Wellington, Florida – January 8, 2003 -- With over $3 million in prize money at stake, The 2003 Winter Equestrian Festival has attracted horses and riders from more than 13 countries. Beginning on Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at The Palm Beach Polo Equestrian Club in Wellington, over 4,000 horses and over 6,000 riders, trainers, owners and grooms will gear up for the seven-week Wellington competitions.

As the premier horse show venue in the United States, The Winter Equestrian Festival, now in its 31st year, is regarded by equestrians around the world as the place to horse show from January through March of each year. In addition to the United States, the very best horses and riders from countries such as Canada, Venezuela, Argentina, France, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, Russia, Belgium and Denmark will be in Wellington competing. This will include teams showing in the equestrian disciplines of hunters, jumpers and dressage.

The international diversity of the competitors will add a special dimension to the Festival. Spectators can expect to see many different types of horses and a variety of riding styles.

For more information, please contact Mason Phelps, Jr. or Beverly Lake Wilkes at (561) 753-3389.