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Prix des Nations

equestrian event
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The Prix des Nations is a show jumping competition within equestrian sports. It is a team event, part of the Nations Cup series, where teams of four riders compete over two rounds. The worst score from each team in each round is discarded. This competition tests the horse and rider's ability to clear a series of obstacles, with penalties assessed for disobedience, knocking down obstacles, or falling. The course typically includes 13 or 14 obstacles, some reaching heights of 1.60 meters (5.25 feet), and a water jump. The rider with the lowest penalty score wins. The Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) governs all international shows, including the Prix des Nations.12

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