U.S. dominates Equestrian eventing events

Updated: 2007-07-23 From: Xinhuanet

RIO DE JANEIRO, July 22 (Xinhua) — The United States won both eventing titles in the equestrian tournament at the 15th Pan American Games here on Sunday.

The Americans clean swept the medals of the individual eventing held at the Equestrian National Center located at the Deodoro Military Club.

Karen O’Connor won the gold at 52.70 points, followed Phillip Dutton in the second place at 53.80 and Gina Miles in the third place with 56.30 points.

In the team event, the American team totaled 162,8 points for the title. Canada finished second with 211 points while Brazil settled for the bronze at 235.6 points.

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