Badminton Horse Trials is one of the most prestigious equestrian events in the world and 2022 was no exception. Each year, riders from all over the world come to compete in this event, which is held at the beautiful Badminton Estate in Gloucestershire, England. This year’s event was held from the 5th to the 9th of May, and it was filled with exciting performances and thrilling finishes. Here’s a look back at what happened at Badminton Horse Trials 2022.
History of the Event
Badminton Horse Trials have been held since 1949 when His Grace, The Duke of Beaufort, decided to host a three-day event in the grounds of his Badminton Estate. Since then, it has grown to become one of the most prestigious equestrian events in the world, attracting riders from all over the world.
Overview of the 2022 Event
The 2022 Badminton Horse Trials drew in riders from over 20 countries and was a thrilling event for all who attended. The week-long event was divided into four phases: Dressage, Cross-Country, Show Jumping, and Final Round. The dressage phase took place on the 5th and 6th of May, followed by the cross-country phase on the 7th and 8th of May. The show jumping and final round were held on the 9th of May.
Highlights of the Dressage Phase
The dressage phase was filled with impressive performances. The competition was fierce, with some riders achieving scores of over 80% and putting in incredibly skilled performances. The overall winner of this phase was German rider, Julia Krajewski, who scored an impressive 89.8%.
Highlights of the Cross-Country Phase
The cross-country phase was an exciting one, with riders navigating the challenging course with skill and precision. The overall winner of this phase was German rider, Ingrid Klimke, who completed the course in a time of 8 minutes and 19 seconds. She was closely followed by Sweden’s Ludwig Svennerstal in second place, and Great Britain’s Pippa Funnell in third.
Highlights of the Show Jumping Phase
The show jumping phase was a highlight of the event, with some riders jumping clear and others incurring penalties. The overall winner of this phase was Japan’s Yoshiaki Oiwa, who jumped clear and scored an impressive 87%.
Highlights of the Final Round
The final round was held on the 9th of May and saw the top 20 riders compete for the title of Badminton Horse Trials Champion. The overall winner of this phase was Germany’s Julia Krajewski, who put in an impressive performance and scored an impressive 95.7%.
Conclusion
Badminton Horse Trials 2022 was a thrilling event that saw riders from all over the world compete for the title of champion. Julia Krajewski was the overall winner, with an impressive score of 95.7%. The event was a great success, and we look forward to seeing what the event has in store for us next year.