The show takes place from the OnCenter in Syracuse, NY, a hotbed of equestrian activity, and features 2004 and 2008 Olympic medalist Beezie Madden.
Featured this episode will be the Animal Planet Sporthorse Cup. In this event, points accumulate through three separate phases, building towards the final outcome. Riders are allowed to choose between two horses for each phase. First they must master the speed round, jumping as fast and cleanly as possible, followed by the high jump phase, where the bars keep rising until all are eliminated or don’t dare to try. In the finale, scores are brought forward from the first two phases to set the stage for the dramatic final show jumping round. Combined it makes for a very exciting and unique show, often coming down to the last rail.
The World Sporthorse Championships
Saturday, January 10
3 p.m. ET
Re-Air Sunday, January 11
10 a.m. ET
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Thanks for reminding me. I need to set it to record.
Looking forward to watching this competition this weekend.
YAY! i cant wait! :D
YES,YES! This year started very good with already 2 horse events on tv!!
That would be so fun to watch!
It was awesome - especially Beezie! Thanks for letting us know!
Wish they had put this on the website yesterday. I missed it, because I didn't see it until this morning. But still nice knowing.
Sorry to have missed this! Great event from what I've read, and congrats to our Olympic Champion Beezie!