Equestrian
Equestrian events are remarkable sporting spectacles: they are defined in equal part by strength, speed, and endurance, and present a number of interesting timing and scoring challenges. At the heart of each performance is the incredible relationship between horse and rider as they work together to achieve competitive perfection.
Swiss Timing and Equestrian Sports
Swiss Timing, in cooperation with its sister brand Longines, provides timekeeping and scoring services at the world’s leading Show Jumping equestrian events.
Show Jumping
The excitement of Show Jumping has generated an enormous fan base over the years. It is truly thrilling to watch the extraordinary horses jump a series of obstacles with heights of up to 1.6 metres and spreads of up to two metres.
For these competitions, Swiss Timing works closely with the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) to ensure that time is recorded precisely and that each penalty is noted in the timing and scoring system. Penalties are assessed when a horse knocks down a bar, when its feet touch water, or if it refuses to execute a jump. The destruction of an obstacle or exceeding time limits are resulting in additional sanctions.
The Swiss Timing team and the judges are together in the same room, which is located to give a clear view of the entire competition arena so that any scoring issues can be resolved immediately.
SCOPE OF SERVICE
The Swiss Timing team works closely with the International Equestrian Federation, judges, and local organizers to ensure that all services requested are provided. Below is a list of the services typically delivered at equestrian events. Click on the links to find out more about them.
Timing
Public Scoreboards and Displays
On-Venue Results (OVR)
Commentator Information System (CIS)
TV Graphics
Virtual Graphics
Services for Equestrian - Jumping & Services for Equestrian - Dressage
