Posted: 8th December 2015 | Back to news feed
Can't get to Olympia? don't panic! Broadcast from the BBC is here again!
Olympia, the London International Horse Show has extended its relationship with the BBC to provide planned coverage of the world-renowned show for the next four years.
The planned coverage will run from 2016 to 2019 inclusive, including broadcast on the BBC of the major classes including the Longines FEI World Cup™ Show Jumping qualifier and the Reem Accra FEI World Cup Dressage to music. The broadcast agreement comes at a significant time for UK equestrian sport prior to the 2016 Olympics.
Olympia has been broadcast on the BBC since its inception in 1971. During that time viewers have been treated to thrilling performances from a variety of top class riders from around the world including team GB gold medalists Scott Brash, Ben Maher and Nick Skelton. The nail biting Alltech Puissance remains a highlight for many and has allowed viewers to witness heights of over 7ft being jumped as horse and rider combinations battle it out for victory.
Olympia Commercial Director, Jonathan Goold said: “This is great news for Olympia and Equestrianism in general. The BBC and Olympia have a long-standing relationship and I am delighted that BBC viewers will continue to be able to see the best international Dressage and Show Jumping riders in the world competing at Olympia”.
Barbara Slater, Director BBC Sport said: “We’re pleased to be continuing our relationship with Olympia. It is always a great event in the run up to Christmas, showcasing top class Show Jumping and dressage with some of the best riders in the world, along with the festivities and special events that make the show so special. With the 2016 Rio Olympics coming up, this is a great showcase for some of the best of Olympic sport for our audiences.”
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