Florac is back!

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(translation from French to English by google translate)

Done. The association will organize Equestrian Endurance Lozere, in Florac, the European Championship 2011. A deserved win, after a year of administrative campaign, Crucis organizers candidates for this type of event big size ... First, get the needed support from local institutions. Then, meet the requirements of the French Equestrian Federation (FFE). Finally, seduce the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI). Year, then flies. Until last March, where Ian Williams (Technical EIF), Nicky Kennedy (FFE responsible internationally) and Jean-Louis Leclerc (national coach) came up to judge the relevance of a historic nomination . For Florac is history - the cradle of endurance which is now entering adulthood. This is THE race. Hard. The cold, the mountain, the stone. Inevitable. The atmosphere, the glory, pleasure. Race mythical, heroic, anti-arithmetic. The distance does not count it in kilometers, but not, each of which approximates the arrival of the Grail. Perhaps even more than a race, a symbol. He, for Ian Williams, a return to "qualities of yesteryear" endurance. In other words, those of Jean-Louis Leclerc, the return to "a race of riders rather than a race horse." Back to basics, then. Such a discipline that combines sports, adventure and geography. But this version of the endurance is it soluble in the future, focused on racing flat, fast and sand? In terms of message, the choice of Florac is significant. Europe remains the stronghold of endurance. It is she who sets the rules. Not the emerging discipline - Dubai, Qatar, UAE. Yet Tartas has won this year at 26Km / h to 24 Huelgoat ... But the problem here is not who is right, but rather to note this: every race draws its riders, who themselves are responding to different motivations - the passion, money, image classification, habit, aligot. Each race has its place on the international circuit. As against this choice of Florac, which remains a great news and demonstrates the qualities of a permanent organization, shows an evolution. The European Championship seems to forge an identity, a DNA code. A European identity inevitably and naturally, attached to a tradition, values, to a method. But the European personality, strong and engaging, should not come to oppose the more contemporary, a worldwide circuit otherwise covered. In each culture, and to each his nature - the desert does not pass through a pine forest. The World Championship, then, must not resemble the European deadline. Riders to choose one or the other or both. Without hierarchy. Without trial. Unconstrained. And federations can do nothing except respond to the situation, open like never before ... In the meantime, go tomorrow night to celebrate the event Florac through a ritual historically and genetically European French: drink a cup together champagne.

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Jordan: Local riders dominate endurance race

Jordantimes.com

26 April 2010

AMMAN (JT) - Hussein Abu Shabab on Saturday was crowned champion of the International Wadi Rum Endurance Race after finishing the 80km in 2h49m55s. Mahmoud Mohammad won the second place with 3h00m17s while Mohammad Musalem settled in the third place with 3h01m27s. Eighteen out of 45 riders finished the race which is considered one of the toughest events that tests both the rider and the horse with awards ranging from $5,000 to $500 were distributed to winners and those who finished the race. The event was held under the patronage of HRH Princess Alia, president of the Royal Jordanian Equestrian Federation. Princess Alia praised this year's participation, saying: "It was a very special race regarding the number of participants and organisation but more preparation and training are needed." The 160km race had only five riders taking part with Haitham Al Souti coming in first place, followed by Haitham Falahat.

Jordan and the Arabian horse - the vibrancy of heritage

Photo by Ruth Sherlock

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By Ruth Sherlock

AMMAN - At the bottom of a sweeping tree-lined drive lies the archetypal equine fairy tale.

With its freshly painted blue and white archways, horseshoe windows and clean swept yard, the Royal Stables for the Preservation of the Arabian Horse gleams.

Over every stable door hang the majestic, beautifully refined heads of purebred Arabian horses, while in the paddock brood mares attend to their foals.

At only two months old, the seven newborns frolic, spindly legged, around their mothers, pressing for milk and attention. Each holds the promise of classic equine Arabian beauty; the high tail, the delicately sculpted, powerful legs, the intelligent high-strung gaze and the flared nostrils. The best mares are selected in the breeding process and, the sire to many of these newborns is a Belgian Arabian, a prized show horses.

The stables, of which HRH Princess Alia Bint Al Hussein is the director, is home to over 225 Arabian show horses, many of whom are globally renowned. Hlayyil Ramadan, an Arabian stallion who brings together Egyptian and ancient Jordanian lines, won the 2006 World Arabian Horse Organisation trophy and represented Jordan at the 2002 and 2004 World Championships.

The beauty and uniqueness of these horses is exemplified in their value. Some of the Arabians are worth millions of dollars, according to Jihad Shhaltough, who is the stable manager of Prince Ali Ben Hussein's stables and works closely with the Royal Stables.

Beyond the paddocks lies another means of promoting Arabian horses within current society - the Olympic equestrian discipline of endurance horse racing. This section of the stables belongs to Princess Alia’s son Abdul Hamid Mohammad Al Saleh, according to Shhaltough.

More at http://www.jordantimes.com/?news=25950

Great Britain: Haywood Oaks 2010 – success for British riders

Endurancegb.co.uk

11th April 2010

The first International ride in the EGB calendar saw British riders shine at Haywood Oaks in Nottinghamshire at the weekend.

Haywood Oaks, organised by Sue Broughton, hosted a multitude of International classes on Saturday 11th April 2010. The 3 senior classes were all won by riders currently on the British Endurance Elite Squad aiming for selection for the World Equestrian Games in Kentucky in September.

Four combinations started the 160km CEI*** class at 6am just after it had started to get light. Tricia and Vlacq Abattarik were the winners at the end of the day, cantering effortlessly over the finish line to win the class at a speed of 15.33km/hr.

Janice Cockley-Adams with Roxanne du bout du Monde came over the line in 2nd after leading for most of the ride with Karen Jones and Macedamia finishing 3rd in the dark at 13.35km/hr.

An exciting racing finish in the 120km CEI** saw Beccy Broughton-Booker and Tawmarsh Muhanram win the class. David Yeoman and Haszar finished 2nd with Lesley-Ann Parker and Velvet Echo finishing 3rd.

Christine Yeoman had a good start to the 2010 season with a win in the 90km CEI* with Midday at a speed of 19.49km/hr. The 90km CEIYR* was won by Louise Rich and Oakleaze Farm Cziko.

Brazil Will be Headquarters of World Juniors & Young Riders 2011

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A very important step to achieve the greatest endurance event in the equestrian world was given at the meeting of the Bureau of the FEI (Federation Equestre Internationale), which legitimized the candidacy of Brazil on the last day April 15, Thursday.

FEI Bureau meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, for its spring meeting. Important decisions were taken at the meeting. Look up at the link the decisions taken in various modalities.

Brazil was the only country signed up to host this event, the FEI yesterday to which gave our country the right to do the same. However, now the next step is the Brazilian Confederation of Equestrian manifest announcing date and location for the World Championships Juniors Young Riders.

In it, the event was also confirmed the Panamerican Championship for Young Riders en Santo Domingo - Chile, since it had only been approved for Seniors.

As it was confirmed Florac (France) as hosts for the European Championship in 2011.
Now just wait and hope the best riders in the world 21 years before landing in our country next year and we are able to hold an event of this size successfully.


Um passo muito importante para a realizacoo do maior evento do enduro equestre no mundo foi dado na reuniao do Bureau da FEI (Federacao Equestre Internacional), que legitimou a candidatura do Brasil no ultimo dia 15 de Abril, quinta-feira.
O Bureau da FEI se reuniu em Genebra, na Suica, para a sua reuniao de primavera. Decisoes importantes foram tomadas na reuniao. Veja acima no link as decisoes tomadas em varias modalidades.
O Brasil foi o unico pais inscrito para sediar este evento, ddo qual ontem a FEI deu direito ao nosso país realizar o mesmo. No entanto, agora o proximo passo e a Confederacao Brasileira de Hipismo se manifestar anunciando data e local para o Campeonato Mundial Juniors Young Riders.
Na mesma, tambem foi confirmado o acontecimento do Campeonato Panamericano para Young Riders en San Domingo - Chile, uma vez que so havia sido aprovado para Seniors.
Assim como confirmou-se Florac (Franca) como anfitria para o Campeonato Europeu 2011.
Agora eeso aguardar e torcer para que os melhores cavaleiros ate 21 anos no mundo desembarquem em nosso pais no proximo ano e que sejamos capazes de realizar um evento desse porte com sucesso.

Jordan: 55 riders set for endurance race

Jordantimes.com

22 April 2010

By Roufan Nahhas

AMMAN - The International Wadi Rum Endurance Race, one of the toughest and most beautiful forms of horse racing, kicks off on Saturday with the participation of 55 riders representing four countries.

The event, to be held under the patronage of HRH Princess Alia, president of the Royal Jordanian Equestrian Federation (RJEF), will witness riders from Italy, Spain and Iraq, in addition to Jordan, taking on 160km and 80km of pure desert riding routes that will put the horse and its rider under severe testing condition.

Ghalia Noordein, executive manager of RJEF, told The Jordan Times that all preparations to host the event are being finalised.

"We want to make sure that everything is set according to the directives of HRH Princess Alia and that everything will go smoothly as planned," she said.
"We have a host of professional riders and their horses to compete in the race which we believe will give a competitive edge to the event and create one of a kind event," Noordein added.

The International Wadi Rum Endurance Race has gained popularity due to the calibre of riders taking part in the event who represent the best in the world while their magnificent beasts are trained according to the highest standards.

"We have excellent participation this year especially from local riders who have been training for such a long time for this event and we hope to conquer advanced positions," Noordein said.

According to Noordein, the winning horse in the endurance race is the first one to cross the finish line while stopping periodically to pass a veterinary check that deems the animal in good health and fit to continue.

The event, recognised by the Federation Equestre Internationale, will start early Saturday morning at 6:00am in the Qweira area while the pre-ride vet check will be held Friday.

Aussie Breed Traces Its Roots

www.horseyard.com.au

Written by IRT, on 21-04-2010

Brumbies join the ranks of Dubai’s many horse imports.

A few years ago Ali Mohammed Al Mohairi - the racing manager for deputy ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum - took a trip to the outback of Australia's Northern Territory. He was looking for a very particular breed of horse and before he knew it, they'd found him.

"There was a mare and a foal and they were galloping from behind and I yelled to go, I was screaming at the driver," he recalled. "Then they crossed in front of us and the sparks were coming off the road. When they came to a lake, they jumped straight in and swam across."

Mr Al Mohairi had finally seen first-hand and in their own environment the dash and daring of Australia's famous "brumbies" and they weren't done yet. After they crossed the lake "There was a rocky hill on the other side and I said: 'Impossible, they will not climb that.' And they did."

It may play like a deleted scene from Jurassic Park, but the brumby breed is not science fiction and like many Australians, their pedigree traces back to the other side of the world. In fact, they are said to come from Arab horses taken to Europe. Now it seems, some of them, are going home. IRT recently transported 14 brumbies to Dubai for the Sheikh, to be trained for the rigors of endurance racing.

More at http://www.horseyard.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=167810&Itemid=145