The Travers Stakes, known as the "Midsummer Derby," is a prestigious Grade 1 thoroughbred race held annually at Saratoga Race Course since 1864. This 1 1/4-mile dirt race for three-year-olds has a rich history featuring legendary horses like Man...
Guy Avis, 76, a lifelong member of the Heythrop Hunt and performer with Giffords Circus, died accidentally on November 2, 2024, after falling from his horse Jasper during a trail hunt near Stow on the Wold, Gloucestershire. The horse...
Cobs and cob-types are often underestimated in dressage, yet they possess qualities such as intelligence, willingness, and a strong work ethic that can lead to success in the arena. Experienced trainers and judges emphasize the importance of patience, consistency,...
Patricia Arquette, who played Kissin' Kate Barlow in the 2003 film adaptation of Louis Sachar's book Holes, revealed in a recent interview that she struggled with horseback riding during filming due to her height, relying heavily on a stunt...
The 2025 U.S. dressage Festival of Champions at HITS Chicago Lamplight Equestrian Center showcased top young talent and promising horses across multiple national championships. Claire Tucker and her Hanoverian gelding Finnur won the Adequan®/USEF Junior dressage National Championship with...
The new Ross Exposition Center at the Lorain County Fairgrounds in Wellington has opened as a versatile, climate-controlled 67,000-square-foot venue designed to host a wide range of events year-round. Located next to the new open-air arena and campground, the...
