The FEI is pleased to announce the launch of the online FEI Prohibited Substances Database which is now available on www.feicleansport.org. The purpose of this new database is to provide clear guidance on the substances included in the Equine Prohibited Substances List coming into effect on 5 April 2010.
Under the new Equine Anti Doping and Controlled Medication Regulations, anything prohibited in competition, no matter how the substance is classified, is called a “Prohibited Substance”. Doping substances, which have no place in equine sport, are called “Banned Substances,” while medication substances that are commonly used in equine medicine but prohibited in competition, are called “Controlled Medication Substances”.
“This new database is an extremely practical tool for anyone involved in equestrian sport, but especially for riders, veterinarians, officials, event organisers, managers, coaches and grooms,” FEI Veterinary Director Graeme Cooke commented. “The ability to search a database in this manner is now very familiar to most people. I invite everyone involved in equestrian sport to visit it and see how easy and straightforward it is to use. The database makes it clearer than ever before what is prohibited under FEI rules. The inappropriate use of substances is a threat to the health and welfare of the horse and the FEI is making every effort to ensure that everyone understands and adheres to the new Regulations. This is especially important as the latter now provides for a minimum two-year sanction for the proven use of a Banned Substances.”
The database contains all the substances – approximately 1,200 – on the Equine Prohibited Substances List. It provides details such as substance definition, common usage and a few but not an exhaustive list of most popular trade names. Detailed instructions for use of the database and a feedback form are also available. It is important to search the database under the active substance and not the trade name before you use a medication, as simple trade names can vary substantially between countries and can change over time.
The database will be constantly updated and any new substances that are added to the Equine Prohibited Substances List will be added to the database as well. New substances will not lead to a regulation violation until they have been on the List for at least ninety (90) days.
To view the new database as well as the new Regulations, List, Athlete’s and How Testing Works Guides and much more, visit now www.feicleansporg.org.
Media Contact:
Malina Gueorguiev
FEI Press Manager
malina.gueorguiev@fei.org
+41 78 750 61 33
Saturday, 3 April 2010
Grounds Pass Ticket Sales Set for 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Offering will Include Free Child’s Ticket; Host of Venue Activities
LEXINGTON, KY—Grounds Pass tickets for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will go on sale Friday, April 16 at 10AM.
Grounds Pass tickets will be priced at $25 each, but from April 16 through May 31, as a special promotion, tickets will be available for $20. Each Grounds Pass will allow entry to the 2010 Games venue for the selected date of purchase.
To provide for an affordable, family-friendly event, admission for children 12 years of age and under will be free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult.
A limited quantity of Flex Grounds Pass tickets will be available for $30. The Flex Grounds Pass can be used for entry on any one day of choice, without selecting a specific date of attendance at the time of purchase.
Tickets will be available for purchase through www.alltechfeigames.com/tickets, on www.ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, and via the Ticketmaster hotline at 1-800-745-3000.
Grounds Pass tickets allow entry to the 2010 Games for the selected day of purchase and will give spectators access to a wide range of activities at the Kentucky Horse Park venue. Activities include shopping at more than 250 Trade Show booths; exciting exhibits and entertainment at the Kentucky Experience tourism pavilion and the Alltech Experience pavilions; and the Kentucky Horse Park’s world-renowned exhibits and museums.
In addition, spectators will be entertained and educated in the Equine Village, which will present more than 40 exhibitors and some of the world’s top equine entertainment acts and clinicians, including Pat Parelli, Clinton Anderson, and the kid-friendly Equimania.
Grounds Pass tickets are available for 13 days during the Games, excluding the competition days of Endurance, Eventing Cross Country, and Driving Marathon. Spectators who wish to purchase admission for these competitions should visit www.alltechfeigames.com/tickets.
About the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are the world championships of eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). The Games are held every four years and this will be the first occurrence in the United States.
The Games will be broadcast on NBC Sports, which has marked the largest commitment to network coverage of equestrian sport in U.S. television history. Current sponsors include Alltech, Rolex, John Deere, Ariat International, Inc., Meydan and the University of Kentucky. For more information on the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, please visit http://www.alltechfeigames.com/.
LEXINGTON, KY—Grounds Pass tickets for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will go on sale Friday, April 16 at 10AM.
Grounds Pass tickets will be priced at $25 each, but from April 16 through May 31, as a special promotion, tickets will be available for $20. Each Grounds Pass will allow entry to the 2010 Games venue for the selected date of purchase.
To provide for an affordable, family-friendly event, admission for children 12 years of age and under will be free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult.
A limited quantity of Flex Grounds Pass tickets will be available for $30. The Flex Grounds Pass can be used for entry on any one day of choice, without selecting a specific date of attendance at the time of purchase.
Tickets will be available for purchase through www.alltechfeigames.com/tickets, on www.ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, and via the Ticketmaster hotline at 1-800-745-3000.
Grounds Pass tickets allow entry to the 2010 Games for the selected day of purchase and will give spectators access to a wide range of activities at the Kentucky Horse Park venue. Activities include shopping at more than 250 Trade Show booths; exciting exhibits and entertainment at the Kentucky Experience tourism pavilion and the Alltech Experience pavilions; and the Kentucky Horse Park’s world-renowned exhibits and museums.
In addition, spectators will be entertained and educated in the Equine Village, which will present more than 40 exhibitors and some of the world’s top equine entertainment acts and clinicians, including Pat Parelli, Clinton Anderson, and the kid-friendly Equimania.
Grounds Pass tickets are available for 13 days during the Games, excluding the competition days of Endurance, Eventing Cross Country, and Driving Marathon. Spectators who wish to purchase admission for these competitions should visit www.alltechfeigames.com/tickets.
About the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are the world championships of eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). The Games are held every four years and this will be the first occurrence in the United States.
The Games will be broadcast on NBC Sports, which has marked the largest commitment to network coverage of equestrian sport in U.S. television history. Current sponsors include Alltech, Rolex, John Deere, Ariat International, Inc., Meydan and the University of Kentucky. For more information on the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, please visit http://www.alltechfeigames.com/.
Major Changes Proposed to NRHA European Nomination Program / Deadline Extended
NOMINATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 30
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – March 31, 2010 –The deadline for 2009 European-born foal nominations for the National Reining Horse Association European Nomination Program was originally March 31, 2010. However due to suggested changes to the 2010 program conditions, the deadline has been extended to April 30, 2010.
As of March 30, nearly 450 nominations were received. According to Executive Director Dan Wall, “With the number of nominations received to date, the program is well on its way to our goal of 500. However, we realize these pending changes are a concern of many involved in the program. Therefore in fairness to the entire membership, the Executive Committee decided to extend the deadline pending the discussion and approval of the proposed changes to the 2010 conditions.”
During a meeting earlier this month, NRHA European Affiliates proposed changes in the program conditions that would impact foals born in 2010 and later. The Executive Committee will recommend the proposal to the NRHA Board of Directors during their April meeting. Due to these potential changes, the Executive Committee decided to extend the deadline to April 30.
While breeders are in the process of making the decision to nominate 2009 foals, NRHA hopes they will consider the proposed changes shown below. (Please note that the conditions will not change for 2009 foals. Only foals born in 2010 or later will be considered nominated under the revised nomination conditions.)
WHAT ARE THE PROPOSED CHANGES FOR 2010 FOALS?
After hearing member questions and concerns about the program, NRHA European Affiliates recommend the following:
• To change the structure so that one nomination will not make a horse eligible to enter both the U.S. and European components of the program. This change is proposed as the best solution to ensure the long-term success of both programs.
For example if an owner wants a European-born foal to be eligible to enter the NRHA U.S. Futurity, NRHA U.S. Derby, NRHA European Futurity and NRHA European Derby, he/she will need to:
1). Nominate the horse to NRHA European Nomination Program for 230€
2). Nominate the foal to the U.S. component at a discounted rate. The discounted rate will be discussed and decided by the NRHA Board of Directors at the April 9-10 meeting.
A similar process will apply to horses that are nominated in the U.S. The nominator will need to make the second discounted nomination payment for the horse to be eligible for the NRHA European Futurity and NRHA European Derby.
NOMINATE TODAY!
The NRHA European Futurity is open to all four-year-olds until the 2013 event at which time only horses nominated to the NRHA Nomination Program can enter. The program starts with 2009 European-born foals. The nomination fee for 2009 foals is only 230€ if postmarked by APRIL 30. The fee increases to 1,500€ after APRIL 30.
FIND INFORMATION IN SEVERAL LANGUAGES
Find forms and bank wire information in German, Italian, French, Dutch and English at nrha.com.
GET MORE INFORMATION ON NOMINATING 2009 FOALS
• Visit nrha.com
• Contact Nick Cornelissens at nick@nrha.com or at Englselei 84, 2140 Borgerhout, Belgium / Phone: +32(0) 477 57 25 89 / Fax: 32-3235-3643
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