Comments on: FEI Says McLain Ward and Sapphire Were Incorrectly Eliminated from World Cup Competition

By: Brittany

Brittany — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:11:36 +0000

They made a correct statement, that the heat in her leg could grow to something larger, and they don’t want an amazing jumper like her to hurt herself more and end up having to be out of competing for a while. That would crush EVERYONE. They should’ve let Ward have his own opinon about competing her with her leg, and if they could wear boots, they should be allowed to wrap her up or put protective boots on.

By: Galadriel

Galadriel — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:09:53 +0000

I think they made the right decision. A horse shouldn’t continue competing if there’s a risk. It’s just one of those things a competitor has to live with. I am glad that they awarded him his rightful second place finish though.
On another note, I don’t have respect for any rider that would intentionally put plastic chips to cause pain. How can that be contested? Either they were there or they weren’t. Which is it?

By: Ann

Ann — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:52:40 +0000

I support the decision. I also support the horse protection bill which protects horses from the pain of unethical training methods.

By: Meghan Sara

Meghan Sara — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:57:11 +0000

Thats not right! He was unfairly disqualified & lost his only chance, then was told they made a mistake but he still couldnt come back. I would be extremely angry if I was him 🙁