This July 20-22, just before the London Olympics are set to start, San Patrignano will host the 16th edition of the Vincenzo Muccioli Challenge CSI5*. The top names of equestrian sports will be present, including historic show director Eleonora Moroni Ottaviani and technical advisor Emile Hendrix, himself a legend in Dutch equitation. Course designer Louis Konickx, who created the courses at the 2012 Rolex FEI World Cup Final, is back for the third time at San Patrignano. Last year Konickx explained, “I really enjoy designing courses on a grass field, and the beautiful fences here at San Patrignano, each of them unique, are really examples of Italian Design”. In fact, all the jumps were built directly by the young men in the Community’s carpentry shop as part of their professional training.
The prestigious commitment of Rolex continues, this year as a main sponsor. The Swiss luxury watch company, supporting the most important events in equestrian sports since 1957, like the Rolex FEI World CupTM Final held this time of year at ‘s-Hertogenbosch.
The Vincenzo Muccioli Challenge was named Best Show in the world in 2010 and has been consistently among the top five for years. Riders appreciate not only the excellent organization, facilities and footing, but also the unique atmosphere of a special place like San Patrignano.
Pressemitteilung vom 16.04.2012 (sanpatrignano.org)
