LA28 – SANTA ANITA PARK

The LA28 Olympic equestrian events will be held at Santa Anita Park, which was also the home of horse sports at the 1984 Olympic Games. In 1984, the cross-country for the Olympic eventing was held at a satellite venue (Fairbanks Ranch Country Club in San Diego County) but 2028 will see all phases of the…

BylizzieMay 2, 20250Comments

Horse Breed

BREEDS OF HOY: THE THOROUGHBRED

The Thoroughbred is one of the most iconic horse breeds in the world, revered for its speed, agility, and endurance. The breed originated in England in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, when three foundation stallions—the Darley Arabian, the Godolphin Arabian, and the Byerley Turk—were imported and bred with native mares. This selective breeding…

BylizzieApril 5, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: PUISSANCE

Q: What is a puissance competition? And how does it work? A: A puissance competition, also known as the 'high jump' in equestrian sports, is a popular showjumping event that tests the horse and rider's ability to clear an increasingly high obstacle, typically a wall or fence. The name 'puissance' is derived from the French word…

BylizzieMarch 11, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: VERTICALS

Q: My horse and I always struggle with verticals. What can I do to fix this? A: Vertical fences, especially planks, are easy to bring drown whether they are 50cm high or 1.50m, so don’t worry – you are not alone in this! In your question, you don’t mention the specifics of the problem and when…

BylizzieFebruary 18, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: STIRRUP LENGTH

Q: What length should my stirrups ideally be? A: If you're hacking or just doing some flatwork in the arena rather than focusing on dressage or jumping specifically, you should aim for your stirrups to be ankle length. To achieve this, take your feet out of the stirrups and let them hang loose against the…

BylizzieJanuary 30, 20250Comments

Horse Channel

LUCA WATSON – EIGHTH PLACE AT THE 2024 FEI CHILDREN’S CLASSIC FINAL

Interview: SASJ Photography: Megan Wright Photography Luca Watson and Ela Vita Kastelic qualified to compete in the FEI Children’s Classic Final 2024 in Mexico. Luca made it through to the Final of the competition in Mexico, achieving an impressive eighth place. SA Showjumping caught up with Luca to get to know him better and learn more about…

BylizzieJanuary 23, 20250Comments

Horse Channel

A SENSATIONAL SUPER SUNDAY AT LONDON INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW

The Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ presented by Agria provided a fitting conclusion to what has been a five-day exhibition of equestrian excellence, with Darragh Kenny coming out on top. Agria Super Sunday got underway with the BSPS Ridden Mountain & Moorland Championship sponsored by New Horizon Plastics followed by the Agria 128cms Championships showcasing…

BylizzieDecember 22, 20240Comments

Horse Channel

NEW STARS TAKE THE REINS AT LONDON INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW

Thursday, once again delivered a packed programme of sport and entertainment. The highlight of the day came from The London Grand Prix, brilliantly won by Mariano Martinez Bastida and Jup. Earlier in the day, The Christmas Tree Speed Stakes saw Darragh Kenny claim the top spot and the first leg of the FEI Driving World…

BylizzieDecember 21, 20240Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health

PELVIC PROBLEMS – UNDERSTANDING SACROILIAC DISEASE IN HORSES

Sacroiliac disease is a relatively common condition that affects the sacroiliac (SI) region in horses. The sacroiliac joints, located where the spine meets the pelvis, play a crucial role in the horse’s locomotion and ability to carry weight. Damage and dysfunction in the joints and the region generally can give rise to obvious pain and…

BylizzieDecember 14, 20240Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health Horse Training

2024 YHPS FINAL

This year’s YHPS Final came down to the wire, with a handful of the Series-leading horses missing out on titles that seemed almost guaranteed before the Final. However, this has often been the case as double clears are of such importance that riders have been known to ride ‘too’ carefully and make mistakes as a…

BylizzieNovember 14, 20240Comments

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