Summary:
Among the attractions at the event was a tent pegging competition, which was held in Gurgaon for the first time. The event that started on December 12 has seen participation from over a hundred of best riders and equestrians from across the country. The championship also saw a show-jumping event featuring some of the best horses from India. It is an international sport played on horseback, which finds its origins in ancient cavalry exercises. Col RS Ahluwalia (Retd), Organising Secretary, told us, “It’s the biggest equestrian event Gurgaon has ever hosted and we are so proud to host the best jockeys and horses from the country.”A participant in action during the tent pegging competitionCol (Retd.).