Beijing 2008 - History: Equestrian

Eurosport - Wed, 30 Jul 15:24:00 2008

Jumping was first included in the 1900 Games, but it was not until 1912 that all three equestrian events were contested.

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The event was only open to male cavalry officers until 1952, when civilians, both men and women, were free to compete.

DEFENDING CHAMPIONS:

Three-day event team: France

Three-day event individual: Leslie Law (Britain)

Individual dressage: Anky van Grunsven (Netherlands)

Team dressage: Germany

Individual show jumping: Rodrigo Pessoa (Brazil)

Team show jumping: United States

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