The images will go around the world. Horses launched at full speed, which overcome imposing obstacles, even “walk” on water, all in the majestic park of the Château de Versailles. Cross-country, the flagship event of eventing (in addition to dressage and show jumping), will attract crowds and attract all eyes this Sunday. Nearly 40,000 people are expected in this site steeped in history and intimately linked to French equestrian culture.
Nicolas Touzaint, 44 years old and double Olympic team medalist (2004 and 2020), is an emblematic figure of the discipline. “The Olympic Games are never routine,” he confides to Le Figaro. This remains an important event. Even more so when it happens in Paris. It's an additional motivation to be able to compete in your country, in front of your family, in front of your friends. It’s something special.
