What a coup!
The biggest name in world eventing will be the superstar of Equitana Auckland.
Andrew Nicholson is heading home, with his wife Wiggy and children Zach and Lily, for the first time in years to be part of the inaugural event.
Andrew Nicholson is heading home, with his wife Wiggy and children Zach and Lily, for the first time in years to be part of the inaugural event.
His recent win at the Badminton Horse Trials has captured international attention, with many calling it one of the greatest comebacks ever.
Andrew suffered what could have been a career-ending injury in 2015 when he broke his neck, making his victory at Badminton truly remarkable. The former world number one pulled off the fairy tale finish in his 37th completion of the prestigious event.
Equitana Auckland event director Andrew Hansen says it is an honour to have Andrew back in New Zealand for the event. “This will be his first time back on New Zealand soil for some years and we are ecstatic to have him as one of the stars of Equitana, where we will be showcasing his brilliance, expertise and experience.”
Equitana Auckland event director Andrew Hansen says it is an honour to have Andrew back in New Zealand for the event. “This will be his first time back on New Zealand soil for some years and we are ecstatic to have him as one of the stars of Equitana, where we will be showcasing his brilliance, expertise and experience.”
Andrew is lauded as one of the world’s greatest horsemen. He has competed at six Olympics, winning one silver and two bronze medals; and also seven World Equestrian Games.
And he is very happy to be coming home.
“I’m really looking forward to coming back to New Zealand and being part of the action at Equitana,” he says. “It promises to be a unique and exciting event, and a great opportunity for me to thank equestrians fans (in person) for their messages and support.”
Equitana Auckland is a sister event to those in Germany and Melbourne – Germany is considered the largest equine trade event in the world. This is the first time it has come to New Zealand and it will be the most international equestrian event in Australasia since the 2000 Olympic Games.
The event promises much, bringing a level of equestrian entertainment and education like no other, right in the heart of Auckland City. Included will be elite competition in dressage, show jumping and dressage, among others.WHAT: EQUITANA Auckland
WHERE: ASB Showgrounds, Auckland
WHEN: November 23-26, 2017
MORE INFO: www.equitanaakl.co.nz
TICKETS ON SALE: July, 2017
WHERE: ASB Showgrounds, Auckland
WHEN: November 23-26, 2017
MORE INFO: www.equitanaakl.co.nz
TICKETS ON SALE: July, 2017
