The Sport’s Best Kept Secret
We’re letting you in on a little secret: after a September of European fireworks, October belongs to America. Morven Park will crown the sport’s first US Equestrian Open champion and showcase one of the most exciting events in eventing history.
Eventing has never been more alive. From Ros Canter and the legendary Lordships Graffalo rewriting the history books at Badminton and Burghley, to the Olympic clash of titans fischerChipmunk FRH and London 52 that spilled into Blenheim’s European Championship battlefield, September gave us fireworks. Rivalries, rematches, revenge: the sport has never felt more dramatic. But here’s the twist: through all the Burghley brilliance and Blenheim battles, one question remains unanswered. Where are the Americans in this story?The answer lands next week at Morven Park. The US Equestrian Open Final is the sport’s best kept secret no longer. A staggering $200,000 purse is on the line, with the top three earning more than Laura Collett banked for her European crown. More than money, history is on offer: we are about to crown the first ever US Equestrian Open Champion.This isn’t just another event. This is the US putting its stake in the ground, demanding a seat at the global table. While Europe basks in September glory, October belongs to America. The spotlight swings west, and the stars and stripes will fly high over one of the richest, boldest showcases the sport has ever staged.Catch your breath, refill your glass, and get ready. Eventing’s next epic chapter is about to be written at Morven Park.
Don't Miss Out on Bragging Rights
With the US Eq. Open, Boekelo, Maryland, and Pau all packed into October, it’s the biggest month yet on Eventing Manager 2.0. Four big events and four massive chances to score points - but only one can take the crown. Can you rise above the rest and be crowned Manager of the Month?
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Stay Connected with the US Equestrian Open
The final of the US Equestrian Open is running at Morven Park in Leesburg, Virginia from the 9th-12th of October. It is the culmination of the series that has been running at CCI4*-S competitions in the US over the past year. With $200,000 on the line in prize money, it is going to be an exciting and competitive competition.
If you want to know more about the US Equestrian Open:
- Follow the Instagram page: @usequestrianopen
- Listen to the podcast: The US Equestrian Open Podcast
- Check out the website: usequestrianopen.org