
Jan Brink Holds Sweden's Best Hope For A Medal
The pre-Olympic buzz is all about him and the much-improved Bj
Kyle King said his mare's experience at Spruce Meadows (Alta.) helped her win the $35,000 Country Classic Grand Prix at the Country Classic Horse Show in Wilsonville, Ore., July 14-18.
"I guess there's a chance we will stand on the podium again," said Spanish team coach Jean Bemelmans about his squad's prospects to win their first Olympic team medal.
The U.S. drivers had to be encouraged by the results of the CAIO Aachen (Germany),July 13-18, especially considering the upcoming World Championships to be held in August in Hungary.
Ireland's Battle May Be More Emotional Than Physical
Although the dust is settling in the aftermath of the dismissal and eventual reinstatement of Eddie Macken as the team's trainer, that controversy has done little to boost Irish morale, writes Louise Parkes.
The Canadians Say That If Their Team Finishes, It Will Be Like Winning A Medal
And they could do it for the first time in 10 years; their horses and riders are more solid than they've been in a long time, writes Beth Rasin.
From 1997 to 2000, Germany held an amazing number of team titles. They seemed unbeatable, winning the 1997 and 1999 European Championships, the 1998 World Champions and the 1996 and 2000 Olympics.
The U.S. Team Just NeedsA Little Luck
Kim Severson--and her two World Championships teammates--could really make an impact in their first Olympics, writes Beth Rasin.
After the Rolex Kentucky CCI**** in April, the U.S. selectors seemed to have too many horses at their disposal for the Olympic team. Except for Kim Severson, who was nearly assured a place with her two-time Rolex Kentucky winner, Winsome Adante, the spots were up for grabs.
The French team not only has depth, but it also has new talent.
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