Equestrian competition is one of the events in the 29th Olympic Games. 1900 equestrian obstacle course is one of the official events of the second Olympic Games. The equestrian events of the 29th Olympic Games were held in Hongkong, China from August 9th to 20th, 2008. The steeplechase and dressage competitions were held in the main stadium expanded by Shatian Racecourse. Some cross-country races will be held at the Pisces River Country Club and the Hong Kong Golf Club.
Modern equestrian originated in England and became popular in Europe in the16th century. Because only princes and nobles could enjoy it at that time, equestrian sports have always been extremely noble, and the contestants are wearing gorgeous dresses and there are many audiences on the spot. Knights are often called "the king of sports".
In BC 1500, the ancient Egyptians had already started riding competitions. In ancient Rome, people also regarded horse riding as an entertainment in the arena. Since then, there have been races in which horses participated in the ancient Olympic Games.
Introduction of competition events
1, figure riding is also called dressage riding competition. In the competition, horses and riders should complete a series of required and optional movements on a 60-meter-long and 20-meter-wide field within 12 minutes. According to the skill and artistic level of the rider, such as posture, expression, difficulty, etc. The person with the highest score ranks first. Individual figure riding was listed as an Olympic event in 19 12, and team riding was listed as an Olympic event in 1928.
2. The three-day event is also called the comprehensive all-around equestrian event. The rider participated in three consecutive races in three days, the first day of figure riding, the second day of cross-country race and the third day of obstacle course. The rating adopts three total scores. Divided into individual and team events, 19 12 is listed as an Olympic event.
3. The obstacle course is at least 2,500 square meters, and there are more than ten obstacles with the height of 1.40 ~ 1.70 meters. Athletes must jump over all obstacles according to the prescribed route and order. Points will be deducted if the time exceeds the specified time, the horse refuses to jump, and the athlete falls off the horse. Deduction points are negative, the best score is zero, and those with less points are ranked first. There are two events in the Olympic Games: individuals (included in 1900) and groups (included in 19 12).
The above contents refer to Baidu Encyclopedia-Olympic Equestrian Competition.