The race was stopped and other riders, who were racing at speeds of around 34 kph on the 4.4-km obstacle course, were halted so the 14-year-old gelding called Jet Set could be taken from the scene.

The jumping penalties for the cross-country event are as follows: 1st disobedience: 20 penalties 2nd disobedience (at same obstacle): 40 penalties 3rd disobedience on course: Elimination Fall of horse ...

BBC commentators Andy Austin and Nick Luck were left perplexed by the incident that saw Von Eckermann lose control of his horse, King Edward, as he made his way around the course. The duo were ...