CSI 3* and CSIYH1* Bexley Park | Results
Welcome to Bexley Park Equestrian Center, an all new competition center in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. The city's old and derelict main station building has finally found a new use: where trains once arrived and left is today a grand prix arena that hosts the world's elite equestrian athletes. The surrounding area has transformed into show and exhibition grounds, with several arenas in- and outside, stabling and boarding opportunities, grandstands, a food court and a shopping area. It's neighboured by the property of Bexley Riding Center.
With its inaugural show, Bexley Park wants to celebrate new beginnings - thus, we feature a roster of young horse classes alongside CSI 3* competitions for their more seasoned counterparts.
But it's not all about new beginnings. On Sunday evening, we will also bid farewell to famous gelding BLS Estoy de Revel, who will be sent into his well deserved retirement by owner Frederic Cherbourg, current rider Summer Sutherland, former riders Dick Turs and Newton Wells and groom Paige Brayfield.
Location: Bexley Park Equestrian Center, Christchurch, New Zealand
Date: January 20th-22nd, 2023
Weather: Sunny to cloudy, no rain expected, with temperatures ranging between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius/ 59 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit
DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: February 5th, 2023
Full RNG event | each class will be filled up with "ghost" competitors to reach ten entrants
Entries can show whatever part of the competition you want - riding the course, warm up, vet check, behind-the-scenes - as long as both horse and rider are present
Minimum requirements for entries: at least half-body, visibly finished artwork (no sketches), full background, no faceless riders, no reusing backgrounds/lineart
Collaborations are allowed | in that case two horses + two riders are allowed to share one entry
No pre-registration required, submit your entry via comment on this journal
We aren't asking for "image proof" of previous experience, but please be reasonable in your horses' and riders' backstory.
Please add the following info to the description of your entry: Horse's and rider's name and age, rider's nationality, name of the class you're entering
open to realistic and fantasy breeds
If a rule isn't in here it likely doesn't exist, go wild, this is a 100% chill&fun show
This might be an RNG show, but we don't want it to have the character of your typical RNG/ "mini" event. What we love about RNG is that it's so liberating - we can use it to collab, experiment with medium, style, colour, technique. We want to promote the creation of meaningful art and self-improvement outside of the circle of "effort" shows that often create an environment of pressure and limit creativity with their rigid rules. Of course we can't tell you what to do, and our RNG shows are just as well here to easily supply horses with XP, but that's our vision behind all these shows at least (: Have fun and be kind!
Bexley Park features two exciting classes for the up-and-coming stars of the future. The TCC Syndicate is sponsoring a special prize for the breeder of the young horse that shows the most potential and promise: a foal by the young stallion ZIGGY STARDUST out of the 5* performance mare OOPSIE DAISY.
The CSIYH 1* classes are held in the "Avon" outside arena.
CLASS 101 | Friday, 11am | TCC Youngsters Cup for 4-5 year olds | Obstacle height: 1.00 - 1.10m
CLASS 102 | Saturday, 11am | TCC Youngsters Cup for 6-7 year olds | Obstacle height: 1.20 - 1.30m
The other international classes are classified under the CSI3* event code. Bexley Park offers a number of classes sponsored by regional companies. The week's highlight will be the Grand Prix presented by Edson on Sunday afternoon.
The CSI3* classes are held in the main indoor arena inside the Old Train Station.
CLASS 201 | Friday, 3pm | Waterlock Insurances Prize | Table A against the clock | Obstacle height: 1.45m
CLASS 202 | Saturday, 3pm | T&S Cup | Table C class | Obstacle height: 1.40m
CLASS 203 | Sunday, 4pm | CSI 3* Grand Prix presented by Edson | Table A GP with jump off | Obstacle height: 1.50m
Map of the showgrounds
Some very sloppily done manips to give you a feel of the surroundings - the reference for the train station building is Amsterdam Centraal Station, the reference for the inside train hall is Antwerpen Centraal Station, the reference for the insides of the station building is the central station of Wellington, NZ. Feel free to google and reference these buildings if you want to feature them in your entries!
Inside arenas in the old train station building
Main outside arena "Avon" with the train station building in the background
Inside of the train station building has this style:
Guide to Showjumping Rules and Classes
CLASS 101 | TCC Youngsters Cup for 4-5 year olds
Daniel Prendergast (NZL) and WSJ Hurricane
Laura McCall (NZL) and Be Mine
Philip Forsyth (AUS) and Henton Nikama
Rylee Small (NZL) and Gold Locks
Maurice Webb (NZL) and Soprano
Olivia Newsom (NZL) and Double Whoopy
Leon Ward (NOR) and BRS Spring Blossoms
Sally Beal (NZL) and Waitangi IMAK
Nathan Hargrave-Tyrell (GBR) and Topsails
Leeshelle McFarlane (NZL) and Kingslea Couture
CLASS 203 | CSI 3* Grand Prix presented by Edson
Kristen Foster (USA) and Bravado
Tegan Scott (NZL) and Resolution
Sophie Reid (USA) and Serv Evil Acetoma
Mark Ingalls (NZL) and Le Petit Prince
Nathan Hargrave-Tyrell (GBR) and Black Sails
Daniel Prendergast (NZL) and Haupouri Drama Z
Philip Forsyth (AUS) and Henton Cappuccino
Summer Sutherland (IRL) and BLS Estoy de Revel
Kathryn Lammers (NZL) and Central Park
Samantha Blundell (NZL) and Balboa
SPECIAL EVENT | Retirement Ceremony of BLS Estoy de Revel
JUDGES' CHOICE | Chosen by Fibonacho and Shotechi - our favourite piece of the TCC Youngsters Cup was Infersea's entry "Bexley Park 101"
Your prize: the foal "TCC Space Oddity"! Please note the rules written on the sta.sh file - we're excited to see this little boy develop with you!
Ribbons for places 1-3, Blankets for the winners (Will come tomorrow, we wanted to get the results up asap!)
"TCC Space Oddity" as a JUDGES' CHOICE prize across both TCC Youngsters Cup classes.
Image sources: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | google maps
This event is brought to you by @Fibonacho and Shotechi
Hey guys!
You know I'm absolutely obsessed with showjumping, esp the neverending quest to make my stories feel as realistic as possible. Through writing and hosting events I've accumulated a bunch of knowledge that I thought would be fun to share!
I'm a bit absent at the moment but I've noticed a sort of trend to include some of the real life aspects in HARPG events in recent times. Maybe even since the HCL? xD But I thought, if people want to use those elements, they might want to do it correctly (the FEI star system is not what you think it is)
If you're interested, here's a document I've started to write over a year ago - it's unfinished but there's already more than enough information to make it worth your while. Please also read the disclaimer at the top of the document - the whole thing is not directed at anybody, it's not meant as criticism or snark, it's just meant for people who like learning about the nitty, gritty details of the sport and share all the resources I have been and am using.
Open for suggestions/corrections/feedback!
Table of Contents
2.4 Power and Skill Competitions
2.7 Competition with Winning Round
3.5 Longines Ranking
3.8 World Cups and World Cup Finals
3.9.2 Global Champions League
3.9.3 Rolex Grand Slam
3.9.2 Major League
4 National Competitions
5.1 The official FEI schedules
5.2 The FEI Calendar + The FEI Database
& more
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nWk24aH3Lvz_qkRhDvrfEEPP0TkuWm05rBEXn47dJvA/edit#
CROSBY CHRONOLOGY
Since I've begun in my stories to jump through time like mad, I thought I'd create this summary/overview of all of the stories that have to do with the Crosby clan - that is, starting with the 2018 HCL story, where they first came into existance, through my 2019 "magnum opus" down to everything that comes after.
My characters age in real time and I wouldn't change it for anything in the world - I love seeing them grow and grow up. But that makes it completely chaotic, especially since the entirety of my story project happens in 2019 and I'm only a third through with it, and still want to tell you what is happening to them right now.
In that spirit, I present to you, a big summary of the entire storyline and nearly everything that happened to these characters - as it is revealed -, in chronological order. Enjoy 
CHARACTERS
Peter Crosby - b. 1964 - Ex professional showjumper, now coach and part owner of Crosby Stables, Peter had his breakthrough late in his career thanks to the exceptional stallion Hemsbury Connelly.
Catherine Crosby - b. 1962 - Professional eventer, wife of Peter.
James Crosby - b. 1991 - eldest son of Peter and Catherine, part owner of Crosby Stables and part founder of the TCC Syndicate. James was never blessed with talent and late to give showjumping a chance but through hard work was able to establish himself among the international scene.
Angie Crosby - b. 1991 - James' twin sister, also a professional showjumper and part of an eventing venture at Oak Brooke Stables in Scotland. Angie left the family and the USA due to repeated fierce disagreements with Peter.
Henry Crosby - b. 2001 - The youngest sibling, and the one most negatively affected by the performance pressure unconsciously set up by his successful older siblings and especially his father, who saw his talent and wanted him to have the best possible entry to the top levels of the sport.
Remy Thibodeau - b. 1976 - Canadian showjumper. Remy studied architecture and slid into the equestrian career after half a life of amateur competition. He met his then-wife Georgia at Spruce Meadows, moved to NY to start a professional career in showjumping and work for Crosby Stables - where he happened to start a family.
Georgia Thibodeau - b. 1981 - Remy's wife. Georgia started her equestrian career as a groom for Crosby Stables, then went on to compete, but not for very long, as she always liked teaching more.
Perine and Noemi Thibodeau - b. 2011 & 2016 - Their daughters.
Émile - b. 2019 - Their foster child.
Story folders in chronological order:
Loving Learning Winning Losing
TIMELINE
September 2007
Remy and Georgia meet for the first time, at Spruce Meadows.
Remy eventually starts working at CS as well, and two years later they marry.
2010-2011
Peter takes the twins Jim and Angie to Europe for their first overseas show seasons. They befriend Chloé Comtois, daughter of Peter's biggest rival Pierre Comtois. Jim - crushing hard - ends up challenging Chloé's boyfriend to a fight and that ends the good times.
2014
Peter has a freak accident that ends his showjumping career at the age of 50
Lowly Deserter | Angie and Peter clash once again. That’s no news for Henry, but why does he always have to be the cause of his sister’s anger against their father? A fun game turns into something that will mark the beginning of a changed life.
February 2018
James prepares for the first season of the HARPG Champions League that his father, Peter Crosby, has called into existance. He meets another competitor, Summer Sutherland, who rides a horse he knows: Caddy. Once a promising favourite of his, Caddy had developed a refusal problem so his father sold him, which Jim had always held against him.
June 2018
At the London stop of the HARPG Champions League, his sister Angela reveals to Jim that she will leave the USA for good and base herself in Europe instead.
Angie arrives at Oak Brooke Stables in Scotland.
July 2018
James and Summer start dating.
September 2018
Georgia reveals to Remy that they will have another baby.
James starts digging into the circumstances of Caddy's trauma - and eventually finds out his father and a lack of clear communication is responsible for it.
October 2018
Still angry, James avoids his home and visits Summer in California instead. They decide he will ride the HCL finals on Caddy. At the finals, they argue: Summer has her doubts about the relationship and Jim realizes she means more to him than he intended to let happen.
December 2018
Jim and Summer eventually go separate ways.
January 2019
Bad News | Remy is finally ready to tell Georgia about a passion project of his, but Georgia has her own problems today: Having just come back from a doctor’s appointment, she reveals that their unborn baby is severely sick and might not survive.
February 2019
Wellington | Both Jim and Henry are called to represent their country in the Nations Cup of Florida: Henry as part of the Young Riders and Jim in his first appearance as part of the Senior team. On his birthday, Henry gets rejected by his crush, suffers an anxiety attack and delivers the drop score for his team.
Let It Rain On This Parade | Meanwhile, Jim’s experience is a lot more positive: with a beautiful clear round, he helps the US on the podium. Henry begrudges him the success and fears his father’s disappointment.
No Matter What They Tell You | A month before delivery, Remy is trying to keep not only his own spirits up but also support his wife, who is significantly affected by the baby's precarious state.
Angie transfers to SvLS in Switzerland.
March 2019
Progeny | Jim and Henry are competing at Pemberley Show Park. Henry has problems keeping his stallion Curtain Call in check and is battling his inner demons again. Jim meets his best friend.
Fly High, Fall Deep | While finalizing a new employment, Peter nearly misses James’ round in the 4* Grand Prix - but he’s’ just in time to witness a horrible fall with an outcome that reminds him of himself.
Paralyzed | Bereft of brother’s and father’s support, Henry can’t cope with his anxieties and, after a double refusal, is eliminated from his class.
At A Crossroads | Jim has just been released from hospital - his knee is badly broken and he is reluctant to get accustomed to his new life. Remy tries to help and be a support, but his life is about to change as well: Georgia has gone into labour.
Laurie | Little Laurie is born, but struggles to survive. Georgia tells Remy to pray but he doesn’t know how, and he’s several times prompted to make decisions which upsets him. Eventually, they have to say goodbye to their newborn daughter.
Pieux Mensonges | Remy is reluctant and scared to tell his children the truth about Laurie. Together they go pick up Georgia from the hospital, and again Remy dodges the confrontation, causing them to argue. The revelation is postponed. In his office, Remy reveals plans for a house he’s dreamed of building for his family, but with the recent developments, he’s forced to give that up.
Un Ocean de Larmes | Un Autre Jeu | Georgia decides to tell her girls the truth, with or without Remy’s help. Perine is as devastated as expected, but Noemi struggles to understand, so Remy makes up a little story to explain things to her. However that goes a little wrong, and so Noemi is now fiercely convinced her little sister is living on the moon. Peter offers Remy to ride Hergest Ridge, alluring him with a potential 5* win and the prospect of winning enough money to make his dream come true after all.
April 2019
Legacy | A Day Like Any Other | Henry has applied to college in secret to escape his father’s control, but his life crumbles when the last rejection letter arrives. Joining a group training, he must witness what he reads as his brother flirting with his new crush, the new team member Georgie, and on top of that he’s failing in the lesson as well and has to endure his father’s increasing bad mood.
Walls | In her position as Equine Sports Therapist, Angie is called to take a look at Blake’s stallion Tovi. Being asked about her family situation, she is afraid to open up - and then she gets a phone call from her brother. Henry has tried to kill himself.
But Water Runs Deeper | Winning a speed class in Vienna is one of Angie’s biggest successes to date. A reporter makes the mistake to hint at her brother’s suicide attempt, and Angie takes the chance to get back at her father: she blames him for the near-tragedy and reveals his “inhumane” methods - however, her memories and accusations are severely coloured by her hatred for Peter.
The Fall Of Peter Crosby | Angie’s actions cause a severe hit to Crosby Stables and drive the family even further apart. Catherine confronts Peter, who struggles to understand what has happened and fails to see his fault in the matter.
Into Daylight | For Henry, the world after his attempted suicide is new and strangely fascinating. He’s set in front of an impossible task: to take up where he left off, and find a sense of purpose again. In Georgie, he finds a kindred spirit.
Coeur À Coeur | La Fille Sur La Lune | Remy struggles to come to terms with what’s happened; Henry continues to prey on his mind. Georgia tries to comfort him, but his weak emotional state is starting to take a toll on her. When a new foal arrives, things look more hopeful for a while. After all, why would a star be afraid of the dark?
May 2019
Big Boots | Jim struggles with everything: his injury and recovery, his new duties and responsibilities, and the fact that his sister seems to revel in their misery. Their disagreement causes the twins to fall out for the first time ever.
Quand Dieu Parle | Recent events have caused a crisis of faith in Remy; Georgia, however, still finds solace and support at church. She hears of a newborn baby in need of a foster family and believes this is God calling her to action.
T’Écoutes | A Star With A Kink | When Georgia explains the idea to foster little Émile to her husband, Remy is unsure about the idea. He still clings to Laurie and has trouble letting go, while Georgia seeks desperately for a distraction and an occupation. Not even Noemi wants to cooperate when the social worker arrives for a home assessment.
My Enemy’s Enemy | Angie’s streak of success breaks when her competition horse falls lame. Old acquaintances lead to new opportunities.
European Dream | Jim is torn between filling his father’s shoes and the desire to do things his own way: should he stick to tradition and stay in the US or ship the team overseas for a more exciting summer circuit? When Henry asks an important question, the two brothers experience a rare moment of connection.
PT is for Pain and Torture | Catherine has her own difficulties with the familial problems, but her son James doesn’t offer the reassurance she is looking for. Jim, on the other hand, is soon distracted when a door to the past opens and a long lost friend steps into his life again.
Un Homme Fort | The team has transferred to Europe for their first overseas show, but Remy doubts that he should have accepted the ride on Hergest Ridge in the first place. When Georgia calls he realises that things at home are close to falling apart if he doesn’t soon begin to be the strong father his family needs and deserves.
June 2019
Rechute | Finally, Remy’s athletic performance improves: Mike begins to rake in a number of placings. But despite the success, Remy’s mental state worsens to the point where he relapses into a dangerous habit.
Southbound Again | The next stage of Team Crosby’s European Adventure leads them south: to the estate of the Comtois, Chloé’s family, who currently employ his sister Angie. Now reunited in person with the friend, James notices old feelings resurface.
July 2019 - January 2020 is THE REST OF THE STORY so this gap will be filled eventually.
January/February 2020
After his injury break, James finally makes his comeback to the international show ring at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Florida. He even helps the US jumping team to a win in the Nations Cup. He defines his ultimate goal: to get to represent his nation at the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo.
March 2020
"And then, the funniest thing happened!" The last weeks of the WEF are cancelled, and with them, the entire show season, because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Jim instead focuses on breeding and bringing up young horses, new partnerships and purchases.
August 2020
The Thibodeaus move back to Canada.
October 2020
Henry begins to study abroad and takes Toulouse with him.
November 2020
February 2021
March 2021
Jim's race to Tokyo culminates when he brings a full string of horses to the Winter Equestrian Festival and has moderate success. The US team can't repeat their previous Nations Cup success and aging gelding Hergest Ridge doesn't live up to his usual form, giving cause for concern. Also, Jim has what can only be described as a midlife crisis.
April 2021
May 2021
June 2021
In Mike's absence, Caddy rises to the occasion at a 5* show in Poland.
July/August 2021
Jim is selected for the Olympic Games and travels to Tokyo. Caddy refuses a jump in the individual round and they sit the Nations Cup out, so even though the US team travels home with a Silver team medal, Jim hasn't contributed much to it, so the experience leaves much to be desired.
July 2022
Henry is happy in the Netherlands. While he's studying, he found a rider to show his horse Toulouse. Her name is Maaike. They are also dating.
Meanwhile, Noemi gets to dip her toes into competing together with her dad.
August 2022
Jim is selected to compete at the World Equestrian Games with Caddy. Now more mature and trusting of his relationship with Caddy and with confidence in his horse's skill, he places 5th individually.
On the vacation afterwards, he proposes to his girlfriend Chloé.
To be continue
Winter Equestrian Festival 2021 | Results
Welcome to the HARPG adaptation of the 2021 Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida!
Each year, athletes flock to Wellington, a floridian town fondly dubbed the "world's capital of equestrian sport", for weeks full of hunter and showjumping competition of all levels. Its setting - Palm Beach Equestrian Center - truly lives up to its name: with palm trees and sunshine awaiting you at this gorgeous event that goes on for the majority of March.
Buckle up for three weeks of exciting equestrian sport!
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, no spectators are allowed on the show grounds this year, and riders, grooms and trainers are asked to adhere to social distancing rules and wear their masks at all times. However, the organization team made sure the live coverage of the event is as seamless as possible, so everyone can experience the excitement from the comfort of their homes. For this purpose, internationally acclaimed equestrian sports commentators Harry Hopper and Archibald Weatherly have been invited to share their knowledge and lead viewers through the event.
[Some disclaimers to start with. This event is inspired by the original, but in no way affiliated with it. We love the location and its vibe - and thought it would serve as a great inspiration for a RPG show! While we boil it down from 12 weeks to just 3, we're taking some of its classes one-to-one, names and sponsors and all. Obviously we have nothing to do with them, so if you want to replace real companies with made-up names that's completely fine.
Also note that with "HARPG" I'm referring to the colloquially used term to describe the general game, not the patron group ifself.]
Location: Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, Wellington, Florida, USA
Date: March 3 - 21, 2021
Weather: Generally sunny, with temperatures ranging between 23 and 30 degrees Celsius/ 74 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit
DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: May 2nd (WEF 1); May 9th (WEF 2); May 16th (WEF 3)
(with grace period until we roll, approx. on tuesday evenings)
Full RNG event | each class will be filled up with "ghost" competitors to reach ten entrants
In the Nations Cup, the respective nations will be rolled instead of the individual riders.
Entries can show whatever part of the competition you want - riding the course, warm up, vet check, behind-the-scenes - as long as both horse and rider are present
Minimum requirements for entries: at least half-body, visibly finished artwork (no sketches), full background, no faceless riders, no reusing backgrounds/lineart
Collaborations are allowed | in that case two horses + two riders are allowed to share one entry
No pre-registration required, submit your entry via comment on this journal
We aren't asking for "image proof" of previous experience, but please be reasonable in your horses' and riders' backstory. Invitation to CSI 4* and 5* events is based on a rider's international ranking, so it is impossible to compete on these high levels without a ton of prior experience and successes or after a long absence
Please add the following info to the description of your entry: Horse's and rider's name and age, rider's nationality, number and name of the class you're entering
NB that there are three separate deadlines for the three weeks of competition
open to realistic and fantasy breeds
If a rule isn't in here it likely doesn't exist, go wild, this is a 100% chill&fun show
MARCH 3 - 7, 2021
The first week of the Winter Equestrian Festival is classified as a CSI 3*. The FEI jumper classes will be held at the Stadium Derby Field since the PBIEC's International Ring will be occupied by the hunters. On the jumper field, we see everything from 1.40 welcome classes up to the first Grand Prix of the circuit, and hunter week offers an exciting experience for everyone as well. From a Green Hunter's first show experience to the proficient competitors in High Performance classes, we have it all!
Thursday, March 4
CLASS 101 | 12:15pm | Bainbridge Two Phases | Obstacle height: 1.40m
Friday, March 5
CLASS 102 | 10am | Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Round 1 | Obstacle height: 1.50m
Sunday, March 7
CLASS 103 | 9am | CSI 3* IDA Development Grand Prix | Obstacle height: 1.50m
Wednesday, March 3
CLASS 104 | 8am | Green Hunter 3' sponsored by Hygain Feeds | Obstacle height: 3'0"
CLASS 105 | 3pm | Performance Hunter sponsored by Farm Vet | Obstacle height: 3'3"
Thursday, March 4
CLASS 108 | 3pm | Young Hunter for horses 5 and under | Obstacle height: 2'9"
[WEF Week 1 is closed]
MARCH 10 - 14, 2021
Week two of the Winter Equestrian Festival features a highlight of the season: the FEI 4* Nations Cup on Friday promises thrilling sport when eight nations fight each other for the title. The week also features the second round of the Challenge Cup, as well as an exciting roster of national classes to give young and green horses the chance to experience what it is like to compete in such exciting surroundings.
Thursday, March 11
CLASS 201 | 9am | Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Round 2 | Obstacle height: 1.50m
Friday, March 12
CLASS 202 | FEI Nations Cup Presented by Premier Equestrian | Obstacle height: 1.50-1.60m
4:30pm (1st Round) 7:30pm (2nd Round)
Archibald: "Only a few more riders to go in this year's edition of the FEI Nations Cup of Wellington - the thrill is palpable. The thrill about the win; not so much, that has been decided already. After the 4 faults of Israeli rider Thom Epstein, Columbia has secured an early win on three clear rounds, giving their final rider the chance of an early retirement - but it's the ranks after that we are looking at, because down there everything is pretty much still open."
Harry: "You said it, old pal! Maybe Mexico and Great Britain don't have much of a say anymore, they haven't met their standards sittin' on a whoopin' 16, respectively 20 faults - even the US riders, far from what they've presented us with last year. D'ya remember? No, right now it's Canada and Ireland who are in striking distance of the podium, both on 8 faults, but we'll talk about that in a moment - first we'll see the next rider for the USA, James Crosby. OHH I can't look."
A: "Calm down, will ya? It's just a competition."
H: "You're only salty because your ol' homeland sits at the bottom of the food chain right now, and has no say in the scoreboard -"
A: "And? The US doesn't have much of a say either."
H: "Okay, touché. But heaay, we're still fighting, aight? Now if James here goes clear, we can easily discard the 12 faults of Megan McArdle and stay within relative striking distance of a decent placing, anything he collects goes straight into the pot. Pressure much?"
A: "Pretty much. But his experienced gelding should be up for the challenge. Anyway, here they go. A mighty rub in the double combination, that's a tricky situation. Aaaand there goes the first rail. And another! Costly!"
H: "Oh noo, that doesn't look good at all! Where's the consistency? Is it the sand? That's three rails!"
A: "And with an additional 12 faults, no matter whose result gets discarded, the US slide down to rock bottom."
H: "Noooo!"
[...]
A: "That was a good run from Canada's John Moffatt, 14 faults in total after two rounds, a solid result that guarantees them at least the fourth place, depending on what the teams to come are doing. But first, the last Irish rider - Dick Turs, a well decorated athlete who hasn't represented the Emerald Isle in a Nations Cup often yet. He's in a similar predicament as Crosby, their third rider also had a hiccup round with 12 faults, while everyone else went clear... so should he stay clear as well, they could stay on their first round score of 8 faults and strengthen their claim on the podium, if he has faults... well, we have seen what can happen."
H: "Ouch. That was uncalled for! But wooo, look at him smashing that course! Well not literally; he leaves it all intact, as is intended. And a speedy ride too! That's what we wanna see! Oopsie Daisy, more like Woop Woop Daisy! Okay, that was bad."
A: "Are you out of practise or what?"
H: "And Turs stays clear and in time, and what a time it is! Can we have him for our National Team please?"
[...]
A: "In the end it is Columbia on a gorgeous and commanding zero-fault win, followed by Israel who add 4 to their clean slate of first round, Ireland on 8 after a foot-perfect second round, then Canada on 14, Brazil on 16, Great Britain on 17, Mexico with 20 faults and at the bottom there a disappointing 24 faults for the hosts. Try not to cry too much, Harold, alright?"
H: "I'll try, but no promises."
Saturday, March 13
CLASS 203 | 8am | Douglas Elliman 1.45m Classic | Obstacle height: 1.45m
Sunday, March 14
CLASS 204 | 1pm | CSIO 4* Grand Prix Presented by JTWG | Obstacle height: 1.60m
CLASS 206 | 11am | Schooling Jumper .90m | Obstacle height: .90m
WHHYYY RRRRAAAAAAANDOOOOOOOM WHHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!
[WEF Week 2 is closed.]
MARCH 17 - 21
The final week of competition at Palm Beach Equestrian Center welcomes some of the best human and equine athletes for a number of 5* classes as well as 2* and national competition. It also features the classic Saturday Night Lights Grand Prix, where riders compete under floodlights in the International Ring - an adrenaline-filled setting that takes getting used to!
Thursday, March 18
CLASS 301 | 8am | CSI 2* Bainbridge Two Phases | Obstacle height: 1.40m
CLASS 302 | 10am | CSI 5* Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Round 3 | Obstacle height: 1.50m
Friday, March 19
CLASS 303 | 10:45am | CSI 5* Bainbridge 1.45m | Obstacle height: 1.45m
Saturday, March 20
CLASS 305 | 7pm | CSI 5* Fidelity Investments Grand Prix | Obstacle height: 1.60m
Thursday, March 18
CLASS 306 | 8am | Schooling Jumper 1.10m | Obstacle height: 1.10m
Saturday, March 19
CLASS 309 | 11am | Jumper Classic sponsored by Spy Coast Farm | Obstacle height: 1.25m
[WEF Week 3 is closed.]
Map of PBIEC | Map of the Equestrian Village/Derby Field
More images and videos on the WEF Instagram
PBIEC.COTH.COM Website of the Winter Equestrian Festival
Live streams of past competitions
Ribbons for places 1 through 3, blankets for 1st place winners, "placed" ribbons for all other competitors
Champion and Reserve Hunter Champion: N/A
Challenge Cup Champion: LEON WINCHESTER (USA)
Leading Lady Jumper: JOSIE APPLEBY (GBR)
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Loch Lomond Horse Trials 2020 | Results
Welcome to the Loch Lomond Horse Trials, at the Balloch Castle and Country Park on the shore of Loch Lomond, Scotland! For the first time, this historic location has opened its doors a range of international 3-day eventing classes from CCI* to CCI*****! This international event runs across a weekend in mid-November, with the leaves falling from the trees and making the country park seem even more spectacular.
Of course, this year has been difficult for international eventing worldwide but we want to ensure participants that in the midst of COVID-19 every precaution has been taken to ensure the smooth operation of this event.
Location: Loch Lomond, Scotland
Date: November 11th - 15th
Weather: Grey sky, icy cold, no wind (3°C)
DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: FEBRUARY 14TH (Anywhere On Earth) | Grace period until Feb 16th
Single-Entry-3DE | Only one image required for all classes, only one pair per entry
Both RNG and host-judged classes available.
FOR 1* and 3*: Entries can show whatever part of the competition you want - one of the three disciplines, warm up, inspection, behind-the-scenes - as long as both horse and rider are present | make sure to clarify what class your pair is entering
FOR 5*: Entries have to show one of the three phases: Dressage, XC or Jumping
Minimum requirements for entries: at least half-body, full colour + shading, full background, no faceless riders, no reusing backgrounds or lineart
FOR 1* and 3*: Collaborations are allowed | in that case two horses + two riders are allowed to share one entry
FOR 5*: Collaborations are not allowed (but feel free to collaborate on extra art)
Extra images are encouraged, but not required or taken into consideration when judging
We aren't asking for "image proof" of prior experience. But be responsible in your riders' or horses' background; a 5* event asks for incredible skill and experience of both at 4* level minimum, so please take that into consideration.
No pre-registration required, submit your entry via comment on this journal. Please add the following info to the description of your entry: Horse's and rider's name and age, rider's nationality.
The 1-Star is the perfect class for horse/rider pairs that are just testing the waters of international competition. With low heights and an easy dressage test it doesn't demand too much, but the thrill of competing alongside the sport's biggest names is not to be underestimated!
Dressage: CCI* Dressage Test
Cross Country: Height of Obstacles: 1.05m fixed, 1.25m Brush, 1.40m Drops. Length of course: 2.2km. Jumping Efforts: 23. Optimum time: 4:20 min
Jumping: Height of Obstacles: 1.15m. Jumping Efforts: 12
Minimum age: five years (horse), twelve years (rider)
CCI1* is a RNG Class - filled up with "ghost" riders to reach 10 entrants.
A 3-Star class is of intermediate difficulty. Riders have prior experience in international competition and know how to maneuver Cross Country courses with increasing length and difficulty. However, Loch Lomond HT features a 3-Star class of the "short" format, which reduces the length of the Cross Country course.
Dressage: CCI*** Dressage Test
Cross Country: Height of Obstacles: 1.15m fixed, 1.35m Brush, 1.80 Drops. Length of course: 3.3km. Jumping Efforts: 30. Optimum Time: 6:10min
Jumping: Height of Obstacles: 1.25m. Jumping Efforts: 13
Minimum age: six years (horse), sixteen years (rider)
CCI3*-S is a RNG Class - filled up with "ghost" riders to reach 10 entrants.
It doesn't get much harder than a 5-Star event. With a dressage test that asks for half-pass, counter canter, flying changes as well as extended and collected gaits, a long and imposing Cross Country course and stadium jumping set at 1.30m, a 5-Star class demands incredible efforts from both horse and rider.
Dressage: CCI***** Dressage Test
Cross Country: Height of Obstacles: 1.20m fixed, 1.45m Brush, 2m Drops. Length of course: 6.3km. Jumping Efforts: 40. Optimum Time: 11:41min
Jumping: Height of Obstacles: 1.30m. Jumping Efforts: 15
Minimum age: eight years (horse), eighteen years (rider)
CCI5* is judged by Elantair and Shotechi.
A Note on the judging.
As you see, there is no matrix. We will just choose our favourite entry together!
With this event, we want to encourage the creation of impactful and meaningful art: well-crafted pieces that evoke emotion in the viewer, not images that tick off boxes and cram in loads of unnecessary detail for the sake of one-upping each other in the name of "effort".
As this is an art competition, we will subjectively choose a winner. El likes atmosphere, composition, and art that ties fore- and background together, and Sho loves well-thought-out concepts, strong colours and lighting, encourages experiments (and also everything that El said). We also love to see people doing their research about the location and trying to capture the essence of Loch Lomond. Exactly one year ago, we visited the place together, and walked the "course" ourselves! Lots of fond memories are connected with the place and this event, so we enjoy anyone who takes it as seriously as we do!
Of course it's easy to say, but have fun with your entry! Try something new, try an interesting palette, try to make something beautiful that you can be proud of. We can provide constructive criticism if requested, especially in the making of the art, where it's actually helpful. Just hit us up via comment, note or on discord: Elantair#0047, Shotechi#8373
Tuesday, November 10th
0900 | Opening of Stables
0900 - 1600 | Vet Examination on Arrival
Wednesday, November 11th
0900 | Official Course Inspection
1630 | 1st Horse Inspection
After 1st Inspection | Declaration of Starters
Thursday, November 12th
0800 | 1st Start Dressage: CCI1*
1300 | 1st Start Dressage: CCI5* (first half of starters)
Friday, November 13th
0800 | 1st start Dressage: CCI3*
1300 | 1st start Dressage: CCI5* (second half of starters)
Saturday, November 14th
1000 | 1st start Cross Country: CCI1*
After 1* | 1st start Cross Country: CCI3*
1430 | 1st start Cross Country: CCI5*
Sunday, November 15th
0800 | 2nd Horse Inspection
1000 | 1st start Jumping: CCI1*
1130 | 1st start Jumping: CCI3*
1300 | Prize Giving: CCI1* and 3*
1400 | 1st start Jumping: CCI5*
1730 | Prize Giving: CCI5*
The cross country courses for all levels generally follow the paths around the park. Sand footing has been added on any paved sections as a kinder footing for galloping. From the start, all courses start by going up a gentle incline and then heading into the walled garden. This ornate garden then leads down towards the shore of the loch for a long gallop stretch along the waterfront. The majority of trees have dropped their leaves now, which offers clear views out across the loch. We then head towards the water complex in the loch via the main arena. Additional sand has been provided and large rocks removed. At this point, the 1 and 3* courses circle back to the main arena while our 5* participants endure a long gallop up the hill, which starts with a gentle gradient which gets steeper as we climb towards the castle. Heading into the water complex the paths become grassy and into the field where there is a pond built especially for this event. The 5* eventers then enjoy a flat gallop towards the castle which allows plenty of opportunities to build speed heading towards a combination of fences near the castle which require more precision and care. The 5* eventers then wind back down the hill towards the arena where they join up with the 1 and 3* competitors. The 1* eventers finish their round just outside the main arena, while the 3 and 5* competitors head out for the second long climb of the course. We then turn back and after a tricky drop and skinny brush combination, the course continues downhill towards the main arena for the final few fences.
The main arena itself is of grass footing, very spaceous and nestled at the foot of the hill with the castle overlooking it.
(Disclaimer: while we roughly expect you to follow the course map we set, for example when it comes to direction, all mentions of obstacles in the course descriptions are open to interpretation. You're free to come up with your own obstacles and obstacle designs!)
Map of the showgrounds - 1* - 3* - 5* Cross Country course
105 Austin Holmes (GBR) and Sir Perirose
102 Grace Atkinson (GBR) and Mexican Wave
106 Harriet O'Connor (IRL) and Money Talks
204 Jemima Amos (GBR) and Bally Louis
210 Alberto Giugni (TA) and Sankro
201 Matthew Riley (GBR) and Happenstance
209 Gregor Coy (GBR) and My Eastwood Brightside
208 Caroline Whitehead (GBR) and Class Booze Cruize
206 Morven Wallace (GBR) and KEC Decon
207 Jack Fox (NZL) and Stars Align
Thank you all so much for your gorgeous entries! You made this such a fun show! And remember: no placing in the world can ever say anything about your worth as an artist.
JUDGES' CHOICE | 2 awards for our favourite entries from the 1* and 3* class, respectively
RIBBONS
CCI5*: 1 fullbody for the 1st place : COMING SOON
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