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.
France Will Be A Strong Gold-Medal BetThe French team not only has depth, but it also has new talent.
The Belgians Are Aiming For Another MedalIngmar de Voss, the general secretary of the Belgian Equestrian Federation, has been facing a new problem.
The U.S. Show Jumpers Think They Have Their Best Team In Years
If Royal Kaliber returns, second place at Aachen (Germany) could be a harbinger of good things to come in Athens, writes Molly Sorge.
Van Grunsven Is Still The Netherlands' Big Gun
Jan Brink Holds Sweden's Best Hope For A Medal
The pre-Olympic buzz is all about him and the much-improved Bj
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