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2010 World Equestrian Games

WEG endurance, driving tests set for Horse Park
Sixteen teams will compete in the driving test event of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Oct. 1-4 at the Kentucky Horse Park, organizers announced Thursday. From The Lexington Herald-Leader. Read more >>

Racing News

Jockey strike: horse trainer slams ‘do-gooders’
An outspoken horse trainer has blasted jockeys for their snap strike over new whip rules but said horses do not feel lashes at the end of a race. From The Age. Read more >>

In Other News

Ancient Mongolian Competition Ties Past To Present
Described as the Kentucky Derby, the Olympics and Christmas rolled into one, Mongolia’s Naadam is an 8-centuries-old celebration of heroism and masculinity. From NPR. Read more >>

“Cavalia:” Grand Horse Show Features Local Performer
James Buchanan, 24, of Alexandria, Va., wanted to be a part of Cavalia ever since he saw a performance in Seattle, Washington. From WUSA. Read more >>

Hundreds of mustangs await adoption at nearby facility
Just about 40 miles to Carmi’s west is a little-known Bureau of Land Management facility that houses more than 100 wild Mustang horses at any given time. From The Carmi Times. Read more >>

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