Canceling the "Longines Jumping Cup" in 2021
From previous competitions.
From the source
The Emirates Equestrian and Racing Federation, after consulting with the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), decided to cancel the tenth edition of the “Longines” five-star show jumping, which was scheduled in Abu Dhabi from 20 to 23 January 2021. The federation confirmed, in A press statement, that the cancellation decision came with the aim of preserving the safety of the riders, riders, coaches and committees working in the tournament and its followers, and the joint decision between the two federations came after studying the current conditions of the repercussions of the Corona pandemic around the world, which has its effect on the teams' preparations, horse transport, and the travel of participants from their countries To the Emirates.
The Secretary-General of the Federation, Ghanem Al-Hajri, said that the effects of the global epidemic, the lack of time to prepare for the tournament, and the readiness of riders and horses amid these complex conditions, are the main reason for the cancellation.
He said: Travel restrictions will make it difficult for participants to attend, which means that we will not be able to hold an event we have been organizing in the most wonderful way.
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