Did you know both horse and human are declared Olympic medallists! It is also the only Olympic sport where men and women compete in the same event. Equestrian as a competitive sport first began in 1868 at the royal Dublin Horse Show. Enthusiasm for the sport then spread to Europe and North America. By the late 1800 horse shows were regular international events that attracted much notice.
Show jumping was part of the Olympic Games of 1900, but the full program of Dressage, Show jumping and 3-day Eventing was introduced in 1912. Though techniques have changes through the years, show jumping has remained much the same as when it first appeared.There are seven Equestrian disciplines recognized internationally: Jumping, Dressage, Eventing, Reining, Vaulting, Endurance, and Driving. The Olympics features only the first three.
The 2008 Beijing Olymipics Eqestrian events will be hosted by Hong Kong,China and we hope to see you there...
Equestrian in Hong Kong
The Equestrian events will be held at the Hong Kong Sports Institute and Penfold Park in Shatin, Beas River Country Club and part of the adjacent Hong Kong Golf Club. Hong Kong has in place world-class equine care facilities and medical services for horses, and a group of professionals in the Equestrian events. Hong Kong also has recognized quarantine protocol arrangements with many countries. Besides, Hong Kongs Equestrian sport for riders with disabilities is well-established and takes a leading position in Asia.
This is a link to the Olympic's Official Website: http://www.olympic.org/uk/games/beijing/index_uk.asp
Resources from: www.linese.com
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