Qualifying events named for the 2013 Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final
2012 Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final Champions
Photograph:Michelle Terlato
Equestrian Australia has named the qualifying events for the 2013 Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final in Dressage and Jumping.
The Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final is a spectacular multi-discipline event not to be missed at EQUITANA, Sydney, 7-10 November at Sydney Showgrounds.
This competition will showcase the ‘best of the best’ from the three Olympic disciplines. Including nearly 50 of the top riders from around the country, this premiere event will bring together Australia’s elite Equestrian competitors in Dressage, Jumping and Exhibition Eventing.
The 2013 qualifying events are as follows:
DRESSAGE
| 21 - 23 Mar | PSI Dressage & Jumping with the Stars CDI-W (Werribee, Vic) |
| 02 - 04 May | Sydney CDI3* (SIEC, Horsley Park, NSW) |
| 26 - 28 Jul | Brisbane CDI-W (QSEC QLD) |
| 6 – 8 Sept | NSW State Championships CDN (Sydney, NSW) |
JUMPING
| 27 Mar | Sydney Royal Easter Show CSI-W (Sydney Showground, NSW) |
| 04 Aug | Gatton CSI-W (Gatton, Qld) |
| 14 Aug | Royal Queensland Show CSI-W (Brisbane, Qld) |
| 18 Aug | Caboolture CSI-W (Caboolture, Qld) |
| 01 Sep | Gawler CSI-W (Gawler, SA) |
| 12 Sep | Adelaide Royal Show CSI-W (Adelaide Showgrounds, SA) |
| 30 Sep | Royal Melbourne Show CSI-W (Melbourne Showgrounds, Vic) |
An Exhibition Eventing final will again be staged with details on qualifiers to be confirmed soon.
Dressage qualification criteria:
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From the four qualifying events, the 12 combinations with the highest percentages from the Grand Prix Freestyle will automatically qualify for the Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final.
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To receive an invitation to the Grand Final riders will need to score a minimum of 64% in the Grand Prix Freestyle at a qualifying event
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If a rider from the top 12 does not wish to compete in the Be the Influence Grand Final the position will be given to the next rider on the leader board (providing the rider has achieved a score over 64%)
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EA will also award three wild card nominations for the event. The wild card nominations will primarily be reserved for riders who have not been able to participate in the qualifying rounds and can provide a valid written reason, however EA reserves the right to award the wild cards at their discretion.
Jumping qualification criteria:
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18 of Australia’s best Grand Prix Jumping riders and horses will be invited to compete in the Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final - Jumping.
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At the conclusion of the Royal Melbourne World Cup qualifier the 15 best placed riders on the 2013 FEI World Cup point score (Australian League) will be offered a place at the Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final.
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If a rider from the top 15 does not wish to compete in the Be the Influence Grand Final the position will be given to the next rider on the leader board.
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EA will also award 3 wild card nominations for the event. The wild card nominations will primarily be reserved for riders who have not been able to participate in the qualifying rounds and can provide a valid written reason, however EA reserves the right to award the wild cards at their discretion
Stay tuned to the EA website for information and updates on this year's Be the Influence Equestrian Grand Final.
For more information on EQUITANA, Sydney please see www.equitana.com.au
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