Badminton Horse Trials - Cancelled.

Read here : http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/397/312453.html

Whilst a shame for the riders, owners, spectators etc, I think it's a very wise move!

That is a shame but I guess its just something that happens sometimes


I have to say I am kinda enjoying for once that its not us having the vile wet weather

Gutted

I had a feeling it might be cancelled last week but people said I was being silly!

Gutted, but not surprised

Was going on Sunday too

What a shame but do think it's a good move.

Helen

Lots of other BE Events being cancelled, I'm surprised at those still running, Moreton Morrell has gone but Broadway are still taking entries, mind you they're on a good hill!

As said already many BE events/XC events/outdoor shows have already been cancelled due to too wet or dry ground conditions.

Big shame as I enjoy watching events like badminton, but the ground is too dangerous

I agree it's a real shame, I love watching Badminton each year! Though it's definitely the right choice in terms of safety.

Horse safety first!! Fortunately common-sense has prevailed It is just so unfortunate for this to happen prior to our Olympics. I do feel sorry for William Fox-Pitt who won't now have the chance to be able to complete the 'triple' having won Burghley and then the Lexington, Kentucky (he's getting 'old') however a small price to pay for safety.
It presumably will also effect 100s of businesses i.e stall holders and all of the local B&Bs who must all be feeling the pinch with the recession anyway.
All of you who have been to watch in person will appreciate the size of the fences, for those of you who haven't, I don't think the TV coverage shows the ENORMOUS size of the course ,,,,,, it's HUGE

isnt this the one with the nasty jumps?