Deep disappointment as international event cancels as it is ‘no longer viable’

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Harry Mutch and HD The One in the Rockingham International CCI3*-S in 2022.
Harry Mutch and HD The One in the Rockingham International CCI3*-S in 2022.
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The organisers of Rockingham International Horse Trials say they are “deeply disappointed” to confirm that the event will not run next year, as it is “no longer viable”.

The May event, which had been due to hold competition from BE100 to CCI3*-S, and including under-18 and under-21 classes, was abandoned this year as the prolonged wet weather meant the going was unsafe for horses and riders. Organisers said at the time they were devastated by having to make the decision. British Eventing then confirmed that Tweseldown, a few days later, would run an extra day, and Bicton Arena the following week an extra CCI2* class to provide opportunities for riders affected by the cancellation.

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Eleanor is an experienced journalist who spent over eight years working for local and national newspapers before joining H&H as news editor in March 2016. Passionate about equine welfare and exposing the truth, Eleanor has reported on all aspects of the industry, from Brexit to anti-bullying campaigns, and from dressage rules to mules. Her sport of choice is showjumping, in which she competes her own horses, and she also enjoys reporting at local jumping shows through to international championships.