Fall out from the Olympics
There is likely to be some fall out from the Modern Pentathlon at the Olympics.
The German trainer was sent home and will not be training in Germany again.
They may change that part of the competition.
"Bucking horses urged on with a riding crop although they clearly don't feel like jumping over obstacles or even entering the course. Howling riders who have completely lost their nerve.
Numerous falls by riders that just about walk away without serious injuries.
Sweating animals with wide eyes who, even after several throw-offs, have to ride on until the finish line is finally reached and the agony is over.
No one needs to see scenes like these. The show jumping portion of the modern pentathlon on Friday was anything but good advertising for equestrian. What occurred in Tokyo's Baji Koen Equestrian Park was far from normal show jumping and should instead be described as animal cruelty.
No show jumper would force his or her animal over obstacles if it clearly did not want to or had already refused several obstacles. Even at major events, it is common for riders to prefer to end the round and drop out of the competition rather than continue to force their horses. The welfare of the animals takes precedence over sporting success.."
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https://www.dw.com/en/opinion-animal-cruelty-on-display-at-the-olympics/a-58790373
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That is so wicked on so many levels. Medals apparently take precedence over animal welfare and good sense. That shit has got to stop. 
