It's been a week now, and I have to say that our Greek hosts here at the Athens Olympics have pulled this behemoth task off far, far better than most of the rest of the world, including me, ever thought they would. At least it certainly seems that way from my perspective at the equestrian events, although I'll admit I haven't seen a whole lot else on TV.
* Please note: Continuing updates on the eventing controversy have been reported on Breaking News. See Aug. 20, 21 and 24 reports for the latest news.
Despite losing Ingrid Klimke and Sleep Late, the pair whose lightning-fast round kept them in medal contention yesterday, before show jumping, Germany looked like it had grabbed its first eventing team gold medal since 1988 by recording two clear rounds late this afternoon.
* Please note: Continuing updates on the eventing controversy have been reported on Breaking News. See Aug. 20, 21 and 24 reports for the latest news.
on location with John Strassburger
The Belgians Are Aiming For Another MedalIngmar de Voss, the general secretary of the Belgian Equestrian Federation, has been facing a new problem.
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