ELRAN ARABIAN CUP

The first annual Elran Arabian Cup was held in Belgium on the elegant grounds of the Castle van Rulligan. This was the most elegant show I have ever attended. The 17th century castle with ivy crawling up the tower, elegant expanses of clipped green lawns and emerald ponds, created a classic setting. With many of the shows in Europe cancelled this year due to the foot-and-mouth epidemic, coupled with a popular panel of international judges, made this a must-do show for many of Europe's show strings.