Prince Harry Under Investigation By Polo Association After Spur Incident
Written by Vegetarian Star on September 6th, 2010 in Animal Issues, Athletes-Games-Sports.
The Hurlingham Polo Association has launched an investigation into the injury a horse Prince Harry was riding during a game of polo when it suffered a wound oozing visible blood from a spur Harry was wearing.
The incident occurred during a ride at the Guards Polo Club in Windsor Great Park, Berkshire, in July.
The association’s rules forbid a rider to use spurs excessively and to wear a spur that is likely to result in the horse being injured. Any abuse from a spur, whip or other device that hurts a horse is also forbidden and can result in a fine of up to 50,000 pounds or $77,000.
A representative from Animal Aid commented on the incident, referencing other controversial animal abuse allegations the Royal Family has faced in the past.
“Polo is a very rough activity that causes stress and injuries to horses. The use of spurs in such a fast-moving event is a vicious indulgence. Prince Harry comes from a background of hunting and shooting which is at odds with the vast majority of the British public.”
David Morley, Hurlingham’s chairman of welfare, said it was unusual for horses to suffer blood injuries during a polo match.
“The nature of the injury suggests to me that it was as a result of an accident rather than exuberance,” he said. “Sometimes somebody bumps into another rider and nudges his spurs in.”
Photo: PR Photos
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