The thread of all Olympic Threads

[j1ffy]

She is doing well to settle him. It’s a huge arena with a huge atmosphere, with people waving little fans. She is probably nervous too as she is representing her country. She is doing a better job than I would be able to do.

I'm pretty sure I'd have been the other side of Versailles if I'd been on him! Luckily Caroline is very laid back but no doubt it will still be a disappointment.

 

[criso]

I think BBC1 are about to show some. Talking to rishi in Versailles

 

[Kadastorm]

@j1ffy yep! Would have been half way home already

 

[Equi]

Oof she bounces a lot

ETA: I would absolutely bounce but I’m not riding this horse lol

 

[Maxine67]

I'm not watching and won't be making the effort to see it on catch up later either. I could just about still stomach eventing, but pure dressage and SJ make me too uncomfortable.

I hope whoever is the most kind and gentle to their horse wins, regardless of nationality.

I've just started watching but do feel a bit uncomfortable about it and won't be watching much of it

 

[scats]

What time is Carl on?

 

[Equi]

What time is Carl on?

He’s after this next rider

 

[Spotherisk]

What time is Carl on?

Next but one.

 

[Honey08]

I just popped it on for a few minutes. It just looks so contrived to me after the Eventing dressage.

 

[fidleyspromise]

I'm in dr waiting room hoping I've time to see Carl before being called in

 

[SaddlePsych'D]

The double bridle and spurs chat was interesting. Not really an answer for why they are compulsory and a bit defensive about it I thought. The Lithuanian rider didn't seem to want to be use the curb so why should people not have the option to take it away if they want to try the movements without it and flexibility for the horse's preference.

Caroline seemed to do well to cool things down from start to finish.

 

[Peregrine Falcon]

I've popped it on. Want my £3.99 worth! Carl next?

 

[Equi]

Carls up

 

[Maxine67]

The double bridle and spurs chat was interesting. Not really an answer for why they are compulsory and a bit defensive about it I thought. The Lithuanian rider didn't seem to want to be use the curb so why should people not have the option to take it away if they want to try the movements without it and flexibility for the horse's preference.

Caroline seemed to do well to cool things down from start to finish.

When did it become compulsory to use them?

 

[Peregrine Falcon]

Come on Fame. Be good!

 

[Maxine67]

Carl looks tired

 

[Kadastorm]

Did he just call Becky ‘Nicky Moody’?

 

[Equi]

Oh Fame don’t dare get spooky at white things lol

 

[Ambers Echo]

Oh well of course now I've found this thread! But is this just equestrian? Is there room for a 2nd for other sports? Looking forward to Carl/s test and have splashed out on Discovory +

 

[Kadastorm]

@Ambers Echo we have been discussing other sports in here too

 

[LadyGascoyne]

I have missed Carls test because I cannot find it on BBC anywhere and I’m just getting adverts

 

[Ambers Echo]

Oh it’s on now - this morning they says 12:10. Arghh

 

[Equi]

He’s a little to btv for my liking

 

[khalswitz]

I have missed Carls test because I cannot find it on BBC anywhere and I’m just getting adverts

I couldn’t find it anywhere on BBC or Eurosport.

Honestly, this carving up of major sporting events between different subscription channels is a travesty. I thought the Olympics had to be on free to air TV by law? Why is the BBC not covering it all?

 

[Surbie]

I wish she'd stop calling the horses 'it'.

 

[Tiddlypom]

Lovely steps from Fame but oh so compressed in the neck

 

[Equi]

77.345

 

[ihatework]

Mmmm, solid enough for Carl, but not a podium worthy test IMO. Awkward neck and moments of irregularity from tension. Sorry Carl

 

[PolarSkye]

Well done Carl . . . no matter the score under a ridiculous amount of pressure and scrutiny.

 

[scats]

Who is the lady commentator?