【讲述人/余舟、凌杰 对话/观察者网 郑乐欢】 今年是马年，作为接触马术已经十年的"养马人"，想和大家聊一聊"养马"这件事。 马在人类文明历史中的"转型" 虽然近二十年来，随着国内经济发展与教育观念的逐渐开放，马术教育确实在稳步推广。但客观地说， 它至今仍是一项比较小众的爱好。 现在除了新疆、内蒙古、西藏等传统地区还保有悠久的骑马文化，马这种动物在大多数现代人的生活 中，几乎已经退出了日常视野。对于普通人而言，基本没有饲养条件；作为肉用，除中亚等少数地区 外，也并非主流饮食选择。这使得普通人对马的认知，大多停留在影视作品或模糊的印象中，也因此产 生了不少误解。 不过在古代，马可跟普通的家畜不同，而是一种重要的战略资源，其重要性是其他动物无可替代的。一 是作为骑兵的坐骑，其速度、冲击力和机动性成为战场胜负的关键因素。二是作为跨区域商品的运输载 体，马是古代最快的陆地交通工具。三，几乎所有古代文明中，拥有马匹都是贵族、骑士阶层的特权， 是社会等级的显性标志。 过去，骑兵在战争中拥有不可替代的重要性。 马在现代社会的"退场"，并非因为其本身价值的消失，而是因为一场深刻的"动力革命"。其功能被更高 效、更廉价、更标准 ...

2月4日，在遵义首家专业城市马场——芳华里马术俱乐部，来自桐梓县的李先生正带着5岁半的孩子体验马 背骑行。"市区就有这样的专业马术体验很难得，孩子近距离接触后特别喜欢。"李先生说。 "为持续激发消费潜力，从2月18日到3月3日，园区将举办马术巡游、摄影展等主题展览活动，进一步激活园 区人气与商业活力，让工业遗产在文商旅融合发展中焕发新生机。"胡君说。 芳华里马术俱乐部位于新蒲新区新蒲街道羊叉路，于2025年6月28日开业，占地1.4万平方米，配备专业教练 团队，是集马术教学、表演、赛事及休闲体验于一体的综合性马术运动场所。俱乐部工作人员万娇介绍，寒 假以来，马术体验项目持续火热，平日客流稳定，周末及晴好天气单日接待量可达上百人次。 马术体验项目有效带动了文创园的消费热度。下午5点左右，芳华里新蒲大院后厨已忙碌起来。前厅经理刘 诗丽称，该店于2025年10月开业，主打酸汤牛肉、烤羊、烤鸡等特色菜品，每周六还推出篝火晚会，"体验 马术项目通常是一家人，结束后就过来吃饭，让我们的生意也更好了。" 转自：贵州日报 芳华里3536文创园总经理胡君介绍，该文创园整体占地300余亩，最初是跟随20世纪六七十年代"三线建设" ...

1月30日至2月1日，第二届浪琴香港国际马术盛典在香港亚洲国际博览馆连日上演。除马术障碍赛等精 彩赛事之外，退役赛马音乐骑术表演、雪特兰小马大赛、狗狗障碍挑战赛等表演赛事连番上演，为观众 呈现驾驭的魅力。赛场之外，与赛马相关的众多互动区域、纪念品店等，令来宾流连忘返。本届马术盛 典由香港赛马会作为策略伙伴进行全力支持。图为2月1日的亚洲青年挑战赛中，骑手驾驭马匹越过障 碍。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 图为1月31 日的马术障碍赛中，骑手驭马跃障。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 日的亚洲青年挑战赛中，一名骑手驭马跃障。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 图为1月31 图为2月1 图为2月1 日的亚洲青年挑战赛中，中国骑手孙瑞睿驭马跃障。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 日的马术障碍赛中，骑手驭马跃障。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 图为1月31 日的马术障碍赛中，骑手驭马跃障。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 图为1月31日的马术障碍赛中，骑手驭马跃障。中 新网记者 侯宇 摄 图为2月1日的亚洲青年挑战赛中，柬埔寨王国公主诺 罗敦·阿姆丽塔驭马跃障。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 驾驭退役赛马进行音乐骑术表演。中新网记者 侯宇 摄 图为骑手 图为1月31 日进行的雪特兰小马大赛中，青 ...

据悉，国际马术盛典源于英国伦敦，距今已有50余年历史。本届盛典汇聚了多位全球前百强骑手，其中 包括欧洲冠军与奥运选手。香港赛马会马术队成员赖桢敏和黎嘉怡，将代表中国香港参加部分赛事。盛 典期间还将举行"雪特兰小马大赛""狗狗障碍挑战赛""香港赛马会音乐骑术表演"等项目。 香港赛马会主席廖长江表示，盛典期间举办的五星级国际马术赛事云集了全球顶尖的马匹和骑手，为马 年系列活动揭开序幕，是庆祝人马之间独特而深厚情谊的重点活动之一。 1月30日，第二届浪琴香港国际马术盛典在香港亚洲国际博览馆启幕。图为骑手参加"香港赛马会亚洲青 年挑战赛"。中新社记者 李志华 摄 中新社香港1月30日电(刘玥晴 邱兆翔)第二届浪琴香港国际马术盛典30日在香港亚洲国际博览馆启幕。 持续3日的盛典将呈现国际马术联合会认证的五星级国际马术障碍赛等多样比赛。 主办方代表Clarion Events Asia Pte Ltd行政总裁理查德·爱尔兰德(Richard Ireland)表示，本届国际马术盛 典的举办，在国际舞台上彰显了香港充满活力的一面，进一步提升了香港作为国际体育盛事之都的声 誉。 13岁的马术爱好者林森冉与母亲专程从广州前来观赛 ...

Core Viewpoint - The fourth Guangdong Equestrian Festival and the eighth Guangdong Equestrian League "Hong Kong Jockey Club Cup" finals commenced in Guangzhou, showcasing a blend of professionalism, entertainment, and experiential aspects of equestrian sports [1][3]. Group 1: Event Overview - The event features 19 participating teams and over 370 horse-rider combinations from the Pearl River Delta, competing over two days [1]. - The event is guided by the China Equestrian Association and the Guangdong Provincial Sports Bureau, with the Guangdong Equestrian Association as the organizer and the Hong Kong Jockey Club as the chief partner and title sponsor [1][3]. Group 2: Achievements and Development - Guangdong has established itself as a leader in the development of equestrian sports in China, creating the country's first provincial equestrian league system with significant support from the Hong Kong Jockey Club [3]. - The Guangdong equestrian team achieved notable success at the 15th National Games, winning two golds, one silver, and three bronzes, setting a benchmark for equestrian development in China [3]. Group 3: Competition Highlights - The finals include two main categories: dressage and show jumping, featuring eight competition events that highlight the diversity and professionalism of equestrian sports [3][5]. - The show jumping event at the 1.35-meter level is the highest level of competition, showcasing top riders, with Li Zhenqiang from Jinboluo Equestrian Club winning the championship [5][7]. Group 4: Future Prospects - Over the past eight years, the number of participating clubs in the Guangdong Equestrian League has increased from fewer than 10 to nearly 80 [8]. - By the end of the 2025 season, it is expected that the number of horse-rider combinations participating in the league and U series will reach 5,000, with nearly 2,000 active youth riders [8].

Core Viewpoint - The court ruled that the equestrian club bears primary responsibility for the injury sustained by the student during an internship, while the vocational college holds secondary responsibility, leading to compensation for the student's losses [3][4]. Group 1: Incident Overview - The student, Zhang, was injured during an internship at an equestrian club while studying equine management at a vocational college, resulting in severe injuries including liver and kidney damage, and multiple fractures [1]. - The equestrian club claimed that the student should have released the reins to avoid danger, arguing that the incident was due to the student's failure to follow safety protocols [1]. Group 2: Court's Findings - The court determined that the incident occurred during the student's internship, where he was engaged in managing the horses, thus establishing a labor relationship with the equestrian club [3]. - Both the equestrian club and the vocational college were found to have safety education and management obligations, with the court applying general tort liability principles to assign responsibility based on fault [3][4]. Group 3: Responsibility Allocation - The equestrian club was deemed the direct manager during the internship and failed to provide necessary safety training and equipment, leading to its primary liability for the incident [4]. - The vocational college was found to have indirect management responsibilities and failed to adequately prepare the student for potential risks, resulting in its secondary liability [4]. - The court ordered the equestrian club to compensate over 570,000 yuan and the vocational college to pay 260,000 yuan for the student's medical and disability-related expenses [4].

Core Viewpoint - The twelfth Longines Beijing International Equestrian Masters, held at the National Stadium ("Bird's Nest"), showcases the growth of equestrian sports in China, driven by the efforts of overseas Chinese, particularly Li Jing, who aims to promote the internationalization of Chinese sports through equestrian events [4][5][6]. Group 1: Event Overview - The event took place from October 16 to 19, 2023, and is recognized as one of the largest and highest-level equestrian events in Asia, with the theme "Leap into Legend" [4]. - The competition has evolved over the past decade, becoming a significant platform for Chinese riders to compete alongside top international athletes, with 12 invited international riders this year, including 5 who have ranked first in the world [7][10]. Group 2: Li Jing's Journey - Li Jing, a Chinese expatriate, transitioned from a successful career in the U.S. construction industry to founding China's first permanent international equestrian competition at a national landmark, inspired by her daughter's passion for horses [6][8]. - The initial event faced numerous challenges, including venue modifications and the establishment of veterinary teams, as it was the first high-standard international equestrian obstacle race in mainland China [7][10]. Group 3: Development of Equestrian Sports in China - The event has contributed to the popularization and professionalization of equestrian sports in China, with increasing interest from families as they recognize the benefits of equestrian activities for children's focus and emotional development [8][9]. - Li Jing has initiated the "Bird's Nest Road" national pre-selection competition and youth training programs, establishing a localized event system across major cities, which includes over ten competitions annually [9][10]. Group 4: Cultural and Educational Impact - Equestrian sports are seen as a means to instill values such as responsibility, patience, and respect in children, which are applicable beyond the sport itself [9][12]. - The growth of equestrian clubs and the increase in horse imports indicate a shift from equestrianism being a niche sport to a more mainstream and professional activity in China [12].

Group 1 - The Shanghai International Equestrian Culture Week will take place from September 30 to October 8, transforming the Shanghai Jiushi International Equestrian Center into a hub of equestrian culture [1] - The event features five top-tier equestrian competitions, including the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) China Equestrian Tour with over 300 domestic and international horse-rider combinations competing in show jumping [1] - The event also includes the China Urban Polo Open, the first FEI-certified Young Horse Championship in China, an international equestrian charity competition featuring Olympic gold medalists, and a youth elite competition focusing on local emerging riders [1] Group 2 - On October 6, coinciding with the Mid-Autumn Festival, the event will offer a series of festive benefits including an international charity competition, a cross-border night, and complimentary tickets for the public [2] - Grammy-winning jazz artist Nicole Zuraitis will perform at the Mid-Autumn cross-border night, combining equestrian elegance with jazz improvisation, promoting innovative integration of sports and arts [2] - The event will also feature performances by several well-known singers, enhancing the cultural atmosphere in Shanghai during the autumn season [2] Group 3 - The event will further stimulate consumer potential through the distribution of exclusive consumption vouchers and collaboration with various city landmarks for promotional activities [3]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) has pledged financial support of HKD 450 million to the Hong Kong delegation for the 15th National Games and the 12th National Paralympic Games, demonstrating its commitment to national sports events and collaboration with local governments [1] - The signing of the memorandum between HKJC and the Guangdong Provincial Sports Bureau aims to support equestrian events and related activities for the National Games, promoting a "green, shared, open, and clean" event [2] - HKJC will leverage its extensive experience in hosting world-class equestrian events to enhance the quality of the equestrian competitions at the National Games, focusing on six key areas including venue design and horse welfare [2] Group 2 - A cooperation agreement was signed between HKJC and the Guangdong Huangcun Sports Training Center, which will involve investment in facilities and shared use of equestrian resources to elevate the equestrian standards in the Greater Bay Area [3] - The Huangcun Training Center has been a key base for cultivating competitive sports talent in Guangdong and has collaborated with HKJC since 2015, providing professional training opportunities for aspiring jockeys [3] - The partnership aims to prepare for regular horse racing events at the Conghua Racecourse starting in 2026, contributing to the development of the national horse industry [3]

Core Points - The 2025 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup China League Wuhan Station concluded successfully, marking a significant event in the equestrian sports calendar [2] - The event featured over 547 horse-rider combinations from 60 clubs across 25 cities in China, as well as international participants from countries including Australia, South Africa, Ukraine, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Jordan, and the Netherlands [1] - The competition included various levels of individual and team events, culminating in the highlight 1.45m Longines FEI World Cup event [1] Group 1 - The 1.45m Longines World Cup saw Chinese rider Liang Ruiji and his horse "Lan Luna" win with zero penalties in a time of 45.74 seconds [1] - Chinese rider Mula Deli and his horse "Qing Qichu" secured second place with 4 penalties in 42.39 seconds, while German rider Bernd Klein took third place with 4 penalties in 43.93 seconds [1] - In the 1.40m Longines World Cup qualifying event, three Chinese riders achieved notable results: 14-year-old Sun Ruirui won with his horse "Pudding," followed by Jiang Zhixiang in second with "Xiao V," and Duan Yihua in third with "Mu Xu" [4] Group 2 - The 2025 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup China League Wuhan Station is noted as the most prestigious international equestrian event held in Wuhan to date, with record participation [4] - This event marks Wuhan's first hosting of an international two-star FEI jumping competition, filling a gap in the city's previous lack of such events [4]