The Rolex FEI World Cup Jumping Final will be held April 27 to May 1, 2011 in Lepzig, Germany. This indoor competition has been going on for 32 seasons, and it is known as the most prestigious indoor class, internationally, because of the entrance difficulty and top top riders and horses who compete in it. Last year's winner, Marcus Ehning, will be returning this year to defend his title with his horse Plot Blue. On an interesting note, Marcus and Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum, who will also be attending, will both be reaching for the same goal: to break the current record and achieve 4 World Cup wins. They each have 3 under their belts. Riders show all season long in order to achieve entrance into this incredibly prestigious class. From the one hundred something classes offered to qualify for the cup, standings are determined, according to the results of the qualifiers, of course. The top rankers all over the world are invited to compete in the World Cup, where they jump an indoor course set anywhere between a 1.50m and 1.60m. There are multiple rounds to this class, to determine the winner. You can watch this LIVE on your computer on the FEI TV. For more information click on the link below.
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