Badminton Horse Trials is one of the most prestigious riding competitions in the world. Every year, riders from all over the globe gather in the UK to take part in this event. The 2013 edition was no different and the competition was tough. But in the end, one rider emerged as the champion.
Background of the Badminton Horse Trials
The Badminton Horse Trials is an annual event held in the United Kingdom. It is one of the most prestigious equestrian events in the world and is often referred to as the “Triple Crown of Eventing”. The event is held at the Badminton Estate in Gloucestershire and consists of three days of competition. The event includes dressage, showjumping, and cross-country. The competition is open to both amateur and professional riders and takes place every May.
The 2013 Badminton Horse Trials
The 2013 Badminton Horse Trials took place from May 1-5 and saw some of the best riders from around the world. Over 100 riders from 11 countries competed in the event and the competition was fierce. The event was split into three phases: dressage, showjumping, and cross-country.
The Winners of the 2013 Badminton Horse Trials
At the end of the competition, one rider emerged as the winner. New Zealand’s Andrew Nicholson and his horse, Avebury, were the champions of the 2013 Badminton Horse Trials. Nicholson and Avebury finished the event with a score of 47.8, which was just enough to edge out second-place finisher, Germany’s Ingrid Klimke and her horse, Horseware Hale Bob II, who finished with a score of 47.9.
The Results of the Dressage Phase
The dressage phase of the Badminton Horse Trials is the first phase of the competition and is designed to test the skill of the riders in performing a series of predetermined movements. Nicholson and Avebury finished the dressage phase in first place with a score of 40.7. Klimke and Horseware Hale Bob II finished in second place with a score of 41.5.
The Results of the Showjumping Phase
The showjumping phase of the Badminton Horse Trials is designed to test the skill of the riders in controlling their horse as they navigate a series of jumps. Nicholson and Avebury again finished in first place with a score of 0.0. Klimke and Horseware Hale Bob II finished in second place with a score of 0.4.
The Results of the Cross-Country Phase
The cross-country phase of the Badminton Horse Trials is the most demanding phase and tests the skill of the riders in guiding their horse over a series of obstacles. Nicholson and Avebury again finished in first place with a score of 7.1. Klimke and Horseware Hale Bob II finished in second place with a score of 6.9.
Conclusion
The 2013 Badminton Horse Trials was a fiercely competitive event and saw some of the best riders from around the world. In the end, New Zealand’s Andrew Nicholson and his horse, Avebury, emerged as the champions of the event. They finished with a score of 47.8, which was just enough to edge out second-place finisher, Germany’s Ingrid Klimke and her horse, Horseware Hale Bob II.