Equestrianism has long been ingrained in sporting history as one of the most physically demanding and challenging sports. It provides a thrilling spectacle for spectators across all areas of the sport from Show Jumping to Eventing to Polo to Racing with events such as the Grand National and Gold Cup. It is one of the only sports where men and women compete as equals in both individual and team events.
Eventing, the most complete combined competition discipline recognised by the Federal Equestrian International, is a sport that covers every aspect of horsemanship: the harmony between horse and rider that characterise Dressage; the stamina and agility needed for the Cross Country phase; the precision and technique involved in the final discipline, Show Jumping.
Leading the field
Octagon is at the forefront of the equestrian market having in-house expertise across all areas of the sport.
We are proud to have worked alongside HSBC, a platinum partner of the FEI, the governing body of the sport as well as a global sponsor of Eventing. HSBC hope to raise the profile of Eventing and the partnership with the FEI ensures world-wide support for the sport of Eventing. It is hoped that the funding of increased prize money will help to raise competitiveness amongst international riders leading to higher standards of sport and competition and ultimately to an increased awareness of this exciting sport around the world.
HSBC is a true top to bottom sponsor with the launch of a grassroots programme, through to their sponsorship of the HSBC FEI World Cup, HSBC FEI European Championships, HSBC FEI Classics and HSBC World Rankings.
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