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• Ticket Sales For World Equestrian Games About 411,000 In Preliminary Reports

  October 21, 2010 3:56 PM

  A total of 411,023 tickets were sold to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, based upon a preliminary reconciliation completed Thursday by the World Games 2010 Foundation. This includes tickets sold in 63 countries and all 50 U.S. states. Preliminary estimates show approximately 70 percent of sales came from... more »

• World Equestrian Games Total Attendance Figures

  October 11, 2010 10:14 AM

  Total attendance topped half a million for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Sunday's attendance came in at 38,682, bringing the total for the event to 507,022. "We are incredibly pleased with the number of spectators who have joined us at the Games over these 16 days," said... more »

• Britain Dominates In Para Dressage

  October 7, 2010 8:50 PM

  Britain's Sophie Christiansen won the I-A individual para dressage division, teammate Lee Pearson topped the I-B class and the Netherlands' Petra van de Sande took the grade II competition Thursday in the World Equestrian Games. In para dressage, making its debut at the games, riders compete in different grades depending... more »

• Americans Sweep Driving Presentation

  October 7, 2010 10:59 AM

  The Americans contesting the Driving World Championships probably wish Wednesday's presentation competition counted toward the medal scores. Unfortunately for the U.S., they didn't get any points for their strong showing. It was just for fun and beauty-and a bottle of champagne presented to each of the 17 drivers who... more »

• Officials Release Wednesday WEG Attendance Figures

  October 7, 2010 9:05 AM

  Officials say 28,429 people attended the Word Equestrian Games on Wednesday. That brings the total attendance to 351,574. more »

• U.S. Team Leads After First Day Of Vaulting

  October 7, 2010 8:24 AM

  The U.S. team finished the first day of Vaulting competition sitting in the top spot. The Vaulting World Championships got underway Wednesday at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, with the compulsory round for both team and individuals at the Alltech Arena. The U.S. team ended the... more »

• Germany Takes Team Gold In Show Jumping

  October 7, 2010 6:45 AM

  Germany was nearly perfect Wednesday night and rode off with the team gold medal (17.8 faults) in the Show Jumping World Championships, presented by Rolex. France took the silver medal (24.32), and Belgium climbed up to claim bronze (24.7) at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Ten teams... more »

• Wednesday World Equestrian Games News

  October 6, 2010 8:01 AM

  Officials say 29,841 people attended the World Equestrian Games on Tuesday, bringing the total attendance to 323,145 over 11 days. Jumping competition continues Wednesday. With a record 27 teams and 121 individuals competing, officials added an additional session to Wednesday's schedule. Fans holding tickets to the originally scheduled 7:20... more »

• Germany Leads Jumping Competition

  October 5, 2010 9:07 PM

  Germany took the lead after the team competition portion of jumping Tuesday at the World Equestrian Games. Germany had a combined score of 17.8 faults after the speed and team portions to take the top spot heading to Wednesday's final round. Brazil was second with 18.49 faults and the United... more »

• Second "College Day" Scheduled At World Equestrian Games

  October 5, 2010 4:06 PM

  College students have one more chance to experience the largest sporting event in the United States with the second "College Day" at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. All Kentucky college and university students will receive free admission to the Games Saturday, October 9, which includes admission to the... more »

• Animal Rights Group Exhibit At WEG

  October 5, 2010 9:01 AM

  (AP) - An animal-rights group is unveiling an exhibit at the World Equestrian Games in Lexington that will showcase the history of efforts in the U.S. to protect horses. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says its exhibit will be featured at the Kentucky Horse... more »

• U.S. Tops Day One Of Jumping

  October 4, 2010 8:17 PM

  U.S. riders Mario Deslauriers, on Urico, and McLain Ward, on Sapphire, set the pace in the first leg of the team competition at the Jumping World Championships, presented by Rolex. Their performance led the U.S. team to the top of the team rankings, with two more days of team jumping... more »

• Largest Crowd So Far Attends WEG

  October 2, 2010 7:23 PM

  A big crowd came out to the Kentucky Horse Park on Saturday to enjoy the World Equestrian Games. Organizers say 50,818 people came to the park on Saturday. It's the largest attendance record for the Games since the event kicked off last Saturday. The cross-country competition was... more »

• Americans Take Gold And Silver In Reining

  September 30, 2010 8:59 PM

  LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) - Tom McCutcheon won gold and U.S. teammate Craig Schmersal took the silver in individual reining Thursday at the World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park. McCutcheon, aboard Gunners Special Nite, finished with a score of 228.0. Schmersal, aboard Mister Montana Nic, had a 223.0, followed... more »

• The World Equestrian Games Are Big

  September 30, 2010 9:02 AM

  Just how big are the World Equestrian Games? We know the game are a pretty big deal, but the Games also impress with their physical size. The World Equestrian Games' footprint encompasses 500 plus acres. That's bigger than EPCOT, the Magic Kingdom and Disney Hollywood Studios combined. WEG... more »

• Equestrian Games Set Attendance Mark Wednesday

  September 30, 2010 8:27 AM

  World Equestrian Games officials say Wednesday marked the highest attendance at the Games so far. Officials say 31,026 people attended WEG events at the Kentucky Horse Park on Wednesday, pushing the total attendance to just over 102,000. Thursday afternoon's Reigning Individual Freestyle is sold out, as well as... more »

• Netherlands Takes Gold, USA Bronze In Individual Dressage

  September 29, 2010 8:54 PM

  Edward Gal of the Netherlands won the gold medal in grand prix special dressage at the World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park on Wednesday. Gal, aboard Moorlands Totilas, finished with a score of 85.667 for his second gold of the event. He also won the grand prix dressage... more »

• Netherlands Wins Gold In Team Dressage

  September 28, 2010 8:44 PM

  The Netherlands won the gold medal in team Grand Prix dressage at the World Equestrian Games on Tuesday, despite having a horse disqualified. Britain was second and Germany beat out the United States for bronze. Dutch rider Adelinde Cornelissen and horse Jerich Parzival were disqualified when the ground jury observed... more »

• Today At The World Equestrian Games

  September 28, 2010 7:59 AM

  Tuesday's events at the World Equestrian Games include Dressage and Reining. Dressage begins at 8:30 a.m.Tuesday and then again at 2 p.m. Qualifying competition in Reigning kicks off at 9 a.m. For more WEG information, log on to www.alltechfeigames.com more »

• USA Fourth After Day One Of Dressage

  September 27, 2010 10:22 PM

  LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) - The United States is fourth after the start of Team Grand Prix dressage at the World Equestrian Games on Monday. The Netherlands leads with a combined score of 145.702. Germany is second with 140.34 points, while Great Britain is third with 138.341. The U.S. has 136.17... more »

• Umbrellas Not Allowed At Horse Park During Games

  September 27, 2010 9:27 AM

  The Dressage World Championships, presented by Alltech, will begin today rain or shine. Umbrellas are not allowed on the grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Umbrellas can distract horses and can also impede the viewing of spectators. The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games... more »

• Attendance For First Two Days Of WEG Announced

  September 27, 2010 9:16 AM

  World Equestrian Games officials say 23,081 people attended the Opening Ceremonies on Saturday. The attendance on Sunday was reported as 12,259. more »

• Endurance Event Tests Horse And Rider

  September 27, 2010 8:16 AM

  Day two of the World Equestrian Games ended with an impressive long distance sport called Endurance. The race equals 80 Kentucky Derbys - a total of 100 miles - all in a single day. Maria Mercedes Alvarez Ponton of Spain, riding Nobby, literally out-galloped her rivals to win the... more »

• Mayor Says Several WEG Visitors Filed Taxi Rate Complaints

  September 26, 2010 9:20 PM

  The Lexington mayor's office says the management of Lexington's three licensed taxi-cab companies told Mayor Jim Newberry on Sunday they would work with the city to ensure that their drivers are not overcharging visitors in town for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Newberry said in a press release that... more »

• Air Travelers Get Unique Welcome From Ground

  September 26, 2010 7:04 PM

  Visitors flying into Lexington for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are getting a big surprise as they look over the Horse Capital. From high-above Kentucky they'll see the design of a giant equestrian, cut into a 10-acre field of corn. The Lexington Corn Maze is a part of... more »

• Equestrian Hurt During WEG Opening Ceremonies Play Video

  September 26, 2010 6:53 PM

  World renowned equestrian Eitan Beth-Halachmy remains in critical condition at UK Hospital after falling off his horse during Opening Ceremonies at the World Equestrian Games. He's known for his western dressage and was scheduled to perform at the Equine Village at the World Equestrian Games later this week. His publicist... more »

• Traffic And Parking For World Equestrian Games Play Video

  September 24, 2010 8:02 AM

  Traffic around the Kentucky Horse Park will likely be an issue during the World Equestrian games. Folks coming in from Lexington can take Newtown Pike out to Iron Works Pike. If you come in along I-75, you will want to take exit 120 to the Horse Park. Parking will cost... more »

• World Equestrian Games Set To Kick Off Play Video

  September 24, 2010 6:13 AM

  The countdown clocks have wound down to one. Tomorrow marks the beginning of the much anticipated World Equestrian games. As organizers scramble to make last minute preparations and attend to a myriad of final details at the Kentucky Horse Park, athletes and horses are gearing up for two weeks of... more »

• Donations Mean Free Field Trips To Games

  September 22, 2010 8:25 AM

  (AP) - The title sponsor for the 2010 World Equestrian Games has come up with $1 million in donation money it is offering to schools to use for field trips to the prestigious event. Officials with Alltech FEI met with several school superintendents from central Kentucky districts to discuss the... more »

• "Today" Show Host Lauer To Interview WEG Competitors Tuesday

  September 20, 2010 3:52 PM

  "Today" show host Matt Lauer will interview U.S. show jumping stars McLain Ward and Georgina Bloomberg Tuesday about the World Equestrian Games’ debut in Kentucky and the nation. The interview segment is scheduled to air between 8-8:30 a.m. The games are scheduled to open on Saturday at the Kentucky Horse... more »

• Health Department To Provide Information Line During WEG

  September 20, 2010 8:38 AM

  Health information during the World Equestrian Games is just a toll-free call away. The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department will staff a special health information line to assist WEG visitors with areas such as where to seek medical care, how to obtain prescription medication and other health-related concerns. The number, 1-866-549-2770,... more »

• Toyota Adds Tour Times For Equestrian Visitors

  September 17, 2010 9:03 AM

  GEORGETOWN (AP) - Toyota is adding three evening tours for its plant in central Kentucky in anticipation of tourists visiting the area for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky Inc. said in a statement that the extra tours at 5, 6:15 and 7:30 would be available... more »

• World Equestrian Games Officials Work With City, State Officials To Manage Traffic Play Video

  September 10, 2010 1:09 PM

  Spectators are urged to pay close attention to directional signage and police forces guiding the way into the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, as these measures are a critical component of the event’s traffic management plan. “We have been planning for this event for four years. Now it’s almost time... more »

• Calipari To Help Promote World Equestrian Games Play Video

  September 7, 2010 12:15 PM

  A top recruiter has joined the Alltech team as organizers hope to expand ticket sales before the World Equestrian Games kick off September 25. While organizers of the games, which will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park, say ticket sales are on track, UK basketball coach John Calipari has... more »

• Kentucky's Damon Farmer To Create The World Equestrian Sand Sculpture

  August 10, 2010 9:11 PM

  For a fortnight this Fall,Lexington and The Bluegrass will host The World Equestrian Games, the largest event ever held in this region. People from 60 countries around the world are expected to attend. World Championships for eight equestrian disciplines will be decided at the Kentucky Horse Park in the competition's... more »

• Hotels Slow To Book For World Equestrian Games

  August 3, 2010 8:40 AM

  (AP) - There are still hotel rooms to be had in Lexington during the World Equestrian Games. The Lexington Herald-Leader quoted John Johnson of Short's Travel - the event housing bureau - who said up to 65 percent of the city's room nights are booked during the event, which will... more »

• About 1,000 More Volunteers Needed For WEG

  July 29, 2010 8:59 AM

  About 1,000 more volunteers are needed to help at the World Equestrian Games scheduled to begin next month in Lexington. About 5,000 volunteers have already signed up to help out with the expected 300,000 visitors to the games, which will be held at Kentucky Horse Park from Sept. 25 to... more »

• Spotlight Lexington Volunteers On Hood Of Car For Nascar Sprint Cup Race

  July 27, 2010 4:58 PM

  Richard Petty Motorsports driver AJ Allmendinger joined Mayor Jim Newberry today to announce that Lexington will honor Spotlight Lexington volunteers by emblazoning their names on the hood of the "Dinger's" No. 43 Valvoline Ford Fusion. The names will fly around the track at Talladega Oct. 31, part of the Sprint... more »

• Country Music Star Blake Shelton To Open Spotlight Lexington Festival

  July 23, 2010 1:54 PM

  Lexington Mayor Jim Newberry on Thursday announced that Academy of Country Music Award Winner Blake Shelton will open Spotlight Lexington on September 24 on the Main Stage at the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza. Spotlight Lexington is the free festival Lexington is planning during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.... more »

• Medals And Trophies For World Equestrian Games Unveiled

  July 15, 2010 9:52 AM

  The trophies and medals to be presented to the world champions of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games were unveiled Thursday. Lexington-based luxury gift store and fine trophy provider, L.V. Harkness & Co., has worked iwith Moser Crystal of the Czech Republic to create team and individual trophies and medals... more »

• Ticket Prices For Some World Equestrian Games Events Dropped Play Video

  July 14, 2010 10:58 AM

  Select tickets for Dressage, Endurance, Eventing, Jumping and Reining competitions at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are now available at with a 30 percent savings in a special promotion. The reduced prices will be available in a limited time offer, starting at 10 a.m. EDT on July 15 and... more »

• 2010 Alltech Fortnight Festival Releases Entertainment Schedule For Games Play Video

  June 17, 2010 12:52 PM

  With 99 days remaining on the countdown clock to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, title sponsor and global animal health and nutrition company Alltech revealed plans Thursday for its statewide festival during the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™. Beginning on September 23, nightly entertainment will celebrate Kentucky’s... more »

• Newberry Announces Entertainment During Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Play Video

  May 11, 2010 11:31 AM

  One has been nominated for Tonys, one has won Grammys, virtually all have delighted Lexington audiences, and they will be on-stage this fall during Spotlight Lexington, the festival Lexington is planning for evening and weekend entertainment during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Mayor Jim Newberry announced Tuesday new entertainment... more »

• Kentucky Residents Get First Grab At Horse Park Tickets

  April 8, 2010 7:54 AM

  (AP) - People who live in Kentucky and would like to visit the Kentucky Horse Park during the World Equestrian Games this fall will be able to buy discounted tickets ahead of the opening of regular sales, for one day only. Regular sales start on April 16, but Kentucky residents... more »

• Wynonna Judd To Sing At Equestrian Games Opening Ceremonies

  March 10, 2010 8:54 AM

  Wynonna Judd will welcome the world to Kentucky with a special performance at the Opening Ceremony of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. The 2010 Games will feature world championship competitions in eight equestrian sports at the Kentucky Horse Park from Sept.25 - Oct. 10. The Games will be... more »

• City Renovates Web Site Hoping To Cash In On World Equestrian Games

  December 28, 2009 8:20 AM

  STANFORD, Ky. (AP) - A central Kentucky city has renovated and updated it's online presence, hoping to take advantage of the interest generated by the 2010 World Equestrian Games. Stanford launched a new city Web site last week, with more information about the area and a multimedia slideshow. Stanford arts... more »