Following the recent announcement of the forthcoming US Equestrian Open, a new series of events highlighting the Olympic disciplines of eventing, dressage, and show jumping, the qualifier competitions for the Eventing competition have been unveiled.The US Equestrian Open of Eventing will feature an unprecedented amount of prize monies, including $1 million on offer across disciplines and $200,000 up for grabs at the Eventing Final hosted at Morven Park in October of 2025.More details have yet to be revealed about the series, but the qualifier pathway will feature a $50,000 series award that can be distributed based on rankings. The qualifier schedule also highlights venues around the country and on both coasts to ensure athletes in all areas can have a chance to compete in the series.The full Eventing Final qualifier schedule is as follows:2024 Competitions:1. Morven Park International & Fall Horse Trials CCI-4*-S October 10-132. Bouckaert Equestrian Horse Trials International CCI4*-S October 25-272025 Competitions:1. Bouckaert Equestrian Horse Trials International CCI4*-S March 6-92. Carolina International CCI4*-S March 13-163. The Event at Terranova CCI4*-S March 27-304. Stable View Spring CCI4*-S April 4-65. Twin Rivers Spring International CCI4*-S April 10-136. Ocala International Festival of Eventing CCI4* April 17-207. Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI4*-S April 23-278. Tryon International Three-Day Event CCI4*-S May 7-119. Aspen Farm Horse Trials CCI4*-S June 12-1510. The Maryland International CCI4*-S July 3-711. The Event at Rebecca Farm CCI4*-S July 16-2012. Bouckaert Equestrian Horse Trials International CCI4*-S August 29-3113. The Fork at Tryon CCI4* September 11-1414. Twin Rivers Fall International CCI4*-S September 19-2115. Stable View Oktoberfest CCI4*S September 24-2816. Woodside Fall International CCI4*-S October 3-5The Final:US Equestrian Open of Eventing Final Morven Park International & Fall Horse Trials CCI4*-L October 9-12The US Equestrian Open has a new website, on which youll be able to follow along with events in each disciplines series, leaderboard updates, and live streaming information. Well keep you updated on new announcements from this series and beyond and will see you at the first qualifier leg happening at Morven Park next weekend.

OTTB trainer Aubrey Graham. Photo courtesy of Ride iQ / Kassie A. Colson.A good Thoroughbred is still the ultimate athlete for the sport of eventing. Their athleticismand in particular, their gallopis hard for any other breed of horse to match. Getting a Thoroughbred off the racetrack is also one of the most affordable ways to get into the sport because off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) are generally a fraction of the price of purpose-bred warmbloods.However, switching careers can be challenging for a horse. Asking a racehorse to become an eventer is a bit like asking an engineer to become a lawyer. Some aspects of the job might be the same, but shifting careers can present real challenges and there is often a tough adjustment period. The horse has to learn an entirely new set of skills, and they might have some baggage from their years at the track that makes it hard to become an event horse.In partnership with the Retired Racehorse Project, Ride iQ produced a 10-lesson series to help riders bring along their OTTBs. Ride iQ coach Aubrey Grahamholds your hand through these lessons as she helps you take your horse from basic groundwork exercises to flatwork and eventually jumping.Aubreys main focus is restarting OTTBs, and each year she contributes to the training of, on average, at least 50 Thoroughbreds. She also specializes in horses that are known for having extensive training issues or have been labeled problem horses. Aubrey is also the founder of Thoroughbred Logic, which includes a series of articles published weekly on ENs sister site,Horse Nation, as well as nationally-held masterclasses and clinics.Having such an experienced horsewoman walk you through the steps of restarting your OTTB is a real advantage, especially if you are doing most of the restarting yourself. Through the course of this series, Aubrey works with a 4 year-old Thoroughbred that she is retraining. Whether your horse is four, or six, or eight, the lessons are broadly applicable for any horse switching careers.To me, one of the most rewarding aspects of training horses is learning how they think and what makes them tick. We have a young OTTB at the moment who I believe has the qualities to be a top eventer. About a year ago, we were out hacking and introduced him to his first water jump, which is a wide stream near our farm. He was quite suspicious at first, and would not go in even with a lead horse. We let him stand there and sniff the edge and think about the question for about two minutes with no pressure. Then, like a light switch, he walked straight in. We learned a lot about that horse from that experiencethat he likes to have a moment to figure out the question being asked, and then he is more than willing to attempt to give you the right answer. That way of processing information has in turn informed our further training with that horse, and we will keep that in mind for years to come.The Ride iQ OTTB restarting series is valuable because it will help you figure out what makes your horse tick. You may not follow the exact program that Aubrey presents, and that is entirely okay. The main goal is to build a partnership with your horse and find the best way of communicating with your horse, both from the ground and from the saddle.One of my first Advanced horses, Jokers Win, raced over 50 times and then competed in over 65 recognized eventing competitions through the 4* level. He is now semi-retired and still enjoys flatwork and trail riding. That horse taught me what cross country was supposed to feel like, and he was an amazing and generous partner. He was also restarted by a professional rider, who carefully took him from the track into an established eventing program. That smooth transition from racing to eventing is what allowed him to be successful for so many years in the sport of eventing. Having a well-thought out plan like the one Ride iQ provides in this series with Aubrey Graham is a great first step to making your OTTBs transition smooth. Enlisting additional help from an experienced trainer will also ensure that you have a wonderful partner with which to enjoy the sport for years to come.

Photo by Tilly Berendt.A few personnel and staffing changes at the FEI lead off our news round-up this morning as the international governing body has announced a new Director of Eventing to replace Catrin Norinder upon retirement after 37 years of service.For her part, Catrin Norinder has been involved in the organization of equestrian sports at the Olympic Games starting with Seoul the same year she was hired (1988). She also played a key role in the creation of the Eventing Risk Management Program.Frdrique Reffet Plantier will take over as Director of Eventing in 2025. Photo courtesy of the FEI.Frdrique Reffet Plantier will now step up to replace Catrin, effective January 1, 2025. Catrin will stay on in a consulting role for the first part of 2025 to assist with the handover of the role. An FEI press release about the appointment reads:Working with the FEI since 2012, Reffet Plantier started in the Eventing and Olympic Department working closely with the Director and colleagues on all aspects of event and competition management, FEI Committee administration, and the development of risk management practices within the discipline.In 2021, she transitioned into the role of Senior Manager within the office of the FEI Secretary General, allowing her to gain valuable experience in governance and decision-making, significantly expanding her skill set in both leadership and management.Throughout her time at the FEI, we have had the pleasure of observing Frdriques significant contributions across her various roles, FEI Secretary General Sabrina Ibez said.She has approached each challenge with unwavering professionalism and has demonstrated an exceptional ability to manage complex projects.Frdrique is well placed to take on this key role within the organisation, with her comprehensive knowledge of the Eventing discipline and her familiarity with the internal workings of the FEI governance structures. Her inclusive and supportive nature has made her a trusted and valued member of the FEI team at our headquarters in Lausanne and we are excited to see the next chapter of the FEI Eventing Department develop under her leadership.Chair of the FEI Eventing Committee and former Olympic Eventing gold medallist from the USA, David OConnor said, Frdrique brings to the Directors position a deep understanding of the operational framework of the Eventing discipline, practical experience in implementing these elements at events worldwide, and a sound awareness of horses as an avid equestrian herself.Throughout her involvement in the sports evolution, Frdrique has played a crucial role in significant decisions, including changes to the Olympic format and advancements in Eventing Risk Management.Having witnessed Frdriques growth within the sport, I am confident that her respect for its history, combined with her openness to new approaches for future advancement, makes her the ideal candidate for the Director of Eventing position.In other personnel news from the FEI, its Communications Director, Olivia Robinson, has also departed from her role after 18 years of service. The governing body will now reassess its operations and departments with findings to be reported in the coming months.U.S. Weekend PreviewThe Maryland H.T. + Area II Championships at Loch Moy Farm (MD): [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]Woodside Fall International (CA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]Ocala Fall H.T. (FL): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Volunteeer]Apple Knoll Farm H.T. (MA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times]Miami Valley H.T. at Twin Towers (OH): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]Middle Tennessee Pony Club H.T. (TN): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring]News & ReadingOcalas World Equestrian Center housed 1,200 horses during Hurricane Helene. What goes into this effort to help keep horses and humans safe during extreme weather events? Read more here.Tryon Equestrian Resort has also been providing updates from Helene as the North Carolina and Tennessee areas continue to recover from massive damages done by the storm.Jockey Club Thoroughbred Incentive Program Championships, which were to be held at Stable View this weekend, have been postponed to October 24-27 as the venue continues to grapple with damage done as Helene moved through Aiken. Declarations and entries have subsequently been extended to October 15, and full refunds will be given to any competitors provided they scratch by October 4. More information here.British Equestrian has unveiled a new Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, which includes six key strategic objectives outlined through research for Horses For All. More information on this plan here. How can you overcome the things that overwhelm you, especially when it comes to competitive environments? Coach Daniel Stewart has some advice in his latest Pressure Proof column for the USEA, and it involves things we can practice both in and out of the saddle. Read more here.Sponsor Corner: Morven Park Fall International & H.T.We cant wait to spend a day in the country with you next weekend at the Morven Park Fall International & H.T.! With eventing action and championships happening at multiple levels, a slew of awards on offer for top performers, and plenty of ways to enhance the spectator experience, this is truly a fall event not to be missed. Tailgate and VIP opportunities start at just $150, and you can secure your spot here and here.Video BreakGet excited for Morven Park with us!

US Equestrian has confirmed some additional changes to a forthcoming update to GR838, which deals with the reporting and handling of horse abuse incidents. Until December 1, 2024, the rule is written to cover reports of horse abuse at USEF-licensed or endorsed competitions only. This means that reports of abuse, or in the updated language provided for this rule, unethical treatment of horses that occur on private property do not currently fall under the USEFs jurisdiction.Related to recent reports of abusive behavior on the part of riders such as Cesar Parra in dressage and, later, Andrew McConnon in eventing, US Equestrian undertook an update to the rule that will expand its abilities to enforce this rule on private property. The update will not, however, apply retroactively, which means that reports of unethical behavior that are filed prior to December 1 will not qualify under this jurisdiction. Individuals who engage in unethical treatment of horsesregardless of locationare compromising the integrity of our sport and endangering its viability, sustainability, and public perception at a time when all equestrian sport, including USEF-governed breeds and disciplines, is under increasing scrutiny, US Equestrian wrote in a press release. Situations such as those that have come to light recently via social media are unacceptable. US Equestrian has heard your concerns and appreciates the courage it takes to report alleged incidents of cruelty to and abuse of our equine partners. We understand and share your frustration that, in many instances, we could not act on incidents that occurred outside of the competition environment.The current revisions to GR838 include replacing cruelty to and abuse of a horse with unethical treatment of a horse to more accurately reflect US Equestrians role as guardian of both sport and our horses.This revision will also see the rule applied anywhere unethical treatment is reported, regardless of whether it occurred at a USEF-licensed or endorsed competition. The rule does not give US Equestrian free rein to enter a persons property unannounced. Rather, we will continue to rely on you to report incidents of unethical treatment of the horse, the press release states. Once a report is received, US Equestrian will work diligently to interview witnesses with personal knowledge and authenticate any photographs, videos, or other physical evidence related to the alleged incident. This takes time. All allegations are taken seriously. While we are eager to hold wrongdoers accountable, fairness and the integrity of the process dictate that they have the opportunity to be heard and offer evidence in response.The time has come for the US Equestrian community to strengthen our existing leadership on this issue for the betterment of horses and equestrian sport. This also means that each of us must model exemplary behavior at all times. We believe the revisions to GR838, coupled with the existing process and procedures, protect both our horses and our members.

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Richard and Victoria Jones (@team.jones.equestrian)A very happy retirement beckons for stalwart five-star horse Alfies Clover, who weve so enjoyed seeing blazing around the Big Bs with Richard Jones in the irons. I love this post from Richard and his team, which really shows what a broad group effort it is to get a horse to this level. They really do form families around them, and were all so lucky to be in their orbit.Events Opening Today:Full Moon Farms Fall HT, The Event at TerraNovaEvents Closing Today:Hagyard Midsouth Three-day Event,MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill presented by Brown Advisory,Ram Tap National H.T., Windermere Run H.T.,Willow Draw Charity ShowNews & Notes from Around the World:Plenty of different fence profiles can be collapsible and now, trakehners join their ranks.Osberton International in the UK will debut a frangible trakehner at their venue next week in both the two-star and three-star courses. Heres how they made it work.Us horsey folks are, well, a touch unique.Or certainly, we all show up smelling quite unique in circumstances we probably oughtnt to, anyway. I enjoyed this ode to that special brand of horse-person looniness here, and I reckon youll get that little ripple of familiarity too.On that note, your family might not be as keen as you are on your horse habit.So how do you make it something you can all enjoy together? Is that even possible? Heres some food for thought.Recent incidents have prompted a change to some key wording in rule GR838 in the USEF rulebook.This is the rule that, specifically, focuses on the abuse and mistreatment of horses, and the rewrite will come into effect in December in a bid to better protect the equines within its remit. You can read the revision here.Sponsor Corner:Should you be adjusting your horses diet for seasonal changes? A horses dietary requirements can shift based on season, and there are a few things you can do to assess your current program and make adjustments as appropriate. Learn more with Kentucky Performance Products here.Watch This:Catch up with Moroccos Noor Slaoui after her history-making turn at the Paris Olympics:

Were thinking of those affected by Hurricane Helene, and will be looking out for opportunities to support communities impacted by the storm. We saw the weather impact a number of events throughout the country, with events like Jump Start opting to run their HT as a CT due to destruction on the cross country course.Congrats to these Weekend Winners for their safe, successful outings. As always, were giving an extra special shout out to the winner of our Unofficial Low Score Award, Gaylen Davis and Mojito RH, who scored a wildly impressive 10.7 in the Pre-Comp CT at Tomora H.T!Stable View Oktoberfest 2/3/4* & H.T. (SC): [Website][Scoring] View this post on InstagramA post shared by Tamie Smith Next Level Eventing _official (@tsmitheventing)CCI 4*S: Lucienne Bellissimo and Dyri (30.3)CCI 3*S: Cole Horn and MBF Cooley Permission To Land (34.7)CCI 2*S: Madison Temkin and Fernhill Bertus (30.5)Advanced: Emilie Mudd-Guy and Quite Nice 11 (56.2)Open Intermediate: Tik Maynard and SKM Lux Sonata (38.4)Open Preliminary A: Madeleine Scott and Crosbys Gold (38.8)Open Preliminary B: Kim Severson and Cooley Consort (31.9)Preliminary Rider: Lauren Hoover and Monbeg Capricorn (33.7)Modified Rider: Samantha Reinbold and Donald Drake (26.1)Open Modified: Lauren Lambert and FE Zardet (31.0)Open Training A: Jennie Jarnstrom-Dennis and RL Horus (24.1)Open Training B: Lily Barlow and Spiderman (22.4)Training Rider: Lauren Lindsay and FGF Nothing For Free (31.1)Novice Rider A: Alexis Sandstrom and Trip Code (30.6)Novice Rider B: Emmie Binfield and Henry (29.8)Open Novice A: Kimmy Cecere and Conquistador XC Z (26.9)Open Novice B: Madison Temkin and Prime Star (30.3)Beginner Novice Rider: Madeline Brechtel and Fernhill Sinatra (32.8)Open Beginner Novice: Kate Brown and Summer Rain (30.3) View this post on InstagramA post shared by Isabelle Bosley (@isabelle_bosley)Spokane Sport Horse 10th Annual Fall H.T. (WA): [Website][Scoring]View this post on InstagramA post shared by KCM Equine Photography (@kcm.equine)CCI 3*S: Paige Dinnie and Crown Royal (42.2)CCI 2*S: Nicole Aden and Illustrator (34.4)CCI 1*S: Anni Grandia-Dodson and HSH Cellesto (37.5)Open Intermediate: Harper Click and Graphite 54 (50.9)Open Preliminary: Jordan Linstedt and LS Crown Royal (37.4)Open Modified: Brianna Rasmussen and de la Renta (31.8)Training 3 Day: Marcy Freeman and Diamond Fusion (47.0)Junior Training: Alexis Johnson and Encore (30.7)Training Amateur: Tracey Trewin and Coby R (31.1)Open Training: Rachel Brickman and Deadwood Sage (27.6)Novice 3 Day: Nicolette Farenbaugh and Stadium Arcadium (43.9)Junior Novice: Teagan Ryan and Grey Moon Runner (25.7)Novice Amateur: Helena Poole and Four Feet of Snow (36.1)Open Novice: Helena Poole and Four Feet of Snow (29.7)Beginner Novice 3 Day: Mary Morris and Lilly (28.2)Junior Beginner Novice: Brenna Fulfs and Francesco (31.9)Beginner Novice Amateur A: Christine Jones and Graciella GWF (32.1)Beginner Novice Amateur B: Diane John and Boris (28.8)Open Beginner Novice: Sandra Donnelly and Black Hole Sun (28.8)Area VII Open Starter Championships: Virginia Bryant and King of the Bramble (30.1)Area VII Junior Starter Championships: Brickelle Miller and Merlin (31.5)Open Starter: Hilary Mourton and Falconwoods Ice N Easy (28.0) View this post on InstagramA post shared by Caroline Krepel |18| (@crk.events)Jump Start H.T. (KY): [Website][Scoring]View this post on InstagramA post shared by Spring Run Farm (@springrunstables)Open Preliminary A: Mia Farley and Nikita (24.5)Open Preliminary B: Alexa Thompson and Box Gambler (28.3)Preliminary Championships: Elizabeth Swire and Jagfly Js (24.8)Modified Championships: Stephanie Calendrillo and Dispatcher (30.7)Open Modified: Michael Nolan and Cooley Quickfire (27.8)Open Training: Holly Russell and Newton AK (32.1)Training Championships: Corinna Garcia and Schiller Nav (29.3)Training Horse: Macy Clark and Bailando (28.8)Training Rider A: Aubrey Whalen and Eden (28.8)Training Rider B: Emerson Padgett and MSH Giant JacKa (24.2)Novice Championships: Martha Denver and Indy rebel (24.2)Novice Horse A: Shannon Miller and Excel Star Cant Touch This (31.4)Novice Horse B: Katarzyna Jachymczyk and Sock Monkey (30.1)Novice Rider A: Madeline Binder and Carrafarm Be Mine (32.8)Novice Rider B: Marina Cable and Twenty Twice (32.8)Novice Rider C: Alicia Mallo and Who Goes There? (30.0)Novice Rider D: Riley Baker and Kyanite (23.1)Open Novice A: Mia Farley and Leroux (22.3)Open Novice B: Hannah Reeser and Ltl Ireland Summr Soldier (24.2)Beginner Novice Championships: Elliot Bizjak and NPressive (24.4)Beginner Novice Horse A: Jamie Allison and Tullyoran Silver Flash (29.9)Beginner Novice Horse B: Jamie Allison and Playboys Brilliance (33.1)Beginner Novice Rider A: Paige Williams and Terrapin (34.7)Beginner Novice Rider B: Tracy Gilman and Street Call (30.6)Beginner Novice Rider C: Katherine Naselsker and Foudroyant de Bellerose (26.6)Open Beginner Novice: Sydney Borne and Tiz Cause (26.9)Open Starter A: Kiera Delahanty and Silver Wend (23.0)Open Starter B: Stephanie Calendrillo and Underscore (24.3)Open Starter C: Brooke Bailey and Little Black Dress (28.7)Open Starter D: Clara King and Fools Gold inPiein (30.3)Open Starter E: Sophia Knott and Hazelrock Mystic (24.4)Starter Championships: Hannah Reeser and Little Ireland Illusion (23.7)View this post on InstagramA post shared by Sami Scig (@just.samiscig)Sundance Farm H.T. (WI): [Website][Scoring] View this post on InstagramA post shared by Becca Gall (@becca_gall)Open Preliminary: Rebecca Gall and Winning Attribute (45.9)Open Modified: Anna Banks and Primrose BMD (36.2)Open Training: Brad Hall and Montauk Blue (29.8)Training Rider: Debbie Knuth and Honky Tonk (41.4)Novice Rider Jr: Cora Riley and Marisoll (28.9)Novice Rider Sr: Kathryn Elliott and Duke of Wellington (31.2)Open Novice: Bernard Morauw and VC Questera (26.5)BNovice Rider Jr: Lily Boettner and Namibia (22.8)BNovice Rider Sr: Lucille OBrien and LSS Kabanova (25.3)Open BNovice: Audriana Ellis and CMF Realta (31.8)Starter Test Jr: Sienna Scherer and Reiny Day Blues (33.7)Starter Test Sr: Dawn Swingen and Beaus My Daddy (28.3)View this post on InstagramA post shared by Sundance Farm Horse Trial (@sundancefarmhorsetrial)Tomora H.T. (CO): [Website][Scoring]View this post on InstagramA post shared by Jennifer Weinland Bauer (@jennlynnbauer)Preliminary CT: Anna Cummings and Prince Eric (34.1)Modified/Training: Lindsay Wagner and Ardeo Elton (28.6)Open Training: Shaena Putnam and Zantango (35.6)Open Novice: Rowan Sisk and Fernhill Muse (34.2)Novice Amateur: Louise Walker and Get There John (33.0)Novice Junior: Kingzlee Osborne and Im All That (29.0)Open Beginner Novice: Anna Cummings and Fernhill Colano (26.9)Beginner Novice Amateur: Dana Jones and Three Counties (29.1)Beginner Novice Junior: Kingzlee Osborne and Fernhill Rodger That (25.9)Pre-Comp CT: Gaylen Davis and Mojito RH (10.7)Starter: Madeline Backus and P.S. Sir Balinor (32.3)Starter Junior: Olivia Reinsvold and Marvelous Millie (38.0)Starter Rider: Eryn Blakely and Hogs Hollow (36.3)ESDCTA New Jersey H.T. (NJ): [Website][Scoring] View this post on InstagramA post shared by Darrah Alexander (@darrahalexander)Open Intermediate: Michelle Koppin and Calcourt Valley (37.4)Open Preliminary: Kelley Hutchinson and Cascadella 8 (30.0)Modified A: Hanna Hansen and Excel Star Montgomery (25.7)Modified B: Caroline Pamukcu and HSH Afterglow (30.3)Open Training A: Olivia Dutton and Lincolns Address (29.8)Open Training B: Boyd Martin and Flirt (29.1)Training Rider: Avery Cascarino and Excel Star Quidams Cavalier (29.8)Novice Rider: Olivia Ford and Silver Ruby (28.9)Open Novice A: Olivia Dutton and Heartcore NL (26.7)Open Novice B: Sherry Pound and Gestalt (24.7)Beginner Novice Rider: Elizabeth Bales and B.E. Balou U (29.4)Open Beginner Novice: Ryan Wood and Running Wave (27.2)Starter: Holly Payne Caravella and Rock Illusion (30.3) View this post on InstagramA post shared by Olivia Ford (@oford90)View this post on InstagramA post shared by Lillian Heard Wood (@lillian.j.heard.eventing)Old Tavern H.T. (VA): [Website][Scoring] View this post on InstagramA post shared by Erin Gilmore Photography (@eringilmorephotos)Open Preliminary 1: Lindsay Kelley and Fashionable Man (32.4)Open Preliminary 2: Sophia Middlebrook and Delaroche Glenniston (34.0)Preliminary Rider: Claire Allen and Crazy Choice (37.3)Open Modified: Alexandra Wikstrom and Viking Navigator (33.3)Modified Rider: Corrine Fuller and Northern Quest Lioness (40.0)Training Rider Senior: Emma Tuit and Call Me Joe (29.4)Open Training 1: Meghan ODonoghue and Uvera Z (29.7)Training Junior: Callie Snow and Botshabelo MVH Z (30.8)Open Training 2: Sara Kozumplik and FE Melody (26.4)Open Novice Saturday: Dara Legg and Mr. Brown (31.9)Novice Horse: Tim Bourke and Tangible Quality (31.7)Open Novice: Hailey Gahan and Bombay Original (33.1)Novice Rider Senior 1: Caroline Cooke and Moonlit Troll (34.2)Novice Rider Senior 2: Andrea Cushing and Gargamellow (32.2)Novice Rider Junior: Katelyn Good and Tiddlywinks (35.0)Beginner Novice Rider Senior 1: Jacqueline Lopour and Ardeo Emperor (31.2)Beginner Novice Rider Senior 2: Jessica Sappenfield and Island Dancer (32.4)Beginner Novice Horse: Sophia Middlebrook and Just Ducky (31.8)Open Beginner Novice: Erin Murphy and Hemisphere (31.2)Beginner Novice Rider Junior: Lillian Weidner and Just Keep Swimming (31.5)Open Starter: Jocelyn Myers and Mae be Dreaming (39.5)Starter Rider: Martha Hummer and Win Chimes (56.7)Pre-Starter: Inna Dzekunova and Beorn (40.7)Fleur de Leap H.T. (LA): [Website][Scoring]Training: Ava McWilliams and Going For Gold (37.6)Novice A: Madyx Guidry and Luxembourg RDF (30.0)Novice B: Brandy Combs and Shakah Caan (29.2)Beginner Novice A: Bailey Thibodeaux and This Buds Fer Me (30.9)Beginner Novice B: Anabelle Hebert and Docs Little Brown (31.6)Introductory: Kaelin Hanks and Sparkling Water (28.8)Starter: Lori Tucker and Vintage Class (25.7)Course Brook Farm Fall H.T. (MA): [Website][Scoring] View this post on InstagramA post shared by Oakendale Farm LLC (@oakendalefarmllc)Modified/Training: Susan Gornall and Super Steve (29.1)Open Training: Elisabeth Libby and Irish Silk (30.2)Training Rider Junior: Siri Carr and Foxtrot Treacle (39.8)Novice Rider Junior A: Megan Cavanaugh and Life on Top (35.8)Novice Rider Junior B: Sophia Ford and Benefit of the Doubt (34.4)Novice Rider Senior: Kathryn Wakeman and Boracay Wonder (33.6)Open Novice: Morgan Princiotta and Oliver Twist (30.8)Beginner Novice Rider Junior A: Cathlene Clark and A Matter of Splatter (39.1)Beginner Novice Rider Junior B: Merritt Sheffield and Arden Juliet (30.0)Beginner Novice Rider Senior A: Erin Palumbo and Indys Gold (34.2)Beginner Novice Rider Senior B: Caitlin Dwyer and Shadow of Night (23.1)Open Beginner Novice: Nancy Roche and Saphyra (22.5)Open Starter: Erin Renfroe and Rebel Mountain Clover Crystal (40.7)Starter Rider Junior A: Molly Grant and Pleased as Punch (34.5)Starter Rider Junior B: Adele Meunier and Hogan (23.7)View this post on InstagramA post shared by Olivia Alminde (@olivialminde)

Team Belgium at the podium of the FEI Eventing Nations Cup 2024 in Lignires (FRA). (L-R) Lara de Liedekerke-Meier; Senne Vervaecke; Wouter de Cleene; Seppe Vilain. FEI/ Libby Law PhotographyA challenging cross country course meant that the FEI Eventing Nations Cup at Lignires (FRA) was never going to rest on dressage scores. The Belgian teams prowess in both jumping phases gave them their first Nations Cup victory of the season in the penultimate leg the FEI Eventing Nations Cup in French soil.They finished on a score of 143.9 after three of their four riders jumped double clears in the jumping and cross country phases. The other two teams competing were Great Britain and France but they lagged far behind in second and third respectively with scores of 1084.90 and 1108.60, after both teams lost two riders each to eliminations or withdrawals.Team Belgium moved their way up the leaderboard from last in the dressage to second after the jumping, rounding it off with a victory after three solid cross country performances around this demanding course. This was particularly impressive given their most experienced team member Lara de Liedekerke-Meier was eliminated on her mare Hooney DArville, while Steppe Vilain was best of the Belgians on Kawa de la Cour Z. They finished with a double clear and just 12-time penalties and look a promising combination for the future.BEL-Seppe Vilain rides Kawa de la Cour Z during cross country for the FEI Eventing Nations Cup. Photo: FEI/Libby Law PhotographySense Vervaecke jumped a double clear with the 13-year-old mare Google Van Alsingen with whom she competed at various FEI European Championships. The pair had 14.8cross country time penalties. Wouter de Cleese riding the 14-year-old Holstein mare Quintera, made up the Belgian quartet. They put in a solid performance to jumped clear in both phases with 19.2 time penalties in the Cross-Country.Former Olympian Kai-Steffan Meier is the Team Manager for the Belgian team and summed up his teams performance: It was a very strong cross country course and the ground was a factor due to the rain. After a good and solid dressage and jumping performance, I am obviously delighted with three clear rounds on the cross country. That this put us on the top of the podium is the cherry on the cake.In this CIC4* short format competition, the cross country saw a number well-seasoned equine and human athlete combinations have faults or eliminations, a stiff track designed by Pierre Le Goupil, course designer at the last Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Jumping faults were peppered around the course, but the early part of the track was particularly eventful for some athletes. The cross country clock also proved hard to beat, with no participants jumping clear inside the time.The Nations Cup Series now moves to The Netherlands were once again the prestigious Boekelo will play host to the final of this popular Series from October 10-13, which will run as a long format four-star competition. Despite a disappointing experience at their home event, France continues to lead the overall standing on 370 points.FEI Nations Cup Lignires (France):[Website] [Results] [Live Stream Replays]

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Little Downham Horse Trials (@littledownhamht)Theres been a whole heck of a lot of eventing over the weekend and heres a recap of the section winners at Englands Little Downham Horse Trials, which tends to be a choice prep run for Paus CCI5*. Top of our list of poignant wins at the Cambridgeshire fixture? A CCI3* victory for Jesse Campbell and Speedwell, who he took on from wife Georgie after her tragic passing earlier this year. Go get em, our lad.National Holiday:Its International Podcast Day! To celebrate,heres a recent one from our pals at Eventing Weekly arguably our sports silliest pod offering.U.S. Weekend Action:Stable View Oktoberfest 2/3/4* & H.T. (SC):[Website][Results]Spokane Sport Horse 10th Annual Fall H.T. (WA): [Website] [Results]Jump Start H.T. (KY): [Website] [Results]Sundance Farm H.T. (WI): [Website] [Results]Tomora H.T. (CO): [Website][Results]ESDCTA New Jersey H.T. (NJ): [Website] [Results]Old Tavern H.T. (VA): [Website][Results]Fleur de Leap H.T. (LA): [Website][Results]Course Brook Farm Fall H.T. (MA): [Website] [Results]Major International Events:FEI Nations Cup Lignires (France): [Website] [Results]Your Monday Reading List:Need a bit of escapism on this rainy Monday morning?Head to Indonesia with Gemma Redrup ofHorse&Hound, who enjoyed the press trip of dreams riding native ponies in the surf of Sumba. Just dont read the nitty gritty about costs, nestled into the end of the piece, too closely. Head to the beach here.I unapologeticallyadore Jilly Cooper.Yes, some of her jokes are a little bit, well,of her generation.Sure, some of her heartthrobs are actual total shits. Yes, the whole thing is deeply silly and summarily makes fun of every layer of the British class system. And you know what? If you take it with a pinch of salt, her oeuvre is nearly-perfect fluffy reading, andRiders is practically must-read stuff for entry into the British horse scene. (I listen to the audiobook of it every time Im in the lorry, confessed a male five-star rider to me recently.) The Guardian sat down with the Dame of Dirty Books to find out more about here. You know this is going to be brilliant when the 87-year-old starts off proceedings by asking her interviewer if hes good in bed.Okay, okay, onto some serious stuff.Are you thinking about putting on a clinic or several! this winter? Done right, these can be great earners and brilliant educational experiences for all the participants. But its not quite as simple as just picking a big name and putting a date in the diary. USEA has plenty of tips for really robust clinic-planning, and theyll be a massive help while you flesh out those winter plans. Check them out here.And finally, a heart warmer.Im always a sucker for a good Century Club story, because theyre so often brilliantly multilayered and such a wonderful showcase of why we all love this sport on such an innate level. And this one, featuring two friends who joined the Club together? Well, thats even better, because theres something really special about the enduring power of female friendship, and especially lifelong horse-girl friendship. I dare you not to fall in love with these two women and their sweet horses.Morning Viewing:Lignieres Nations Cup cross-country, in full? Oh, go on then.

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Stable View (@stableviewaiken)On the eve of the first night of Oktoberfest, Hurricane Helene hit Aiken. When the sun rose in the morning there was no power, no running water, and most roads were impassable. Aiken was left in the path of destruction with downed trees and power lines. Stable View itself was littered with fallen trees, destroyed gazebos, and debris. However, with the hard work of many officials and volunteers, Stable View was quickly cleaned up (at least enough to be able to run competition). By Friday evening, the cross country course looked as good as new thanks to the efforts of many volunteers and competitors who pitched in during the clean-up process. As a result of the hurricane the decision was made to cancel competition on Friday. Stable Views secretary worked for hours on end to recreate the schedule in the format of a two-day show. After almost finishing she had to make amendments due to the curfew that was put in place by Aiken County. This curfew prohibited any non-essential workers from being on the roads from 7:30 pm Friday night until 7:30 am Saturday morning. Due to this new schedule the FEI Divisions as well as the Advanced, Intermediate, and Preliminary divisions ran as one-days today with Modified riders completing their dressage. In the CCI4*-S, Lucienne Bellissimo held the lead from start to finish with Horse Scout Eventings Dyri. She started with a 26.3 in dressage before jumping double clear over Chris Barnards show jumping track. On cross country, Lucienne managed to only add four time penalties to finish on a 30.3. Initially placed in second, Phillip Dutton and The Possante Groups Possante finished in fourth after taking his time around Helen Wests cross country. Lucienne was in third place following dressage and show jumping. After also adding some time she finished in fifth with Tremanton. Canadian Lindsay Traisnel and Bacyrouge ultimately finished in second after being the fastest cross country ride of the day coming in eight seconds over optimum time. Aiken-based Emily Hamel and Corvett rounded out the top three on their score of 40.8.In the CCI3*-S, Cole Horn and MBF Cooley Permission To Land made their way up the leaderboard after initially starting in 11th. After double clear show jumping and cross country rounds they finished in first on a 34.7. After making the long haul from California, Tamie Smith added a second and third place finish to her resume, with Pierres Farceur du Bochard finishing second and Sumas Tina Turner finishing third. Madison Temkin and Fernhill Bertus won the CCI2*-S on their dressage score of 30.5. Phillip Dutton and Cooley Starship finished second adding only 2.8 time penalties on Helen Wests course on a 33.8. Cole Horn had a good day in the office; after winning the three-star he finished in third place in the two-star on The Wellerman with a score of 34.1. In light of everything Stable View extends their thoughts to everyone who has been affected by Hurricane Helene. Stable View hopes that this show gives some feeling of normalcy for riders, grooms, and their families. We hope this can be used as a light at what will be a long period of clean-up.Stable View Oktoberfest 2/3/4* & H.T. (SC):[Website] [Scores]

Tim Bourke and Monbeg Libertine. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.EN Readers have been busy! Our friends at STRIDER tallied up the most popular Whats Happening Horse Shows & educational outings for August 2024, and its an impressive list. From competing at Horse Trials to learning from Olympic medalists, here are the most popular activities in our EN community. Looking to get your event into StriderPros Top 10 and make a lasting impression? Eventing Nation has a proven track record of helping event organizers like you achieve incredible results. Events that have partnered with us have seen their social media reach soar by over 200%all while offloading their content and promotional needs to us.Learn more about our Eventing Nation media packages here.A special shout-out to the organizers, riders, and volunteers who make Whats Happening events possible. Each one got more rider views and filled up faster than you can say 3-2-1Have a Great Ride!Whats Happening The Top 10 Horse Shows On StriderProAugust 2024#1. Goldens Bridge Hounds North Country Pace August 27th, 2024 at Meri-Mac Farm (NY)#2. Windchase XC Derby August 24th, 2024 at Windchase Farm (VA)#3. VHSA Hunter Jumper Show at Beverly II Summer Premiere Series August 24th, 2024 at Beverly Equestrian (VA) #4. Dunmovin Dressage Days I August 22nd, 2024 at Devon Show Grounds and Country Fair (PA)#5. Azrael Acres Horse Trials August 24th, 2024 at Azrael Acres (MA)#6. Grand Farms End of Summer XC Derby August 24th, 2024 at Grand Farms (WA)#7. MDA Schooling Show-August-Harford County Equestrian Center August 27th, 2024 at Harford County Equestrian Center (MD)#8. Oak Spring Equestrian Working Equitation Schooling Show September 21st, 2024 at Oak Spring Equestrian, LLC (MD)#9. Turner Farm Summer Horse Trials, CT, and Dressage Show August 25th, 2024 at Turner Farm Park (VA)#10. Rolling Hills Ranch Combined Test & Dressage Show August 17th, 2024 at Rolling Hills Ranch (MD)Whats Happening The Top 10 Educational Events on StriderAugust#1. Daniel Stewart Clinic Riding Clinic, Sports Psychology Seminar, Rider Fitness Workshop & Bootcamp!August 25-26th, 2024 at Buffalo Run Equestrian Center (PA)#2. LandSafe Clinic- Split Elm Equestrian Center August 31-September 1, 2024 Split Elm Equestrian Center (NJ)#3. Clinic with 4* Eventer Alex Conrad- Saturday September 7th, 2024 at Wyndham Oaks (MD)#4. Positive Reinforcement Training Lecture with Dr. Anna Boger September 12th, 2024 at Beaux Reves Equestrian (PA)#5. Clinic with Michael Alway August 10th, 2024 at Wyndham Oaks (MD)#6. 2024 Waredaca Expert Show Jump Day July 13-14th, 2024 at Mane Gait Equestrian Center (VA)#7. Tim Bourke Clinic at Covered Bridge Farm August 13th, 2024 at Waredaca (MD)#8. Introduction Working Equitation Clinic September 14th, 2024 at OH Stables (OH)#9. Classic 3-Day Endurance Day Prep Clinic September 22nd, 2024 at Pleasant Prospect Farm (MD)#10. Lillian Heard at Copeland Farms August 24th-25th, 2024 at Copeland Farms (MN)Want to see your activity make the Top 10 on StriderPro?Check out tips here!