FEI WEC 2008
FEI World Endurance Championship 2008
The FEI World Endurance Championship 2008 (“WEC 2008”) will be held at The Terengganu International Endurance Park in Terengganu, Malaysia.
Situated a few kilometers from the South China Sea, the venue offers visitors and competitors the best of Malaysia's natural beauty and hospitality, as well as:
- First class stabling and quarantine areas for horses
- Excellent trails, groomed for a safe, yet challenging Endurance competition
- Sheltered cooling and crewing stations and vetting area
- Spectator-friendly viewing areas
- Hospitality and refreshment centers
The course is designed to provide a safe yet challenging competition, taking riders along the stunning coast line, through palm plantations, along canal banks and through natural vegetation forests. A long and wide stretch of track provides ample space for the start of the competition and egress from the venue, and for a safe finish line and entry back into the Endurance Park.
The Organising Committee is offering to qualified riders and teams:
- Two-way air freight for horses to and from Malaysia from designated pick-up points.
- Return tickets for all qualified riders and two grooms per horse, one chef d’equipe and one veterinarian per country.
- Accommodation, meals and transportation for all team officials, riders and grooms.
- Excellent facilities at Malaysia’s “Terengganu International Endurance Park” for both horses and participants.
Important Dates
Entry dates to note are:
- Entries in principle: June 1st, 2008
- Nominated Entries: August 21st, 2008
- Definite Entries: October 1st, 2008
The arrival of the first batch of international horses in Terengganu International Endurance Park is expected to be on October 16th, 2008.
Ceremonies and Events
- Opening Ceremony: 6th November 2008
- Flag Off: 7th November 2008 – 5.000pm
- Prize Giving Ceremony: 9th November 2008 – 10:00am
- Gala Dinner: 9th November 2008 – 8:00pm
