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The Future of Equestrian Sports w/ Debra Ashton: August 19, 2021

The Future of Equestrian Sports w/ Debra Ashton: August 19, 2021

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Thursday, August 19, 2021

During the Tokyo Olympics, a German equestrian competitor and her coach were accused of animal abuse during a pentathalon event after striking the animal. In response, PETA has called for all equestrian events to be removed from the Olympics. Now this begs the question - what is the future of equestrian sports? 95bFM reporter Charlie Parker investigates, speaking to Debra Ashton, CEO of animal right's group SAFE, on public perception of horses and the future of equestrian sports.