Equestrian Sports
A row within the Show Jumping Association of Ireland is set to proceed to mediation. A High Court injunction had previously prevented the organization from voting to remove its chairman and three directors.
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The sudden death of Diallo BB, a top grand prix dressage horse owned by German Olympian Jessica von Bredow-Werndl, has drawn attention to equine Borna disease virus, though the virus was later ruled out as the cause. The 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding's illness remains unexplained, prompting interest in the rare neurotropic virus primarily affecting Central Europe. With fatality rates of 80 to 100 percent in horses, the disease underscores ongoing veterinary challenges.
The CVC-backed Global Sport Group is close to acquiring a majority stake in US-based Equine Network for $300m, marking its first new league investment. This deal expands GSG's portfolio into equestrian sports, which has seen rising interest in the American market. The agreement could be announced in the coming days.
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Kuwait International Bank (KIB) has announced the fourth season of its flagship sporting event, KIB | The Stadium, dedicated to equestrian sports for the third consecutive year. The event, organized by Suffix, will run from February 5 to 14 at Marina Beach, featuring show jumping competitions and introducing polo entertainment. This initiative supports Kuwait Vision 2035 by boosting tourism and community engagement.