On 5 August, the equestrian events of the 2008 Olympic Games were presented to an array of distinguished guests gathered to honour the achievements to date and the sporting successes which will undoubtedly unfold with the Hong Kong skyline for backdrop.

The FEI President, HRH Princess Haya and FEI Secretary General, Alex McLin attended the dinner at the HKJC Beijing Clubhouse where notable guests such as IOC President Jacques Rogge and former IOC President, Juan Antonio Samaranch as well as former FEI President HRH The Infanta Doña Pilar de Borbon and representatives from BOCOG, the Equestrian Company, the Hong Kong Government and the Hong Kong Jockey Club were also united to support the great endeavours and efforts which have characterised the lead up and preparations for the events in Hong Kong.

HRH Princess Haya confirmed the great collaboration over the past two years: “This short timescale has made no difference to the preparations because of the close partnerships we have enjoyed working with such enthusiastic and dedicated associates (…) President Rogge has said that this Games is a historic moment for the Olympic movement and so it will be for horsesport.”