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Wow the Bromont footage sure is impressive - was surprised by the bit of levity at 28:20 “you need a good seat over that one” :lol:

Of those I saw. . . most looked OK at the end. A couple looked tired and their riders nursed them home however none appeared exhausted. The undulating ground is more tiring than many understand.

There is an existing rule against pressing a tired or exhausted horse so most riders, especially at that level are sensitive to their horse’s conditions.

Actually I noticed more tired riders than horses. Ac