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2017

OFFICIAL PROGRAM
APRIL 27 – 30

THE TWENTIETH ROLEX/USEF CCI**** CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY LAND ROVER
KENTUCKY HORSE PARK • LEXINGTON, KY • $10.00



2017 Officials Equestrian Events, Inc.

Ground Jury &
Christina Klingspor (SWE), President
Rolex
David Lee (IRL)
Nick Burton (GBR) The Official Timepiece of the United States Equestrian Federation

Jumping Judge host the 2017
Charlotte Skinner (USA)
Featuring
Technical Delegate The Twentieth Rolex/
Tom Ryckewaert (BEL) USEF CCI**** Championship
Presented by Land Rover
Assistant Technical Delegates
Andrew Bowles (NZL) FEI Recognized - USEF Recognized - USEA Registered
Tim Murray (USA) A Member Event of the Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing

Cross-Country Course Designer A Part of the FEI Classics™ Series
Derek di Grazia (USA) Land Rover is the Official Automobile of the Event

Jumping Course Designer & Presenting Sponsor of the Broadcast.
Richard Jeffery (GBR)

FEI Chief Steward
Karen Winn (USA)

Assistant FEI Chief Steward
Jan Stephens (CAN)

Veterinary Delegate
Catherine W. Kohn, V.M.D. (USA)

Associate Veterinarians
Lisa M. Crump, D.V.M. (USA)

Karen Nyrop, D.V.M. (USA)

First and Second Horse Inspections
Christina Klingspor (SWE), President

David Lee (IRL)
Nick Burton (GBR)
Catherine W. Kohn, V.M.D. (USA)

Stable Treating Veterinarians
Kent Allen, D.V.M.

Susan Johns, D.V.M.

Stable Manager
Mary Fike

Chief Farriers
Paul Dorris

Thomas Gabel

Table of Contents

2017 Officials.................................................................................................. 1
Cover Story: Michael Jung .............................................................................4
Welcome letters ...............................................................................................5
2017 Sponsors .............................................................................................. 13
Special Thanks .............................................................................................. 15

2017 RK3DE Schedule and Map.....................................FIRST FOLD-OUT

Don’t Miss …................................................................................................ 19
How to Enjoy the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event ................................ 21
Central Kentucky Riding for Hope, 2017 RK3DE Official Charity........... 23
2017 Competitors ........................................................................................................ 24
Retirement: Ballynoe Castle RM..................................................................37
Dressage Test.................................................................................................. 39
Cross-Country Test .......................................................................................47
Cross-Country Course Map......................................................................... 53
Derek di Grazia’s Guide to the Cross-Country Course.............................. 55
Jumping Test...................................................................................................77
Awards ...........................................................................................................87
Past Winners ................................................................................................. 93
The Rules of the Three-Day Event (General Conditions) ........................ 100
History of the Three-Day Event .................................................................107
Exhibitions & Demonstrations................................................................... 111
Equestrian Events, Inc. History.................................................................. 119
In Memoriam.............................................................................................. 122

Maps of Sponsor Village / Trade Fair.......................... SECOND FOLD-OUT

Trade Fair Vendors / Booth Nos................................................................. 129
Committees................................................................................................. 135

Cover: 2016 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI**** winner: fischerRocana FST and Michael Jung (GER). Photo by Ben Radvanyi
Program Publisher & Advertising: Equestrian Events, Inc. | P.O. Box 12110 | Lexington, KY 40580-2110 | (859) 233-2362
Program Design: Sumo Design
©2017. Reproduction prohibited without permission of Equestrian Events, Inc.



Photos by Ben Radvanyi

Cover Story: Michael Jung

2016 ROLEX KENTUCKY WINNER

Michael Jung of Germany is a living legend in equestrian sport. Ranked
No. 1 in the world, he is the first event rider to hold the Olympic, World
and European titles simultaneously and he has taken the sport of Three-Day
Eventing to a new level.

Jung also competes in dressage and is a highly skilled Jung has won both the Individual and Team gold medals
grand prix show jumper, making him a fierce competitor at three consecutive European Championships, and he
in any arena. has pulled off this incredible feat on three different
horses – La Biosthetique Sam FBW (2011), Halunke FBW
Jung’s 2016 competition season saw many victories and (2013) and fischerTakinou (2015). He won the Individual
history-making moments. He successfully defended his gold medal at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian
2015 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event title, becoming Games™ at the Kentucky Horse Park and added Team
just the second rider to win the Rolex Kentucky CCI4* gold and Individual silver medals at the 2014 WEG in
title on the same horse, fischerRocana FST, in two France.
consecutive years.
In 2012 Jung was honored with the Reem Acra Best
Just one week later, Jung made history again as the first Athlete Award and in 2013 he was inducted into the
German rider to win the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Eventing Riders Association’s Hall of Fame.
Horse Trials in England. That win also made him just
the second rider to win the $350,000 Rolex Grand Slam Lauren Kieffer, a member of the 2016 U.S. Olympic
of Eventing, which is awarded to any rider who wins Eventing Team and a Team gold medalist at the 2015
Rolex Kentucky, Badminton and Land Rover Burghley Pan American Games, took second place here last year
‘Four Star’ Events in succession. with Veronica, while fellow American Maya Black and
Doesn’t Play Fair finished third.
At the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, Jung made history
yet again, winning a second consecutive Individual gold
medal with La Biosthetique Sam FBW, the horse on which
he claimed Individual and Team gold medals at the 2012
Olympic Games in London.

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Stewart Wicht ROLEX WATCH U.S.A., INC.
President and 665 Fifth Avenue
Chief Executive Officer
New York, NY 10022

April 2017

Welcome to the 40th Annual Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event

Across the globe the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is considered by many to be one of
the most challenging equestrian competitions. Horse and rider must have an extraordinary
relationship to compete in each phase of the event. Success in a CCI 4* event such as the
Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is the culmination of a rider’s endless pursuit of discipline
and accuracy.

Over the past three decades, Rolex, the United States Equestrian Federation, the
Kentucky Horse Park and Equestrian Events, Inc., have worked together to ensure the
Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event remains one of the premier competitions on the U.S.
eventing calendar. The organizers are not alone in executing the event. This year over
2000 passionate volunteers contributed their valuable time to ensure the success of Rolex
Kentucky Three-Day Event. Your impact does not go unnoticed.

Over the next few days we are sure to witness some of the world’s finest displays of
eventing. More than 70 riders from around the world have their eyes set on the $400,000
purse and a Rolex timepiece. The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is part of a thrilling
quest towards the Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing title. To triumph in this ultimate equine
test, a rider must consecutively win three competitions: Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event,
Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials, and the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials.
Since its inception only two riders have been successful in achieving this historic feat.
Rolex Testimonee Pippa Funnell first captured the Grand Slam in 2003 and most recently
Michael Jung in 2016.

The excitement of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event will be available to fans throughout
the country when it airs on NBC, Sunday, May 7th from 1:30pm - 3:00pm.

On behalf of Rolex, I wish the competitors a safe and successful weekend and I thank them
for their continual commitment to the sport.

Yours sincerely,

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On behalf of Land Rover, I am delighted to welcome you to Lexington for the 2017 edition of the
Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Presented by Land Rover.
As one of six annual Four-Star Eventing competitions around the globe, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day
Event is one of the most prestigious competitions on the eventing calendar. We continue to be
astounded by the level of talent that is on display throughout the weekend each year, with every rider
exhibiting their commitment to the sport and determination to be at the top of their game.
Now in our eighth year as Official Vehicle to the United States Equestrian Federation, Land Rover
continues to be an enthusiastic supporter of the U.S. Eventing Team. In 2011 we introduced the
‘Land Rover Best Ride of the Day’ to reward the U.S. rider who is closest to the optimum cross-country
time. It has since been won by legends of the sport including Olympic Bronze Medallist, Phillip Dutton
and last year’s winner, U.S. Event Team rider, Lauren Kieffer. This year the winning rider will earn a 24
month lease to a Land Rover Discovery Sport and will be presented with the keys following the cross-
country competition on the Saturday.
We would like to invite all attendees to Land Rover’s ‘ultimate stable’ experience in the sponsor village.
It will feature the all-new Land Rover Discovery available with seven passenger seating, and a range of
top equestrian apparel and equipment along with a live farrier display.
Aside from the equestrian sport, we look forward to hosting our annual ‘Land Rover Tailgate Challenge’
which takes place on Saturday. We invite Land Rover owners to take part in the highly competitive
contest which encourages them to use their designing skills to create their take on quintessential British
tailgating. A winner will be crowned for delivering the most stylish and creative tailgate.
We also look forward to inviting ticket holders to test drive a selection of our vehicles in a specially
designed off-road demonstration course. With the opportunity to experience the newest Land Rover
models including the latest Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Evoque, Discovery Sport and
the All New Discovery, this is certainly an activity not to be missed!
Lastly for all the four-legged companions in attendance, please visit our ‘Rover Lounge’ next to the test
drive where your canine friends will be showered in treats and fresh water.
Whether you are new to the event this year, or you are returning as an experienced Rolex Kentucky
Three-Day Event goer, we extend our warmest wishes to you all for wonderful few days of world class
competition.
Sincerely,

Kim McCullough
Vice President, Marketing
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Land Rover North America
555 MacArthur Boulevard, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430
Landroverusa.com



Foreword
by the FEI President

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The riders and horses you will have the pleasure of seeing here are not only
the stars of today but also the future of our sport as they carry the hopes and
the aspirations of the next generations of fans and athletes. They are at the
top of their sport and are the role models for the values that we, as a
community, are committed to.
In whatever capacity you are attending this show, I wish you an enjoyable
IngemvaerntD, ecoVnodsucted in the best spirit of great horsemanship.
FEI President

Ingmar De Vos
FEI President



Jim Gray Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government
Mayor OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

April, 2017
Hello everyone,

Welcome to the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, where the world’s finest horses and riders come
together for equestrian competition at its very best.

Lexington, the Horse Capital of the World, has been the proud home of Rolex since 1978. It is the
ultimate equestrian competition of its kind in the United States, and one of the world’s best known and most
respected events.

Rolex brings thousands of spectators and riders from around the world to our City. You may
know Lexington for our world-famous horses and bourbon, but I also encourage you to explore the
remarkable history and culture, and the arts scene in our city. Take some time to visit our exciting downtown
and entertainment venues, go out to dinner at some of our outstanding locally owned restaurants, and
discover what’s so special about Lexington!

Enjoy your visit, and if my office can be of assistance while you are here, please let us know.
Sincerely,

Jim Gray
Mayor

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www.facebook.com/JimGrayLexKY www.twitter.com/JimGrayLexKY
200 East Main Street • Lexington, KY 40507 • (859) 425-2255 • www.lexingtonky.gov

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2017 Sponsors

Title Sponsor Noble Outfitters Supporting & Contributing Sponsors
Sponsor of Staff and Board Event
Rolex Watch U.S.A., Inc. Apparel at the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Blue Grass Airport
T he Official Timepiece of the Three-Day Event P referred Airport of the 2017
United States Equestrian Federation Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Nutrena Feed
Presenting Sponsor Platinum Performance, Inc. Bluegrass RV Supercenter
Point Two Air Vest USA, LLC Bimeda, Inc.
Land Rover North America Practical Horseman
T he Official Vehicle of the United States Professional’s Choice O fficial Sponsor of the Vet Lounge at the
Equestrian Federation Purina Animal Nutrition 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Sagmae, LLC Cross Gate Gallery
Corporate Sponsors Sarah Lynn Richards Fine Art Equestrian Living
SmartPak O fficial Media Partner of the 2017
Absorbine Startbox Online Scoring LLC Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Animals To Wear Flair Equine Nasal Strip
O fficial Show Management Software Georgetown Scott County Tourism
O fficial Sponsor of the 2017 of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Kent and Blue Seal Horse Feeds
Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Event A n Official Partner of the RK-5K
Volunteer Shirts Stübben North America Twilight Race
Bit of Britain Tito’s Handmade Vodka Kentucky Department of Travel
Blade and Bow Whiskey Official Vodka of the 2017 and Tourism
O fficial Bourbon of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Kentucky Equine Research
Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event United States Eventing Association D igital Marketing Partner of the 2017
Bliss of London Partner of Champions Live! at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Bob Mickler’s 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Kentucky Proud
Central Equipment Company and United States Pony Clubs, Inc. Longwood Antique Woods
Kubota Tractor Company Voltaire Designs USA Inc. Lover’s Leap Vineyard and Winery
Charles Owen Vetoquinol O fficial Wine of the 2017 Rolex
Cosequin Joint Health Supplements Kentucky Three-Day Event
The Chronicle of the Horse Gold Medal Sponsors Nanette and Tink Eichell
Devoucoux Inc. PHI Air Medical
O fficial Sponsor of the Cross-Country Ausley, Luce, McDermott & Segal Shapley’s
D-Box at the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Cathe Chapin Kobacker and Tipperary Equestrian
Three-Day Event UK HealthCare Emergency Services
Dubarry of Ireland Sally Crane Cox VisitLex
O fficial Sponsor of the 2017 Dubarry Martha and Howard Simpson Zeppa Studios
of Ireland Nations Team Challenge Patterson Veterinary Supplies
Equis Boutique, LLC River Lodge Equestrian Bluegrass Sponsors
Equisearch.com
A n Official Online Partner of the 2017 Silver Medal Sponsors Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment
Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
GLC Direct, LLC Foxhollow Farm, Susan Domonkos Lexington Sponsors
Guardian Horse Bedding & Steve Larkin
O fficial Bedding of the 2017 Dr. Amanda Lane with
Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event United States Hunter Jumper Georgetown Family Physicians
Horseware Ireland Association
In The Stirrup Partner of Champions Live! at the Governing Bodies
Irish Horse Gateway 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
John Deere Fédération Équestre Internationale
A n Official Partner of the Bronze Medal Sponsors S ponsor of the FEI Classics™ Series at
RK-5K Twilight Race the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day
Richland Park Horse Trials Event
Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital
The Vos Foundation United States Equestrian Federation
Vita Flex

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Don’t Miss…

Welcome to the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event! Do you have your weekend
planned? Here are some of the can’t-miss features of the Best Weekend All Year:

Double Dan Horsemanship Sunday Pre-Show equestrian champion from each Olympic equestrian
sport (Eventing, Stadium Jumping and Dressage).
Double Dan Horsemanship amazes crowds every- Moderated by Olympian Jimmy Wofford,
where with their exciting and individual brand of Champions Live! will take place after the final
entertainment. Be sure to be in your arena seats by horse inspection, approximately 9:30-11 a.m.,
noon for the Show-Jumping opening ceremonies, Sunday, in the Kentucky Club. The USEF Network
including the Double Dan Horsemanship Pre-Show. will also live stream the session.

Demonstrations and Exhibitions Marla & Oscar’s Beer Garden
in the Walnut Ring
Located across the road from the
From Tennesee Walkers to vaulters and Friesians, Rolex Stadium and Kentucky
there’s plenty of equestrian fun going on Thursday Horse Park Lake, Marla &
through Saturday in the Walnut Ring. See the full Oscar’s Beer Garden will feature
Event schedule for specific times or check the daily food along with local beer from
schedule on the RK3DE app. three Lexington microbreweries:
Blue Stallion Brewing Company,
Champions Live!
serving Country Boy Brewing and West Sixth
Free and open to anyone with a Sunday RK3DE Brewing. The new beer garden will be open only
grounds admission ticket, the new Champions during RK3DE, April 27-30.
Live! is a Sunday morning talk featuring a U.S.

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How to Enjoy the Event

SPECTATOR INFORMATION

Welcome to the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event! The following
information will help you better understand the Event and safely enjoy
watching the best of the best as they compete in the only Four-Star Event
in the United States.

Dressage (Thursday/Friday) Jumping (Sunday)

Turn to the Dressage section on p. 39 to familiarize The final exciting and colorful day of the competition
yourself with this phase and follow along as each is the Jumping Test! Turn to pages 77-85 to learn more
competitor performs the text. Remember, horses are about this phase and the stories behind the jump
“on the muscle,” fit and excited for the coming days designs. Here are some etiquette guidelines:
of competition. Though they are listening to their
rider during the more-controlled Dressage phase, • P lease maintain a respectful silence during
sounds from outside sources can interrupt their a competitor’s ride.
concentration and ruin one or more movements.
• Applause is welcome at the end of the course.
• Please maintain a respectful silence during a
competitor’s ride. Dogs on leashes at all times!

• Applause is welcome at the end of the test Dogs are not allowed in Rolex Stadium, any of the
after the rider has saluted. grandstands or the hospitality tents. The Lexington
Humane Society is located by the campground
Cross-Country (Saturday) entrance near the Head of the Lake and will provide
doggie daycare for a small donation.
Turn to the Cross-Country section (pages 47-75) for
a map of the course, drawings of each obstacle and a Competitors
guide by course designer Derek di Grazia. Cross-
Country is the most exciting part of the Three-Day The competitors section (pages 24-35) has an
Event, and you will without a doubt be caught up in alphabetical listing of horses and riders followed
the excitement! Since you are able to get very close to by a numerical listing of horses and riders that lists
the action, please remember the following: each horse’s color, sex, breed, height, age and recent
competition results.
• After a rider and horse have successfully negotiated
an obstacle, your applause is welcome; however Order of Go / Ride Times
you may unintentionally cause a competitor to be
eliminated if you shout encouragement or directions Individual times for Dressage and Cross-Country Tests,
to a rider on course. and the Jumping Test Order of Go for the riders are
available in the Event information booths in the Rolex
• The horse and rider always have the right of way. Stadium and the Trade Fair, the Event box office and
on the Rolex Kentucky web site: www.RK3DE.org, and
• Please remain outside the Galloping Lanes and only on the official Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event app.
use the designated cross-over points to cross them.
Results
• Stewards will blow a whistle when a horse is
approaching. Competition results are kept up to date on the Master
Scoreboard, located in the Rolex Stadium. The score-
• P lease keep close track of your children for their board is updated continuously.
safety as well as that of the competitors.
Results are also available on the official Rolex Kentucky
• Dogs must be kept on leashes at all times. Three-Day Event app and the Rolex Kentucky Web
site — www.RK3DE.org. Printed results can be found
• P lease follow all crowd controllers’ directions; they at the Event information booths in the Rolex Stadium
are there to keep you and the competitors safe. and the Trade Fair at the end of each day.

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Central Kentucky Riding for Hope

The official charity of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
presented by Land Rover

Central Kentucky Riding for Hope is a 35-year-old Each year, several fundraising efforts take place over the
nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the course of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, with
community by improving the quality of life and the proceeds benefiting the official charity. This year those
health of individuals with special physical, cognitive, fundraisers are:
emotional and social needs through therapeutic
activities with the horse. • A Farm-to-Table dinner held in the famous Big Barn
at the Kentucky Horse Park on Thursday, April 27,
“We are honored and grateful to be named the Official featuring a special menu of locally sourced Kentucky
Charity of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event,” ingredients prepared by local celebrity chefs.
said Pat Kline, Executive Director of CKRH. “Partner-
ing with this world-class event will bring awareness to • T he 3rd annual RK-5K Twilight Run across the Horse
the horse-human bond that enables participants to focus Park Grounds on Friday, April 28.
on their abilities. CKRH is proud to share the Healing
Power of the Horse with the thousands of horse • A Bag Check Station on the RK3DE grounds each
enthusiasts attending this year’s Rolex Kentucky.” day of the competition, manned by Central Kentucky
Riding for Hope volunteers. Donations go to CKRH.

For more information on these opportunities, visit
www.RK3DE.org, and to learn more about the Central
Kentucky Riding for Hope, please visit www.ckrh.org.

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Competitor List

OFFICIAL RIDE TIMES CAN BE FOUND AT THE EVENT INFORMATION BOOTHS.

The competitor list below is arranged alphabetically by rider. The competitor
names on the following pages are arranged by competitor number.

Ride Times and Result Sheets Alliston, James (GBR)................................... 2 Parker
will be available each day Backus, Madeline (USA).............................. 16 P S Arianna
at the Event Information Baxter, Andrea (USA)................................... 42 Indy 500
Booths in the Rolex Stadium, Bennett-Awad, Hawley (CAN)..................... 27 Jollybo
the Trade Fair and the Event Bourke, Tim (IRL)......................................... 53 Luckaun Quality
Box Office, as well as on the Brown, Matthew (USA)................................ 57 Super Socks BCF
RK3DE Web site and mobile Burnett, Hannah Sue (USA)........................ 9 Harbour Pilot
app. Dressage Test ride times Burnett, Hannah Sue (USA)........................ 49 Under Suspection
will be available starting Caras, Jenny (USA)....................................... 28 Fernhill Fortitude
Thursday. Cross-Country Caravella, Holly Payne (USA)..................... 38 Never Outfoxed
Test ride times will be Coleman III, William (USA)....................... 6 Obos O’Reilly
available shortly after the Coleman III, William (USA)....................... 64 Tight Lines
last Dressage Test on Friday. Cooper, Courtney (USA)............................. 14 Who’s A Star
The Jumping Test order of go Cousins, Sarah (USA)................................... 15 Tsunami
will be available shortly after Davidson, Bruce (Buck) (USA).................... 37 Copper Beach
the second horse inspection Davidson, Bruce (Buck) (USA).................... 7 Park Trader
Sunday morning. Davidson, Bruce (Buck) (USA).................... 68 Petite Flower
Doughty-Hume, Ellen (USA)....................... 44 Sir Oberon
Dutton, Phillip (USA)................................... 36 Fernhill Fugitive
Dutton, Phillip (USA)................................... 5 I’m Sew Ready
Dutton, Phillip (USA)................................... 66 Mr. Medicott
Faudree, Will (USA)...................................... 62 PFun
Fergusson, Lisa Marie (CAN)...................... 43 Honor Me
Fulton, Savannah (USA)............................... 56 Captain Jack
Halliday-Sharp, Elisabeth (USA)................. 35 Fernhill By Night
Heard, Lillian (USA)..................................... 55 LCC Barnaby
Heard, Lillian (USA)..................................... 10 Share Option
Jacks-Smither, Holly (CAN)......................... 63 More Inspiration
Jung, Michael (GER)..................................... 54 fischerRocana FST
Keogh, Aidan (IRL)....................................... 47 Master Tredstep
Kieffer, Lauren (USA)................................... 1 Landmark’s Monte Carlo

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Kieffer, Lauren (USA)................................... 33 Vermiculus
Kieffer, Lauren (USA)................................... 65 Veronica
Linstedt, Jordan (USA)................................. 58 Revitavet Capato
Livio, Maxime (FRA).................................... 24 Qalao Des Mers
Martin, Boyd (USA)...................................... 11 Cracker Jack
Martin, Boyd (USA)...................................... 61 Steady Eddie
Martin, Caroline (USA)................................ 30 Spring Easy
Martin, Kurt (USA)....................................... 41 Delux Z
McDonough, Rachel (CAN)........................ 40 Irish Rhythm
McFall, Jennifer (USA)................................. 32 High Times
Meyer, Joe (NZL)........................................... 4 Clip Clop
Meyerhoff, Robert (USA)............................. 45 Dunlavin’s Token
Moguel, Daniela (MEX)............................... 26 Cecelia
Montgomery, Clark (USA)........................... 46 Loughan Glen
O’Hanlon, Selena (CAN)............................. 18 Foxwood High
Payne, Doug (USA)....................................... 60 Vandiver
Phoenix, Jessica (CAN)................................. 3 A Little Romance
Phoenix, Jessica (CAN)................................. 67 Bentley’s Best
Phoenix, Jessica (CAN)................................. 34 Pavarotti
Prather, Kelly (USA)..................................... 31 Truly Wiley
Price, Tim (NZL)........................................... 59 Ringwood Sky Boy
Roberts, Waylon (CAN)............................... 39 Kelecyn Cognac
Ruppel, Katie (USA)..................................... 8 Houdini
Rutledge, Colleen (USA).............................. 13 Covert Rights
Sacksen, Allie (USA)..................................... 23 Sparrow’s Nio
Schmolze, Kristin (USA).............................. 19 Ballylaffin Bracken
Severson, Kim (USA).................................... 51 Cooley Cross Border
Sexton. Bunnie (USA)................................... 17 Rise Against
Springer, Allison (USA)................................ 29 Arthur
Sylvester, Erin (USA).................................... 22 Mettraise
Symansky, Lynn (USA)................................ 20 Donner
Tindall, Zara (GBR)...................................... 52 High Kingdom
Wallace, Elisa (USA)..................................... 21 Simply Priceless
Wentworth, Jolie (USA)................................ 25 Good Knight
White, Sharon (USA).................................... 48 Cooley on Show
Wood, Ryan (AUS)........................................ 50 Fernhill Classic

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03 Kieffer, Lauren – Landmark’s Monte Carlo HISTORY
04 Grey, ISH/TB (USA), Gelding, 16.2 h.h., 11
05 Formula One – Glamour In 2017, placed 4th in the Advanced Carolina International Horse Trials
06 Owners: Jacqueline Mars , The Plains, VA (NC). In 2016, placed 18th in the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
07 Breeder: Jacqueline Mars (KY) and placed 12th in the CCI3* Fair Hill International Three-Day Event
08 (MD).
09 Alliston, James – Parker
10 Bay, Thoroughbred (USA), Gelding, 16.3 h.h., 15 In 2016, placed 3rd in the CCI3* Galway Downs International Horse Trials
11 Marquetry – Hello Mom (CA), placed 4th in the CIC3* Woodside International Horse Trials (CA) and
13 Owner: James Alliston, San Ramon, CA placed 4th in the CCI3* Event at Rebecca Farm (MT).
14 Breeder: Colonial Farms
In 2017, placed 16th in the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
Phoenix, Jessica – A Little Romance In 2016, completed the CCI4* Rio Olympic Games (BRA) and placed 6th
Bay, TB/Trak (CAN), Mare, 16 h.h., 12 in the CIC3* Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event (NJ).
A Fine Romance – Samland Furstin
Owner: Donald Leschied, South Woodslee, ON In 2017, placed 10th in the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
Breeder: Donald Leschied In 2016, placed 5th in the CIC3* Ocala Jockey Club International Three-
Day Event (FL) and placed 2nd in the CIC3* Poplar Place Farm Horse
Meyer, Joe – Clip Clop Trials (GA).
Bay, ISH (IRL), Gelding, 16.2 h.h., 14
Crosstown Dancer – Terrific Star In 2017 placed 9th in the CIC2* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
Owners: Madison Foote, Theresa Foote and Joe Meyer, In 2016, placed 4th in the CCI3* Fair Hill International Three-Day Event
Okemos, MI (MD) and placed 3rd in the CIC3* Plantation Field International Horse
Trials (PA).
Dutton, Phillip – I’m Sew Ready
Dark Bay, KWPN (NED), Gelding, 16.1 h.h., 13 In 2017, placed 8th in the CIC2* Carolina International Horse Trials (NC).
Lupicor – Jarda In 2016, placed 11th in the CCI3* Blenheim Palace International Horse
Owners: Kristine and John Norton, Bellingham, WA Trials (GBR) and placed 6th in the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Breeder: G.Vos (KY).

Coleman III, William – Obos O’Reilly In 2017, placed 7th in the Advanced Rocking Horse Winter Horse Trials
Bay, ISH (IRL), Gelding,16.2 h.h., 14 (FL). In 2016, placed 15th in the CCI3* Fair Hill International Three-Day
Obos Quality 004 – Omard Clover Queen Event (MD) and completed the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Owner: Four Star Eventing Group, Gordonsville, VA (KY).
Breeder: Brian O’Reilly
In 2016, placed 13th in the CIC3* Ocala Jockey Club International
Davidson, Bruce (Buck) – Park Trader Three-Day Event (FL), won the Advanced Richland Park Horse Trials (MI)
Bay, ISH (IRL), Gelding,16.2 h.h.,15 and completed the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY).
Master Imp – Ballyhast Polly
Owners: Carl and Cassandra Segal, Unionville, PA In 2017, won the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL). In 2016,
Breeder: Christopher Bailey placed 5th in the CCI3* Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials (GBR)
and placed 15th in the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY).
Ruppel, Katie – Houdini
Chestnut, Thoroughbred (USA), Gelding, 16.3 h.h., 13 In 2017, placed 8th in the Advanced Carolina International Horse Trial
Hot Rock – Nancy's Star (NC) and won the Advanced Pine Top Horse Trials (GA). In 2016, placed
Owner: Katie Ruppel, Anthony, FL 24th in the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY).
Breeders: Cecil and Hilda Louise Foster
In 2017, placed 12th in the CIC3* Carolina International Horse Trials (NC).
Burnett, Hannah Sue – Harbour Pilot In 2016, placed 2nd in the CIC3* Plantation Field International Horse Trials
Bay, ISH (USA), Gelding, 16 h.h., 14 (PA) and placed 10th in the CCI4* Luhmühlen Horse Trials (GER).
Cruising – Shanon
Owner: Jacqueline Mars, The Plains, VA In 2017, placed 13th in the CIC3* Carolina International Horse Trials (NC).
Breeder: Jacqueline Mars In 2016, placed 3rd in the CIC3* Fork Horse Trials (NC) and won the CIC3*
Pine Top Horse Trials (GA).
Heard, Lillian – Share Option
Chestnut, TB Cross (IRL), Gelding, 16.1 h.h., 15 In 2017, placed 9th in the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
Owner: Lillian Heard, Hamilton, VA In 2016, completed the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY) and
placed 16th in the Advanced Fork Horse Trials (NC).
Martin, Boyd – Cracker Jack
Grey, Thoroughbred (USA), Gelding, 16.1 h.h., 14
Aberjack – Santa’s Slave
Owner: Lucy Boynton Lie, Conway, NH
Breeder: Lucy Boynton Lie

Rutledge, Colleen – Covert Rights
Bay, TB Cross (USA), Gelding, 16.3 h.h., 11
Bff Incognito – Let’s Get it Right
Owner: Colleen Rutledge, Frederick, MD
Breeder: Lisa Reid

Cooper, Courtney – Who's A Star
Bay, ISH/NZL TB (USA), Gelding, 16.3 h.h., 13
Aberjack – Heavenly Star
Owners: Neal Camens and Courtney Cooper,
Nottingham, PA
Breeders: Courtney Cooper and Neal Camens

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17 Cousins, Sarah – Tsunami HISTORY
18 Bay, Thoroughbred (USA), Mare, 16.3 h.h.,18
19 Roanoke – Tsu Tsu Slew In 2016, placed 8th in the Advanced Horse Park of New Jersey Horse
Owner: Sarah Cousins, West Grove, PA Trials (NJ), placed 30th in the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY)
20 and placed 10th in the Intermediate Carolina International Horse Trials
21 Backus, Madeline – P S Arianna (NC).
22 Bay, Trakehner (USA), Mare, 15.3 h.h., 16
23 Ibsen – Amazing Raven In 2017, placed 4th in the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
24 Owner: Madeline Backus, Larkspur, CO In 2016, placed 15th in the CIC3* Plantation Field International Horse
25 Breeders: Dennis and Lee Ackermann Trials (PA) and placed 13th in the CCI3* Jersey Fresh International
26 Three-Day Event (NJ).
27 Sexton, Bunnie – Rise Against
28 Bay, Thoroughbred (USA), Gelding, 16.2 h.h., 18 In 2017, placed 10th in the Advanced Twin Rivers Horse Trials (CA).
Far Out East – April Betty In 2016, placed 3rd in the CIC3* Event at Rebecca Farm (MT) and
Owner: Bunnie Sexton. Santa Ynez, CA completed the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY).
Breeder: Oakcrest Stables
In 2017, won the Advanced Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL). In
O’Hanlon, Selena – Foxwood High 2016, placed 21st in the CICO3* Great Meadow International FEI Nations
Bay, Canadian SH (CAN), Gelding, 17.2 h.h., 14 Cup (VA) and placed 7th in the CIC3* Bromont Three-Day Event (CAN).
Rio Bronco W – Evita II
Owners: John and Judy Rumble, Schomberg, ON In 2017, placed 11th in the Intermediate Pine Top Horse Trials (GA).
Breeder: Epstein Equestrian Inc. In 2016, placed 3rd in the Intermediate Pine Top Horse Trials (GA). In
2015, placed 30th in the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY).
Schmolze, Kristin – Ballylaffin Bracken
Bay, ISH (IRL), Gelding, 17 h.h., 17 In 2017, placed 6th in the CIC3* Carolina International Horse Trials (NC).
Ricardo Z – Ballylaffin Florence In 2016, placed 6th in the CIC3* Ocala Jockey Club International Three-
Owners: Janet and Craig Geiler and Kristin Schmolze, Day Event (FL) and placed 12th in the CICO3* Great Meadow International
Pittstown, NJ FEI Nations Cup (VA).
Breeder: Catherine Long
In 2016, placed 14th in the CCI4* Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials (GBR),
Symansky, Lynn – Donner placed 8th in the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY) and placed
Dark Brown, Thoroughbred (USA), Gelding,17.1 h.h., 14 20th in the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
Gorky Park – Smart Jane
Owners: The Donner Syndicate LLC, Middleburg, VA In 2017, completed the CIC3* Carolina International Horse Trials (NC). In
Breeder: Wilson Securities Corp. 2016, placed 10th in the CIC3* Plantation Field International Horse Trials
(PA) and placed 5th in the CCI3* Bromont Three-Day Event (CAN).
Wallace, Elisa – Simply Priceless
Bay, Thoroughbred (AUS), Gelding, 16.3 h.h., 16 In 2017, placed 9th in the CIC3* Pine Top Horse Trials (GA). In 2016,
Waterford Road – Faux Franc placed 29th in the CIC3* Carolina International Horse Trials (NC) and
Owners: Simply Priceless Syndicate LLC, Jasper, GA placed 10th in the CIC3* Pine Top Horse Trials (GA).

Sylvester, Erin – Mettraise In 2016, won the CCI4* Etoiles de Pau (FRA), placed 2nd in the CCI4*
Dark Bay, Thoroughbred (USA), Mare, 16.3 h.h., 13 Luhmühlen International Horse Trials (GER) and placed 2nd in the CIC3*
Metfield – Spin A Yarn Marbach International Horse Trials (GER).
Owners: Spike and Jeanne Sylvester, Hingham, MA
Breeder: Katrina H. Becker In 2017, placed 5th in the Intermediate Twin Rivers Winter Horse Trials
(CA). In 2016, placed 5th in the CIC3* Copper Meadows Horse Trials (CA).
Sacksen, Allie – Sparrow's Nio In 2015, placed 3rd in the CIC3* Galway Downs International Horse Trials
Grey, Connemara/TB (USA), Gelding, 15.3 h.h., 14 (CA).
Grange Finn Sparrow – JB
Owner: Allie Sacksen, West Grove, PA In 2017, placed 5th in the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
Breeder: Jennifer Jones In 2016, placed 28th in the CCI4* Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (KY)
and placed 25th in the CIC3* Red Hills International Horse Trials (FL).
Livio, Maxime – Qalao Des Mers
Bay, Selle Francais (FRA), Gelding, 16.1 h.h., 13 In 2017, placed 3rd in the Advanced Twin Rivers Winter Horse Trials (CA).
Iolisco De Quinhon – Ucaria De Crestian In 2016, placed 19th in the CCI3* Fair Hill International Three-Day Event
Owner: S.C.E.A. Ecurie Livio, FRA (MD) and placed 3rd in the CCI3* Event at Rebecca Farm (MT).
Breeder: Mlle Isabelle Debruyne
In 2016, placed 6th in the CCI3* Fair Hill International Three-Day Event
Wentworth, Jolie – Good Knight (MD), placed 9th in the CCI3*U25 Bramham International Horse Trials
Bay, Selle Francais (USA), Gelding, 16 h.h., 15 (GBR) and placed 5th in the CIC2* Jersey Fresh International Three-Day
Jamestown – Black Diamond III Event (NJ).
Owner: Tracy Bowman, Martinez, CA
Breeder: Kingridge Stables

Moguel, Daniela – Cecelia
Bay, Thoroughbred (NZL), Mare, 16 h.h., 14
Connecticut – Penny Stock
Owners: Aurelio Quinzaños and
Jorge Eduardo Mtz Castrejon, Ciudad de México, MEX

Bennett-Awad, Hawley – Jollybo
Bay, British SH (GBR), Mare, 15.3 h.h., 13
Jumbo – Polly Coldunnell
Owner: Hawley Bennett-Awad, Temecula, CA
Breeder: Mrs. S. Dunsden

Caras, Jenny – Fernhill Fortitude
Bay, ISH (IRL), Gelding, 16.2 h.h., 13
Courage II – Misty Matilda
Owner: Jenny Caras, Cartersville, GA
Breeder: Geraldine Costello

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Retirement

Equestrian Events, Inc. is pleased to celebrate Ballynoe Castle RM’s formal
retirement from competition on Sunday of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day
Event, a place where Reggie had great success.

A plain bay horse, with a tiny white star just below his Photo by stockimageservices.com
forelock. Although a technically accurate description,
nothing could be further from the truth. While he might Buck Davidson on Ballynoe Castle RM
not catch your eye standing out in a field, when “Reggie”
moves, and puts on his game face, no horse has ever BALLYNOE CASTLE RM
exhibited more presence or determination.
Bay Irish Sport Horse Gelding (IRL), 16.1 h.h., 2000.
Reggie’s story is one of a huge human family that has Ramiro B – Ballyvaldon Natalie, Blue Laser
been with him since he arrived in the United States as Breeder: Sylvester Cullen, Wexford, Ireland
a 6-year-old. Owners: Carl and Cassandra Segal, Pottersville, NJ
Rider: Bruce (Buck) Davidson, Jr.,
Ballynoe Castle RM, “Reggie,” was purchased by Carl Riegelsville, NJ & Ocala, FL
and Cassie Segal. Joining his hands-on owners would be Groom: Kathleen Blauth-Murray
his rider for his entire upper-level career, Buck Davidson,
his groom Kathleen Blauth (now Murray), who would As a thank you to Reggie’s groom, Kathleen Blauth-
become his best friend (and he hers), veterinarians Murray, Buck gave her the ride on Reggie before his
Brendan Furlong and Nathan Mitts, farrier Brice formal retirement. He wanted Kathleen’s name on
Phillips, and Matt and Jessica Kiener, caretaker and Reggie’s permanent competition record. They added
rider for the Segal’s Apple Hill Farm in New Jersey. another 13 points in Training Level Horse Trials in
Apple Hill is where Reggie spends his summers and Florida, to bring Reggie’s total to 1,676. In a special
Buck’s farm in Ocala his winters. tribute, Kathleen is performing the Dressage Test Ride
on Reggie Thursday morning (see page 41).
In his first FEI competition, the 2006 FEI NAJYRC in
Bromont (CAN), Reggie and Buck won the CCIO1* – His entire record in horse trials, CICs and CCIs would
a loud announcement of his entry into the competition take pages. Reggie was busy for a solid 10 years 2 months
pool in North America. He moved through the levels with many other wins and placings.
quickly. He completed 35 FEI competitions with Buck,
including six CCI****s and a slew of CIC***s, with 11 Reggie is described by Buck as “consistent, loyal, smart,
top-three finishes. He represented the U.S. in two Event- hard-working, fiercely competitive, driven, an all-around
ing World Championships of the FEI World Equestrian great guy and beautiful to look at.”
Games, Kentucky in 2010 and France in 2014.

He won the CIC** at Red Hills (FL) in 2007, his second
year in the United States. He was 15th in his first foray
at the Four-Star level, the 2009 Rolex Kentucky and then
went to England to place 11th at the Burghley (ENG)
CCI**** in September. He tackled the Badminton
CCI**** in 2011, finishing 21st. Buck and Reggie won
the Richland Park CIC*** twice, in 2011 and 2015. They
placed 4th at Rolex Kentucky in 2013, garnering Buck
the USEF Four Star Championship, the USET Pinnacle
Cup, for the highest-placing American. They came back
to Kentucky in 2014 and placed 4th.

In January 2015, Reggie became the highest-scoring
horse on the U.S. Eventing Association’s (USEA) High
Score Horse roster with 1,377 points, adding more
points through 2016 for a total of 1,676 points amassed
with Buck as rider.

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Dressage Test

EVALUATES THE OBEDIENCE AND SUPPLENESS OF THE HORSE

Photos by stockimageservices.com

Purpose EVENT GLANCE

DRESSAGE — the harmonious development of the physique and ability of the Day/Time
horse — is one of the oldest training methods with respect to horses. It is based on Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
age-old principles of horsemanship and makes the horse calm, supple and keen to Friday: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
the aids, thus achieving perfect understanding and cooperation with its rider. The
Dressage Test requires that each competitor perform a set pattern of movements Location
to test this horsemanship, each movement being independently marked by a Rolex Stadium
panel of judges known as the Ground Jury. In addition, the competitor is given a
score for what are known as the Collective Marks, judgments based on the paces, Ride Times
impulsion and submission of the horse, and the position and seat of the rider as Ride Times can be found at
well as their correct use of the aids. the Event information booths,
online at RK3DE.org
The Three-Day Event is scored entirely on a penalty basis, and the Dressage score or on the RK3DE app.
each rider receives is converted to a penalty score. The purpose of including a
Dressage Test in a Three-Day Event is much the same as that for including
compulsory figures in the short program of competitive figure skating — to
ensure that the proper foundation has been laid for the broader demands of the
complete competition. Dressage is the basis for the successful completion of the
jumping tests that are to come, for without obedience, ability, cooperation and
suppleness, horse and rider leave their performance in these tests to chance.

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DRESSAGE (CONTINUED)

DRESSAGE TEST RIDE Photo by stockimageservices.com

Kathleen Blauth-Murray (USA) and Ballynoe Castle RM

Ballynoe Castle RM (Reggie) is legendary in the world of Eventing. He is being
officially retired at Rolex Kentucky Sunday, so this will be his last performance
in the Rolex Stadium at the Kentucky Horse Park. (Read more about Reggie
on page 37.)

His sole rider in competition up to 2017 has been Buck Davidson. But Reggie’s
story wouldn’t be the success it has been without his faithful groom and best friend,
Kathleen Murray, who rides him today to provide the test ride that enables the
Ground Jury to compare how they score the competition test movements.

In Buck Davidson’s words: “Kathleen and Reggie are truly what people envision when they talk about a girl and
her horse. I have never seen anything get the service that Reggie gets. Every day he gets the best room service,
the best maid, the best hair dresser, the best groomer and, most importantly, a best friend from Kathleen. Then
the poor thing gets me as the rider! Who said life is fair! Actually, in the last few years in his career Kathleen did
most of the riding on Reggie. Without Kathleen, there is no chance Reggie would have become the horse that
he became.”

ERRORS OF THE COURSE All of the following are considered errors and two points
will be deducted per error, but they are not cumulative
The test must be executed from memory. All errors and will not result in elimination:
of course or a wrong sequence of movements, whether • Entering the space around arena with a whip
the bell is sounded or not, will be penalized as follows: • Entering the Dressage arena with a whip
1st Error 2 points • N ot entering the arena within 45 seconds after the
2nd Error 4 points
3rd Error Elimination bell but within 90 seconds
• Entering the arena before the sound of the bell

SCORING DRESSAGE ARENA FK Enter
D 5m 5m A 5m
10 Excellent QUARTER
9 Very Good LINE PV 5m
8 Good L
7 Fairly Good CENTER
6 Satisfactory LINE BE
5 Sufficient X
4 Insufficient QUARTER
3 Fairly Bad LINE RS
2 Bad I
1 Very Bad STANDARD ARENA 20m x 60m
0 Not Executed MH
G

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DRESSAGE (CONTINUED) Each of the movements of the test and the four sets of
collective marks are awarded marks from 0 to 10 by each
The Dressage Test is held on the first day of the Event, of the three judges. The good marks are added together
and although often the tests run for a period of two days for each judge, deducting any error of course or test.
because of the number of horses, each horse and rider For each judge the percentage of maximum possible
combination performs only one test. Riders at The Rolex good marks obtainable is then calculated to two decimal
Kentucky Three-Day Event 2017 will be riding the FEI places. This value is shown as the individual mark from
2017 Eventing Four Star (****) Dressage Test A. that judge. The average percentage for the competitor
is obtained by adding together the percentage for each
Marks judge and dividing by the number of judges, always
rounding the result to two decimal digits. To convert
The judging of the Dressage Test is the only subjective average percentage into penalty points, this number
evaluation that is a part of the Three-Day Event. Rather must be subtracted from 100, and the resulting total
than judging one horse against another, the judges are multiplied by 1.5 to place the Dressage Test in the proper
evaluating the horse’s movements in relation to the ideal. relationship with the other two tests of the Three-Day
The perfection of the Grand Prix Dressage Horse, which Event. The resulting figure (rounded to one decimal
is a specialist, is not expected; the judges are looking for digit) is the score in penalty points for the test.
a well-schooled horse that is supple and obedient, keen
and fit, yet calm.

2017 FEI EVENTING 4* DRESSAGE TEST A Time: From entrance to final salute – approx 5 minutes

A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS PTS
I Enter at collected canter Regularity, rhythm, and straightness of the canter. 10
C Halt, salute, proceed collected trot Transitions to halt, immobility, contact and poll.
C-H-S Track left Transition to collected trot. Balance of the turn. 10
S-F Collected trot Regularity, rhythm, elasticity and lengthening of strides and frame. Transitions.
F-A Change rein in medium trot 10
After A Collected trot Angle, uniformity of bend, regularity and elasticity of steps. 10
Between Turn down quarter line, shoulder-in right
V&L 10
M-C Half-pass right to M Regularity and quality of trot, collection, balance. 10
After C Collected trot Flexion, uniformity of bend, fluency, crossing of legs.
Between Turn down quarter line, shoulder-in left Angle, uniformity of bend, regularity and elasticity of steps. 10
S&I 10
F Half-pass left to F Regularity and quality of trot, collection, balance. Flexion, uniform bend, 10
K-X-M Collected trot fluency, crossing of legs. 10
M Extended trot 10
Collected trot Extension and regularity of steps, elasticity, balance and lengthening of frame. 10
C Transitions to and from 10
C Extended trot Rhythm and engagement of the hind leg into extended trot and returning to collected trot. 10
Halt 10
C-H-S Rein back 5 steps, proceed Transition, engagement and immobility.
S-R-M in medium walk Accuracy, regularity of steps, straightness, balance and acceptance of contact in
Medium walk the rein back, transition to walk.
M Half circle left extended walk Regularity of steps, rhythm, outline and acceptance of contact.
C Regularity, lengthening of steps and outline, relaxation and suppleness with
S-F Medium walk swing over back.
Collected canter left lead Precise execution of the transitions, fluency, regularity, rhythm, balance and straightness.
F Change rein medium canter
Rhythm and length of frame and stride. Engagement of hind legs.
Collected canter and flying change Balance and self-carriage in medium canter.
Straightness and quality of transition to collected canter. Precise execution of flying
change. Flying change on the aids, with uphill tendency and expression.

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DRESSAGE (CONTINUED)

V-I TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS PTS
I Half pass right Quality of collected canter. Ground cover and bend in half-pass. 10
C Straight ahead Straightness on center line.
M-X-K Track right 10
K Extended canter Transition into extended canter. Rhythm, length of stride and frame. Straightness 10
10
P-I Collected canter and flying change Transition to collected canter. 10
I Flying change on the aids, with uphill tendency and expression.
C Half-pass left Quality of collected canter. 10
C Straight ahead Ground cover and bend in half-pass. Straightness on center line. 10
H-B Circle left 20 meters, allowing the horse Maintenance of rhythm and balance. Gradually stretching forward and downward, 10
to stretch forward and down. maintaining contact with stretch over the back. Bend. Retaking reins without resistance. 10
B-K Collected canter 240
Flying change crossing center line Collected canter. Precise execution of flying change, on the aids with uphill tendency
A and expression.
L Flying change crossing center line Collected canter. Precise execution of flying change, on the aids with uphill tendency
I and expression.
Down center line Regularity and quality of trot, collection and balance. Straightness on center line.
Collected trot
Halt, salute Transition to halt. Immobility during salute.

Leave the arena at a free walk Sub-total
on a long rein at A

COLLECTIVE MARKS DIRECTIVE IDEAS PTS
Paces Freedom and regularity. 10
Impulsion Desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness of the back 10
and engagement of hind quarters.
Submission 10
Rider Attention and confidence, harmony, lightness and ease of movements,
straightness; acceptance of bridle and lightness of forehand. 10
Position and seat, correct use and effectiveness of aids. 280

Total

To be deducted:
Errors of the course and errors of Execution are penalized:
1st time = 2 marks
2nd time = 4 marks
3rd time = elimination
Other errors : Two points per error to be deducted

Total

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Photo by Ben Radvanyi

Cross-Country Test

COMPETITORS GALLOP OVER FOUR MILES OF CHALLENGING TERRAIN.

The day following Dressage is the highlight of Eventing, the Cross-Country
Obstacle Test, which demonstrates the speed and jumping ability of the horse across
country over a variety of solid natural obstacles.

At the same time, it demonstrates the rider’s knowledge of pace and horseman- EVENT GLANCE
ship in variable conditions across country. Cross-Country is a test of the horse
and rider’s complete confidence in one another. While the rider walks the course Day/Time
and determines the best lines of travel, the horse does not try the terrain or the Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
obstacles it will be asked to negotiate until the moment is at hand.
Location
Cross-Country is the most important part of the entire event, and so carries the Cross-Country Course
most weight in accumulation of penalty marks. Refusals are severely penalized,
but the manner in which the horse takes an obstacle does not have an effect. Ride Times
Ride Times can be found at
the Event Information Booths,
online at RK3DE.org
or on the RK3DE app.

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