bredow-Werndl and the 17-year-old Trakehner mare TSF Dalera BB. They took the ring to thunderous applause and sailed through a beautiful test to an 82.065 percent, the best score of both days. Though the test wasnt perfect (they scored 5s and 6s on their collected walk), nearly all of their other individual marks were 8s, 9s and 10s. Obviously, this qualified them for the individual finals on Sunday and it boosted the German team over Denmark in the standings, too.Jessica von Bredow-Werndl (GER) and TSF Dalera BB top the leaderboard with 82.065 percent. Photo by Cealy TetleyAlso qualifying for the individual finals from Group F was Frenchwoman Pauline Basquin riding Sertorius De Rima Z, a 14-year-old Zangerheide gelding. They scored 73.711 percent. Basquin is one of the riders at the famous Cadre Noir School in France and is a member of the military. Obviously, she has the support of her home-country crowd as she competes in her first Olympic Games. Her score moved France up the list to compete in the team finals on Saturday.Riders qualifying from yesterdays Group A were: Denmarks Nanna Skodborg Merrald riding Zepter, 78.028; the Netherlands Dinja van Liere riding Hermes, 77.764, and Great Britains Carl Hester and Fame, 77.345.Those qualifying from Group B were: Denmarks Daniel Bachmann Andersen riding Vayron, 76.910; Germanys Frederic Wandres riding Bluetooth OLD, 76.118, and Finlands Emma Kanerva riding Greek Air, 73.680.Rounding out the 18 horse-and-rider combinations going to the individual finals on Sunday (August 4) are two riders from Group C. They are: Becky Moody and Jagerbomb from Great Britain, 74.938, and Patrik Kittel and Touchdown from Sweden, 74.317.Read the recap of day one here.The ten teams qualifying for Grand Prix Special next Saturday (August 3) to determine the team medals are (in current order of the standings): Germany, 237.546; Denmark, 235.730; Great Britain, 231.196; the Netherlands, 224.923; Sweden, 219.861; Belgium, 217.686; France, 214.673; Austria, 213.493; Finland, 209.938, and Australia, 209.115.The seven judges were treated to quite a show over the last two days; they were: Judge at C, Susanne Baarup (DEN); Judge at K, Mariette Sanders (NED); Judge at E, Raphal Saleh (FRA); Judge at H, Michael Osinski (USA); Judge at M, Magnus Ringmark (SWE); Judge at B, Henning Lehrmann (GER), and Judge at F, Isobel Wessels (GBR).The dressage horses will now take two days off while the jumpers take their turn. Dressage will return on August 3 and 4 for the team and individual finals and medal ceremonies.Dressage Grand Prix Qualifier SummaryStart List for Dressage Grand Prix Special (Team Final)Start List for Dressage Grand Prix Freestyle (Individual Final)For more coverage, visit our 2024 Paris Olympics main page.For broadcast information, go to NBCOlympics.com. All equestrian coverage is streamed live and available for replays on Peacock.Thanks to CareCredit for our spring and summer equestrian coverage.The post 2024 Paris Olympics: Scores Climb Higher On Final Day of Dressage Grand Prix Qualifiers appeared first on Horse Illustrated Magazine.

Tomorrow, Thursday, August 1, is the 2024 Paris Olympics show jumping debut, beginning with the team qualifier. There will be 20 teams of three riders each for a total of 60 competing in the qualifier class. Competition runs from 11:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Central European Time (5:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time).Then, the next day, Friday, August 2, is the jumper team finals and medal ceremony. For the team final, the number is whittled down to 10 teams of three for a total of 30 riders. Competition runs 2:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Central European Time (8:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time).Then the jumpers will take two days off while the dressage horses finish up. Finally, jumping returns to close out the 2024 Paris Olympics equestrian competition with the individual qualifier (75 starters) on Monday, August 5, 2:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. CET (8:00 a.m. Noon U.S. ET) with the individual final (30 riders) and medal ceremony on Tuesday, August 6, from 10:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. CET (4:00 a.m. 6:30 a.m. U.S. ET).Today, July 31, the jumping horses had their first horse inspection in the morning. All of the U.S. horses passed inspection on the first try, as did most horses presented from other countries. However, there were two jumpers held for re-inspection later in the day, one from France and one from Mexico. They were not accepted for competition upon re-inspection, so those teams will have to call up either a direct reserve horse for the same rider or an alternate horse and rider combination. The horse from France was Viking dla Rousserie to have been ridden by Kevin Staut. The horse from Mexico was Contendros 2 to have been ridden by Andres Azcarraga.The U.S. Jumping Team members set to compete are: Kent Farrington (Wellington, Fla.) and Greya, a 2014 Oldenburg mare (Colestus x Contessa) owned by Kent Farrington LLC, and cared for by Denise Moriarty Laura Kraut (Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) and Baloutinue, a 2010 Hanoverian (Balou du Rouet x Utika) gelding owned by St. Brides Farm and cared for by Margo Thomas McLain Ward (Brewster, N.Y.) and Ilex, a 2013 KWPN (Baltic VDL x Calendula) gelding owned by Bonne Chance Farm and McLain Ward and cared for by Virginie Casterman Traveling Reserves: Karl Cook (Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.) and Caracole de la Roque, a 2012 Selle Franais (Zandor Z x Pocahontas dAmaury) mare owned by Signe Ostby and cared for by Tessa FalangaLaura Kraut, a two-time Olympic medalist, and Baloutinue will represent the U.S. Jumping Team. Photo by Allen MacMillan/MacMillan PhotographyThe U.S. Olympic Jumping Team will be led by Chef dEquipe Robert Ridland alongside Team Leader Lizzy Chesson, and supported by Team Veterinarian Heather Sherman, Team Equine Physiotherapist Janus Marquis, Team Human Physiotherapist Jennifer Mitchell, and Team Farrier Chuck Jones.FEI officials for jumpers include: Co-course designers Santiago Varela (ESP) and Gregory Bodo (FRA); Technical Delegate Guilherme Nogueira Jorge (BRA); Ground Jury President Frances Hesketh-Jones (ITA); Ground Jury Member Patrice Alvado (FRA); Ground Jury Member Harrij Braspenning (NED); Ground Jury Member David Distler (USA); Ground Jury Member Karoly Fugli (HUN); Limb Sensitivity Liaison Judge Manuel Carvalho Martins (POR). Team Start List Order of GoFor more coverage, visit our 2024 Paris Olympics main page.For broadcast information, go to NBCOlympics.com. All equestrian coverage is streamed live and available for replays on Peacock.Thanks to CareCredit for our spring and summer equestrian coverage.The post 2024 Paris Olympics: Show Jumping Begins Tomorrow appeared first on Horse Illustrated Magazine.

View this post on InstagramA post shared by ukasz Kowalski (@lukaszkowalski_com)The Olympics are bursting with stories the story that plays out at the Games, of course, but also the prequel; everything that happened that led to this moment of being an Olympian in Paris. Every rider and horse in the eventing had their own, unique story, but two stood out for their similarity: Boyd Martin and Fedarman B, and Stephan Landois and Ride for Thas Chaman Dumontceau. There were two people riding each of those horses at the Palace of Versailles; Boyd and Annie Goodwin, and Stephan and Thas Meheust, and Boyd and Stephan did Annie and Thas proud as they fulfilled their late friends legacies by riding their horses at the Olympics. Heres another poignant equestrian story, one that spans two Games Belgian dressage rider Larissa Pauluis had her late husbands name on her gloves when she competed in Tokyo. This Olympics, she honored her promise to him that shed ride in Paris.U.S. Weekend PreviewArea VII Young Rider Benefit H.T. at Caber Farm (Onalaska, WA) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Volunteer] [Scoring]Bayou Gulch H.T. (Parker, CO) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Volunteer] [Scoring]Catalpa Corner Charity Horse Trials (Iowa City, IA) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Volunteer]Cobblestone Farms H.T. II (Dexter, MI) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Volunteer] [Scoring]Hoosier Horse Trials (Edinburgh, IN) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Volunteer] [Scoring]Huntington Farm H.T. (South Strafford, VT) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Volunteer]Olney Farm Horse Trials (Joppa, MD) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Volunteer] [Scoring]River Glen Summer H.T. (New Market, TN) [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Scoring]Thursday News and ReadingIts getting hot out there. After the equestrian events kicked off with a deluge of rain pouring down on the eventing dressage, things have been hotting up considerably in Versailles and the trend looks set to continue. We know that horse welfare is the absolute priority, and special measures have been put in place to safeguard the horses in the heat. Heres whats being done.We all know that the grooms are an integral part of the team behind eventers. But they dont just take excellent care of the horses (and riders), theyre also the biggest supporters and cheerleaders. Laura Colletts groom, Tilly Hughes, penned a letter to Laura before the Games, then had a ringside view as London 52 did his thang and won two Olympic medals such joy.And talking of cheerleaders, Pippa Funnell sure was one proud horse mom watching Squirrrel take on the Olympics and make history with Team Japan. Every single nut in the world for Squirrel.Cross country day in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles was nothing short of spectacular. From the worlds best fans lining every meter of rope and cheering the horses and riders along, to the truly stunning and impressive features throughout the course (I mean, horses galloping across a pontoon spanning the Grand Canal (!!!), and that circular pond has got to be the most beautiful water complex ever), all set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the enormous palace. It was a showcase of our sport which every single one of us should be proud of. Former COTH writer Sara Lieser got to witness the action up close and personal as a spectator this time around; heres what she had to say about what it was like to be in the thick of things on cross country day at the Olympics.Heres a quick round-up of some of the non-horsey things happening elsewhere at the Olympics: Some Olympic spirit at the fencing and, well, not so much. The rugby 7s looks like a blast, and kinda like a wedding party: First up on the dance floor a glass or three in the tequilas all gone. Celeb spotting at the gymnastics, which Snoop Dogg is digging. This guy who just happened to have his swim kit with him at the Olympics, you know, just in case. Turns out Case. A sea-sick Serena Williams. And finally, the croissant Olympics, because itd be rude not to, really.Video BreakThe coverage of the eventing, I thought, was pretty impressive. Sure, it was helped by the best venue ever, but spectators at home were treated to some really excellent camerawork, with a variety of angles and close-ups, and even over-head shots. Heres an insight into how they made things happen out on the cross country course.Also, heres a bonus video today, because thats the kinda gal I am. Did you spot the horse in the Paris Opening Ceremony? Well, this is a cool video showing how it came into being. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Maxime David (@mximd)

The first two days of thrilling dressage at the Paris 2024 Olympics have concluded, with the British team securing qualification for the team final (Saturdays Grand Prix Special), as well as all three members making the individual medal decider (Sundays Freestyle).Combinations were split into six groups of 10 and the top two from each group secured direct qualification for the Freestyle. The next best placed six riders also qualified. Becky Moody and powerful Jagerbomb qualified directly, while Carl Hester and focused Fame were in the latter group of qualified riders.Yesterday morning it was Charlotte Fry and Glamourdales chance to bid for a place in the final. Their 78.913% scoring test didnt quite make the top two in their competitive section, but once the day had played out, they were able to make the next best placed six alongside Carl.First to go on the second day is not always the best position, but I think in this weather (it was another very hot day) it was really to our advantage, the reigning world champion said. Glamourdale doesnt know that, he just goes in and sees the crowd and he had a great time in there. And I think the moment at the end was very special, with him very relaxed, on a long rein and enjoying the cheering and the flags waving!The teams combined score sat them in third position, behind leaders Germany and second placed team Denmark.That test is what we needed to do, added Charlotte. Our whole team the last two days has really performed amazingly and really put us in a good position for the weekend.Germany wows the judgesTeam Germany overtook the first-day leaders from Denmark when the Grand Prix drew to a close, giving them a boost as they continue on their mission to lift their 15th Olympic dressage team title.Germanys Isabell Werth scored 79.363% with her new ride, Wendy.She was so focused and so with me that it was amazing,, said Isabell who is competing at her seventh Olympic Games. We have only done six or seven Grand Prix, but its so amazing how we are growing together and how honest she is to me.She is only a 10-year-old horse and as they get older they get more muscles, they get more power, they get more experience so everything works together. Riding her is really a pleasure.There was less than two percentage points between the two top teams, Germany completing with 237.546% while the Danish total was 235.730%. Team GB closely followed with 231.196%.Oher nations to qualify for the final were The Netherlands, Sweden, Belgium, France, Austria, Finland and Australia.The Grand Prix scores were purely for qualification purposes, so now all riders will start from scratch within both the team and individual finals.Images by FEI/Benjamin ClarkUseful informationOlympic dressage: British chances, Germanys domination and the format explainedTimetables for Paris Olympics plus how to watch equestrian sportFurther readingOlympic debutant Becky Moody qualifies for finals and Carl Hester shines on first day of dressage in ParisExtra measures in place to protect Spanish donkeys from searing heatParis Olympics: showjumping format, timetable and favourites to winChange of horse for British showjumper at ParisThe post He had a great time: Charlotte Fry and Glamourdales seamless test secures team a place in Paris final appeared first on Your Horse.

Versailles, France US Equestrian has announced a pre-competition change prior to the start of team competition for the U.S. Olympic Jumping Team today at Versailles.Kent FarringtonandGreyawill be replaced byKarl CookandCaracole de la Roquefor todays Team Qualifier competition, which begins at 11:00 a.m. GMT+2/5:00 a.m. ET.There is a small question mark with Greya, which is allergy related, and erring on the side of extreme caution and with the no drop score in the format, we have made the decision to bring in Karl Cook and Caracole de la Roque, said Chef dEquipe Robert Ridland.Photo courtesy US EquestrianLaura Kraut(Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) andBaloutinuewill lead off the the order of the team today in the Team Qualifier competition, going 13th.Karl Cook(Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.) andCaracole de la Roque, will go second and 33rd in the order, whileMcLain Ward(Brewster, N.Y.) andIlex will anchor the team going 53rd. The top ten teams will move on to the Team Final tomorrow to determine team medals. Updated Order of Go Edited Press Release | Source: US EquestrianFor more coverage, visit our2024 Paris Olympics main page.For broadcast information, go toNBCOlympics.com. All equestrian coverage is streamed live and available for replays on Peacock.Thanks toCareCreditfor our spring and summer equestrian coverage.The post 2024 Paris Olympics: US Equestrian Announces Pre-Competition Change for U.S. Olympic Jumping Team Prior to Start of Team Competition Today appeared first on Horse Illustrated Magazine.