There was one certainty before this year’s Ssangyong Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials got underway (13-17 September 2017): there would be thrills and spills in equal measure. We take a look back at the champagne-flowing highs, and those edge of the seat moments that make this sport just so addictive
Don't miss our full report and analysis from the Ssangyong Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials in the 21 September issue of Horse & Hound magazine
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Lap of honour backdrops don’t get much better than this: America’s Kimberly Severson soaks up the atmosphere aboard Cooley Cross Border
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Time for a drink? Izzy Taylor celebrates her Event Rider Masters’ victory in style
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Everything OK up there? Paul Tapner and Mark Todd, who finished third in the Event Rider Masters series overall for 2017, catch up
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No problems here: America’s Hannah Sue Burnett on her way to 12th place in the CCI3* aboard R F Demeter
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The ultimate viewing spot? Spectators get a glimpse of Lauren Shannon in action from the bridge
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Something missing: Ichak De Monfirak makes a break for it in the CIC3*
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Olivia Craddock’s Billy Liffy wonders what all these hazardous flowerbeds are for — but goes on to finish 28th in the CCI3*
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Towels at the ready? Emily King holds on tight to avoid a dunking with Dargun
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Yikes! William Fox-Pitt and Barrichello survive a hairy moment in the CIC3*
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New mum Jonelle Price and Classic Moet back on flying form in the Event Rider Masters
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