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Lusitano Nilo VO lights Brazil’s Olympic dressage torch for Rogério Clementino
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| Roger Clementino riding Nilo VO (Visir x Zico), bred by Victor Oliva of Ilha Verde Stud Farm © Ney Messi/ABPSL |
Following their historic performance during the Grand Prix at the CDI3* in São Paulo, Brazil, just three weeks ago, Rogério Clementino has once again taken the dressage world by storm and earned his ticket to the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games in Hong Kong. The ever modest, Afro-Brazilian Clementino, who is always quick to acknowledge his extremely humble origins, admitted, “I should have been more calm. I started the test asking myself too much, and this may have messed things up a little.” (A reference to the fact that he wasn’t able to improve upon the 68.5% individual score awarded by American judge Axel Steiner during the previous Olympic qualifier!)
May 7, 2008, 14:16
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2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Names United Way as Official Community Partner
The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced an official community partnership with United Way of the Bluegrass for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
As an official community partner, United Way of the Bluegrass will showcase Central Kentucky’s sense of community to thousands of visitors attending the 2010 Games by incorporating the wide scope of services into the Games’ needs, particularly in volunteer coordination and visitor needs.
May 7, 2008, 10:57
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Letter from USEF President David O'Connor and USEA President Kevin Baumgardner
Dear Members of the Equestrian Community,
USEFThis past weekend at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day, Laine Ashker suffered a serious fall during the cross-country stage of the competition. She is currently in critical condition at the University of Kentucky hospital in Lexington. Laine's horse and another involved in a separate accident had to be euthanized.
These accidents come just a month after Darren Chiacchia, an Olympic rider, had a serious fall at an event in Tallahassee, Florida. They also come in the wake of a recent article in the New York Times about 15 rider fatalities in cross country that have occurred worldwide over the last two years.
Apr 30, 2008, 13:00
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Preview Coudelaria Ilha Verde’s 11th International Luso-Brasileiro Auction lots on-line
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| Violino (Ofensor – Querida) |
Modern technology provides a unique armchair opportunity to preview all the horses scheduled to go under the hammer at Coudelaria Ilha Verde’s 11th International Luso-Brasileiro Auction on Saturday, May 10th, 2008.
The following URL will open the first page of the 2008 auction catalogue, which provides photographs, video clips and links to the ABPSL (Associação Brasileira de Criadores do Cavalo Puro Sangue Lusitano/Brazilian Association for Pure-bred Lusitanos) website with full genealogical reports for every horse.
http://www.cavalolusitano.com.br/en/leilao.asp?PagAtual=1&cat=8
Apr 17, 2008, 12:47
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Blazing Saddles at Bonhams
Sensational prices were achieved today at Bonhams for a selection of stunningly decorated horse and camel saddles from Persia, China and India from a single owner Jacques Desenfans Collection of Arms and Armours from the Middle East.
Lot 205 an ivory-mounted wooden-saddle probably from 19th Century Bukhara, with the ivory pommel in the form of a lion’s head, the countours overlaid with ivory plaques set with turquoises, a paddle seat with stirrup straps was estimated for £1,500 – 2,000 but sold for £13,200
Apr 16, 2008, 09:05
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The XXVII International Lusitano Festival invites the whole world to attend this exhilarating spectacle
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| Working Equitation champion Luis Carlos Oliveira and Sobreiro da Cachoeirinha |
From May 15–18, 2008, the beautifully landscaped Clube Hípico de Santo Amaro in São Paulo will be impressively transformed to host the XXVII International Lusitano Festival. This increasingly popular annual event attracts a large crowd of spectators who are truly passionate about this remarkable breed, as well as those who are keen to learn more about Brazilian-bred Lusitanos.
For breeders and owners the Festival provides the showcase for their products, from yearlings awarded by gender, through the various age-group championships, to stallions anticipating approval for the forthcoming breeding season. Alongside the wealth of daily in-hand presentations, the dressage arena hosts a full slate of classes for all levels and abilities. Naturally, Lusitanos are no strangers to dressage at the highest level, proven by the Brazilian team’s bronze medal at the 2007 Pan American Games and their much-anticipated appearance at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games in Hong Kong.
Apr 15, 2008, 14:09
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Xiloé – The first Brazilian-bred Lusitano mare arrives in Scotland!
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| Kay Savory gives Xiloe a guided tour of her new home in Aberdeen, Scotland |
Last November, ABPSL (the Brazilian Association for Pure-Bred Lusitanos) and a number of their member breeders generously welcomed a group of prospective buyers and horse people from around the world to São Paulo to participate in a stud farm tour and other equestrian activities. (For website links to the stud farms visited please refer to the list below.) A very full schedule provided the opportunity to ride and interact with Lusitanos every day, as well as enjoy phenomenal Brazilian hospitality. According to one Canadian visitor, “It was an unforgettable experience and words cannot express our appreciation for everything that was organized on our behalf.”
Apr 8, 2008, 14:45
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HISTORIC DRESSAGE PERFORMANCE FOR ROGERIO CLEMENTINO AND NILO VO
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| Roger Clementino riding Nilo VO (Visir x Zico), bred by Victor Oliva of Ilha Verde Stud Farm © Ney Messi/ABPSL |
During the Grand Prix B test at the CDI3* in São Paulo, Brazil, Rogério Clementino rode the pure-bred Lusitano Nilo VO into the record books by achieving a historic score of 65.38% – one step on the road to Olympic qualification. Asked how he felt during the test, Clementino admitted, "Expectations were very high, the pressure from the press, everybody´s hopes, and everything ... so I tried to do what I have been doing in training, I forgot for a while the percentage, prayed to God, asking for peace and tranquility and that He would allow me to do my best."
Apr 7, 2008, 14:38
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Alltech Expands Brazilian Facility
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| Alltech's fully automated blending and packaging system at its facility in São Pedro, Brazil. |
Furthering its commitment to quality and traceability, Alltech, a global leader in animal health and nutrition, has expanded its production facility in São Pedro, Brazil by adding a fully automated blending and packaging system.
The state-of-the-art system allows Alltech to take product from its yeast facility by pulling from each of four large-scale spray dryers, blending, packaging and palletizing automatically. The system is expected to enable the company to package more than 60,000 tonnes per year and distribute on a global scale. The system was supplied by Buhler, one of Alltech's global technology partners.
Apr 7, 2008, 14:13
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Lusitanos may become your passion….
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| Nilo VO and rider Rogerio Clementino (team bronze medal winners at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro) pose with a multi-national of visitors to Ilha Verde stud farm in November 2007 (Photo credit: Claartje van Andel) |
Joining a tour organized by ABPSL (the Brazilian Association of Lusitano Breeders) will truly allow you to indulge your passion for horses: a wonderful opportunity to ride and interact with Lusitano horses and their breeders every day, learn to drive a carriage, receive lessons in dressage, Working Equitation and other Brazilian equestrian activities, and also enjoy unrivalled hospitality. From the moment you are met at Sao Paulo airport and returned for your flight home, ABPSL will generously provide all internal transportation free of charge, with activities and many meals courtesy of the various stud farms and breeders. (Expect to gain a few pounds!!!)
The next tour begins in Sao Paulo on May 8 to 18, and will include the annual Lusitano auction at Coudelaria Ilha Verde, as well as the International Lusitano Festival.
Mar 31, 2008, 13:52
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Nations Cup Tickets available for Online Sale
Reserved seating for "Nations Cup" week is now available for immediate purchase online by clicking on the following link : http://www.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=130149 or going to the Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC (ESP) website www.equestriansport.com and selecting "Tickets".
Due to high interest and demand for reserved seating in what is expected to be the busiest WEF Week, ESP, the WEF management company, announced Wednesday that it will be offering reserved seating for the full Nation's Cup week. The ticket prices are for all WEF events for the entire week includes the final 3 USEF Selection Trials (#3 Wed 7:00 pm, #4 Thursday 7:00 pm, and the fifth trial which is part of the Sunday 1:00 pm Grand Prix) as well as the Friday evening Nation's Cup 7:00 pm and the Sunday 1:00 pm $150,000 CN OPEN CSIO 5*. This does not include the Saturday evening charity event Challenge of the America's.
Mar 21, 2008, 09:23
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Record Nine Teams for Nations Cup at WEF
A record nine teams and individuals from another five countries will square off in the FEI Nations Cup of Jumping presented by CN on Friday night at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center.
The nine nations in what amounts to a mini-Olympics that draws thousands of fans to passionately support their home teams at the CN Winter Equestrian Festival presented by Zimmerman Advertising are from Argentina, Canada, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Mexico, New Zealand, Venezuela and the U.S.A. Eleven Olympians are on the various squads and another five have competed at a World Equestrian Games.
Mar 21, 2008, 09:09
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American Farrier’s Association to Provide Farriers for 2010 Games
The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced that the American Farrier’s Association has been named the Official Certified Farriers of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
As the Official Certified Farriers, the American Farrier’s Association will provide a farriery on the venue grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park from September 11 until October 10, 2010. Two farriers will be on site per day for the two weeks prior to the Games, and up to six farriers will be on site daily during the 16 days of competition, depending on the event schedule. Athletes will be charged on an individual basis for farrier services according to their needs.
Mar 20, 2008, 11:48
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World Games 2010 Foundation Names New Board of Directors Chairman
The World Games 2010 Foundation recently announced that Mr. John Long of Shelbyville, KY, has been selected as Chair of its Board of Directors. Mr. Long is the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF). He replaces interim Board Chair Tandy Patrick, who will continue to serve as an active board member.
“I am looking forward to being a very active chairman,” said Mr. Long. “The 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games provide an unprecedented opportunity to showcase both Kentucky and U.S. horse sport, and I know that by working together, we can be sure these Games leave a lasting legacy for many stakeholders.”
Mar 19, 2008, 07:16
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World Games 2010 Foundation Announces Requests for Expressions of Interest
The World Games 2010 Foundation, the organization responsible for planning, staging, and conducting the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, today announced that it is seeking Expressions of Interest from organizations interested in providing Ceremonies Production Services, Catering and Concessions Services, Temporary Seating, and Temporary Structures for the 2010 Games.
With less than 1000 days to go until the Games, planning for the Games will begin to shift to specific operating plans and efforts.
Mar 19, 2008, 07:15
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Equine Exhibition Proposal Process Underway for 2010 World Equestrian Games
The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced it is requesting proposals for equine exhibitions and demonstrations to be showcased at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park, September 25-October 10, 2010.
Equine organizations interested in hosting an exhibition or demonstration, for breeds, disciplines, or equestrian sports, must submit an application to the World Games 2010 Foundation. An electronic copy of the application is now available online at
Mar 19, 2008, 07:15
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Team USA Purina Mills Wins 2008 Challenge of the Americas
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| Team USA Purina Mills in winning Musical Quadrille at 2008 Challenge of the Americas. PHOTO CREDIT: Susan J. Stickle. |
Team Can/Am SSG Gloves 2nd; Team International Morgan Stanley 3rd
The bright lights of the International Arena at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL, showcased three teams in two rounds of competition on a very chilly Saturday night, March 8, with Team USA Purina Mills emerging as the winner of the 2008 Cha llenge of the Americas. The USA team claimed second place in the High Jump and first place in the Musical Quadrille, which counted 40% and 60% respectively, giving the eight-member squad the victory after a spectacular dressage performance to a "Blue Angels" themed soundtrack.
Mar 15, 2008, 16:28
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Equine Exhibition Proposal Process Underway for 2010 Games
The World Games 2010 Foundation announced it is requesting proposals for equine exhibitions and demonstrations to be showcased at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park, September 25-October 10, 2010.
Equine organizations interested in hosting an exhibition or demonstration for breeds, disciplines or equestrian sports must submit an application to the World Games 2010 Foundation. An electronic copy of the application is now available online at www.feigames2010.org/get_involved. National organizations and recognized affiliates are strongly encouraged to either submit proposals on behalf of their breed or discipline, or to actively support proposals that exhibit cooperation within their breed or discipline.
Mar 14, 2008, 15:29
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2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games March Interim Update
The following is an update on the foundation's collective progress toward the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games since the February update.
Operations
· We have developed a mid- and long-term staffing plan and organizational chart for operations through 2010, which includes the staffing for major areas such as Communications, Logistics, Maintenance, Utilities, Transportation, Security, IT/Facilities, Catering/Concessions, Competition, Discipline Managers, Course Designers, Veterinarian and Competition Technology (Timing and Scoring).
· We are continuing to develop an Operational timeline for Venue Development, Venue Management, Security, Housing and Transportation.
· We updated the EEI Board (Kentucky Rolex Three-Day Event) on the venue development and plans for the Games. EEI’s Janie Atkinson, as our eventing discipline manager, is making internal decisions to help fulfill our needs through their ongoing efforts. We will continue to update and look for possible legacy opportunities for post-2010.
Mar 14, 2008, 15:21
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Inaugural 2008 FEI World Reining Championship set for September in Italy
It’s a “first” for the international Reining scene! For the first time ever, Italy will host a brand new FEI event, the 2008 FEI World Reining Championship in Manerbio, Italy.
Teams will compete for World Championship medals September 11-14. In past years, a World Reining Championship has only been offered during the FEI World Equestrian Games held every four years. This year, teams will compete for the prestigious World Championship medals outside the WEG.
Mar 14, 2008, 15:04
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International Equestrian Festival in Wellington in December Announced
Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC announced Monday the creation of a holiday entertainment spectacular, "Celebration of the Horse," on December 3-7 at the Palm Beach Beach International Equestrian Center.
The holiday celebration will be coupled with a world class "AA" horse show.
Mark Bellissimo, Chief Executive Officer of ESP that manages the horse shows in Wellington, said that in addition to a World Cup qualifier for jumping and an application for a World Cup qualifier in dressage, plans are already underway for demonstration events in driving, eventing, vaulting and reining in an international equestrian spectacular.
Mar 12, 2008, 09:28
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Intercontinental Sport Horse Sales LLC Auction Horses are Available to View Online
The impressive selection of horses that have been handpicked from around the world by Olympian Nona Garson can now be seen online by prospective buyers.
The auction Web site for Intercontinental Sport Horse Sales LLC can be found at www.interconsporthorse.com and contains photos, a brief description and bloodlines of each horse. This group of about 30 horses contains the best selection that has been offered since the auction began in 2004. The price range of the horses varies widely, and there is something for everyone, whether it is a hunter, jumper, dressage horse or equitation mount.
Mar 12, 2008, 09:26
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2008 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series Kicks Off at Red Hills
You can almost smell the excitement in the air… and it can only mean one thing – the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series is about to kick off the 2008 season! Running from March to September, the series includes thirteen premier eventing competitions around the country, representing some of the best entertainment and most exciting action in U.S. eventing. Riders compete for prizes and prize money and trophies at each event, accumulating points in the hopes of earning the year-end purse and the coveted title of Gold Cup champions.
Mar 12, 2008, 09:24
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March Update for 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
We have developed a mid and long-term staffing plan and organizational chart for Operations through 2010 which includes the staffing for major areas such as Communications, Logistics, Maintenance, Utilities, Transportation, Security, IT/Facilities, Catering/Concessions, Competition, Discipline Managers, Course Designers, Veterinarian, and Competition Technology (Timing and Scoring).
· We are continuing to develop an Operational timeline for Venue Development, Venue Management, Security, Housing, and Transportation.
Mar 12, 2008, 09:23
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Champagne Nations Cup
In what is believed to be a first in the world, free Champagne will be served to spectators to toast the winners of the FEI Nations Cup at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center Friday night.
Teams from nine nations including newcomer New Zealand will compete in the Nations Cup, the most significant equestrian team competition in the United States.
Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded to the placegetters in the $75,000 two-round competition at the CN Winter Equestrian festival presented by Zimmerman Advertising.
Mar 10, 2008, 09:50
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