It’s time for Burghley Horse Trials! And there’s showing and showjumping to keep an eye on too, as we bring you H&H’s regular round-up of the upcoming week in horse sport…
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Why we’re excited about it: the British autumn eventing classic is back after three years away and we can’t wait to see some of the best five-star combinations in the world take on the toughest cross-country test in the sport. Favourites for the title include Piggy March and Vanir Kamira, William Fox-Pitt on Oratorio and Kitty King with Vendredi Biats.
2. Moreton in Marsh, Glos
Date: 3 September
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Why we’re excited about it: a traditional agricultural show set in the heart of the Cotswolds. The equine schedule boasts working hunter and flat classes, and incorporates competitive Horse of the Year Show qualifiers. The show culminates in separate horse and pony supreme championships.
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Why we’re excited about it:two consecutive weeks of national championships on Hickstead’s hallowed turf culminating in the All England grand prix. This year both Ben Maher and Scott Brash are among a strong list of entries.
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Pippa is a true eventing geek and has been H&H’s eventing editor since 2005. She has first-hand experience of competing up to British Eventing intermediate and international CCI2*-L level, and has worked in the industry on a top event yard. Pippa enjoys nothing more than immersing herself in the sport at the highest level, reporting from the five-stars and international championships, including the Olympics.
