The following statement was released by Badminton Horse Trials organizers on October 27, 2020:
After much deliberation the decision has been taken to run Badminton Horse Trials 2021 event “Behind Closed Doors” but with the potential to include a limited number of spectators should, come the spring, guidelines/restrictions allow us to do so. All will be under constant review in the coming months and we will keep our loyal supporters and the eventing community posted with latest news and developments throughout the coming months via the Directors blog and our social media handles and website.
Our overriding priority will continue to be the health and safety of all those involved in staging the event.
Event Director Jane Tuckwell said “We realise that this is not the scenario everyone would wish for but feel by announcing our intentions now it will give all involved in whatever capacity the opportunity to plan accordingly. To deliver the “Behind Closed Doors” event will not be without its challenges, but we look forward to bringing you a great competition in partnership with Science Supplements and Mars Equestrian”.
William Fox-Pitt MBE, a dual Badminton winner, commented “It is fantastic news that Badminton is planning to run next season in these challenging circumstances. To lose this prestigious event again would be a terrible disappointment and the eventing world will get behind Jane and her team to make this happen. For sure it will be a very different Badminton.”
With the event running “Behind Closed Doors” we would like to ensure that everyone is still able to enjoy all the live competition action via TV/Live Stream and further news will be released on this in due course.
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For more information about Badminton Horse Trials, visit https://www.badminton-horse.co.uk/
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