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Greenwich Olympic stadium: work in progress
Quiet weekend for the construction of the Olympic equestrian facilities in London’s Greenwich Park.
Category: Blogs
Sodden Badminton not much chop without horses
Planning an entire trip around Badminton proved fruitless for a Kiwi traveller.
The uncomfortable question around the Grand National
No-one disputes the assertion that the death toll from the race is unacceptable.
How safe is equestrian sport in the Olympic movement?
By Neil Clarkson on Feb 23, 2012 in Olympic Games
It may surprise some equestrian fans to know that the sport’s part in the Olympics is by no means guaranteed, even though its games history spans 100 years.
Beau Jacques case not only sad, but worrying
By Laurie Dixon on Jan 23, 2012 in Horse slaughter
The sad demise of former racehorse Beau Jacques will upset any horse lover.
The male survivor’s guide to “War Horse”
By Lewis Whitehall on Jan 10, 2012 in Comment
Many blokes can get out of seeing so-called chick flicks by suggesting their partner takes a girlfriend while they go to the pub.
Horse-trading and the Olympics
By Laurie Dixon on Jan 05, 2012 in Olympic Games
When I was younger, the Olympic Games were the domain of amateur athletes. It was a noble ideal, but not without its problems. The line between an amateur athlete and a professional was always a little blurred.
Buy the horse, not an illusion
By CAC on Jan 04, 2012 in Equestrian Sports
Smart food shoppers know two rules: don’t shop when you’re hungry, and “buy the steak, not the sizzle”.
Could this be the horse case of the century?
By Neil Clarkson on Sep 07, 2011 in Horse Racing
Former Sydney Turf Club chairman Bruce McHugh has boldly gone where no man has gone before – at least in recent times.
Observations and comments on London 2012
By Lulu Kyriacou on Jul 20, 2011 in Olympic Games
The sun shone, the iconic view sparkled and those attending had a lovely time at the test event for the 2012 Olympic Equestrian phases at Greenwich Park.
Eventing at its best – or was it?
By Lulu Kyriacou on Jul 12, 2011 in Comment
The CIC *** at Barbury Castle in England is a great example of British Eventing at its best. A gorgeous venue provided by Nigel Bunter, who is a great supporter of eventing and racing, a dedicated team of organisers and loyal sponsors who have ensured the prize money is attractive.
Geldoff: My big fat Royal wedding!
Dear Wills and Kate, It is hard to hide my disappointment at the failure of my wedding invitation to arrive. One can only assume it got lost in the mail. The presence of a dashing grey gelding from Down Under would have added much to the occasion, I feel. I had my bit and bridle [...]
Why is this FEI reform stuff a big deal?
By Neil Clarkson on Apr 20, 2011 in Equestrian Sports
Why should your average horse owner get excited about FEI reform?
Akaash Maharaj … now that’s interesting
By Neil Clarkson on Apr 15, 2011 in Equestrian Sports
The equestrian world is a big place, so you’re forgiven if you have never heard of Akaash Maharaj.
Grand National: Let’s cut through the crap
By Laurie Dixon on Apr 11, 2011 in Horse Racing
The deaths in the Grand National have made headlines around the world, and for good reason.
Horsetalk is back!
By Neil Clarkson on Feb 24, 2011 in Comment
Horsetalk swung back into operation this morning after this week’s devastating earthquake that tore apart the heart of nearby Christchurch City.
Mare pursued by helicopter: is this reasonable?
By Laurie Dixon on Feb 11, 2011 in Horse abuse and other nasties
Multiple interests are at play in the debate over wild horses.
Sending a message to the horse world
By Felicity Foxhunter on Feb 07, 2011 in Equestrian Sports
After a terribly busy weekend whizzing from one event to another, and trudging through an enormous pile of emails, I am ready to offer my thoughts on the issue that is on the lips of everyone in the equestrian world. The answer is puce. That is the colour of the coming equestrian season – retailers [...]
Let’s thrash out this whip issue
By Neil Clarkson on Feb 01, 2011 in Horse Racing
A few months back I suggested that newspaper editors use some caution when their racing writers want to leap to the defence of their sport.
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