Five days of jumping, dressage, and driving competition drew to a close on Sunday with a win for Martin Fuchs in the Rolex Grand Prix.
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The 2nd of three Nations Cups to be held in North America took place in San Juan Capistrano and was won by Team USA, who lead the standings.
Sheffield and Wonky earned their best freestyle score to date; next stop for the pair is the Ottawa CPEDI3* for the team event.
Some confusion has resulted from the recent announcement regarding USEF membership and foreign riders; US Equestrian responds.
In that nation's first outing of the 2023 FEI Dressage Nations Cup season, they edged the Netherlands and Germany with strong scores.
The Swede has held the lead since August 2022, thanks to the great King Edward and Olympic, World Championship and World Cup Final victories.
The German rider ousted Great Britain's Charlotte Fry from the #1 spot; top Canadian on the list is Chris von Martels in 91st position.
Time schedules, maps, course designer details, facility layouts, warmup areas, horse transport, test events and other topics were discussed.
The International Jumping Riders Club spoke at the FEI Sports Forum about rising entry fees vs. prize money and the use of 'pay cards.'
The draft proposal presented at the FEI Sports Forum outlines measures to ensure that equine behavioural, social, physical and mental needs are met.
