China's Olympians set, now industry ready to saddle up

Chinese equestrian officials say now that local riders have qualified for the Olympics it is time to further promote the sport and the Chinese horse-breeding industry.

The inaugural National Horse Racing Tournament for Chinese Native Horses will be staged on July 18 and 19 at the Horqin Right Wing Middle Banner, Hinggan League of the Inner Monogolia Autonomous Region, filled with vast pastures and boasting thousands of years of horse-racing tradition.

Riders not only from professional teams and CEA registered organizations, but also amateur and non-registered clubs are invited, encouraging broad participation.