Show jumping is a form of competition in which
horses are jumped over a course of fences, low walls, and other obstacles (e.g., water-filled ditches or troughs). The horses are allowed a certain number of refusals, but 3 fault points are added to their score for each one. If they take more than the time allowed for the course, they earn 1/4 fault for each extra second. For every pole that is knocked down, 4 faults are earned.
The final rankings are based on the lowest number of points accumulated. In case of a draw, the horse with the fastest time ranks higher.
Some of the great show jumping horses in history are:
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