Kristina Cook of Britain rides Billy the Red during the cross-country test of the eventing competition at the World Equestrian Games at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, N.C., on Sept. 15. But those are individuals who literally spend 20 hours a day with the horses,” said Packy McGaughan, a trainer. With Florence — and opening ceremonies — looming, state officials considered recalling the hospital for use in worse-hit areas. “This event is a big deal for the state of North Carolina,” he said. The contest began with a false start, after some competitors set off in the wrong direction along the 75-mile course.

Source: Washington Post September 16, 2018 23:03 UTC