Polo Cross-Country ticket give-away:
Three double tickets will be given away to watch Cross-Country Action at the Polo International Horse Trials 2014.
One reader can win double tickets to watch Cross-Country Action at the Polo International Horse Trials 2014 on Saturday October 4 at Kyalami Park Club, entrance in Dahlia Road, Kyalami. The proceedings will start at 08:00.
Answer the following question and email your answer to southerncourier@caxton.co.za.
Supply your name and contact details together with the answer.
Question: What will take place on Satruday October 4 at Kyalami Park Club?
Competition starts: Monday September 29 at 12:00.
Competition ends: Thursday October 2 at 12:00
Tickets to be collected from Caxton South offices on Thursday from 13:00 or Friday from 08:00 to 15:00.
T’s and C’s apply . The decision of the judges will be final and no correspondence will take place.
Cross-Country Action at the Polo International Horse Trials 2014
After the undeniable success of the inaugural 2013 event, Polo South Africa is proud to announce the Polo International Horse Trials 2014, which will be taking place in the heart of Kyalami between October 3 and 4.
This extreme equestrian event will be filled with adrenalin-spiked moments for those who enjoy the thrill of the sport. Galloping over 5km of cross-country jumping tracks, riders and their horses will be challenged with a series of ditches, water complexes, and the infamous ‘broken bridge’.
For many people, the sport of Horse Trials or Eventing – presents the ultimate challenge of horsemanship, because it requires horse and rider to perform three totally different activities within the same competition: dressage, cross-country and show jumping. To conquer one phase or even two is not enough to win – and so the competition develops and so does the pressure.
To offer her insight and experience, South African rider and Polo International Horse Trials 2013 winner Hayley Parker will be taking a short break from her international campaign to host course walks and co-present the television programme. Recently qualified at the Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials to compete at the highest level, Hayley was compared to the British number one eventer, William Fox-Pitt, for her skill in not falling off over a jump that had caught out most of the top International riders.
Less than 20 minutes from Sandton, the picturesque Inanda Country Base provides the perfect location for such an event. Key highlights over the weekend include the Polo Chill Area, situated within the water complex, activities such as Art Jamming, water slides and pony rides for children. The 2014 Pink Pony Brunch meanwhile caters to guests and VIPs, who will have the chance to see the launch of the POLO Spring/Summer ‘14 range.
A new addition to the trials, the 5km ‘Pink Pony Walkathon’ will be held to promote the cause of breast cancer awareness. This fun family walk starts at 08:00 on the Polo field, with entry at just R25 per person and all proceeds going towards the cause. The walk is open to all ages, and all ‘pets on a leash’ are welcome too. There will also be prizes to be won for participating walkers.
According to event organisers, “The Polo International Horse Trials showcase the talent, courage and determination of South Africa’s top athletes, while also offering a rewarding day out for the whole family. We are excited to see what this year’s event will bring, and wish riders and their horses the best of luck”.
