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201748 minGdocumentary

Obstacles

201748 minGdocumentary

With the Rio Olympics approaching, a national coach and a star eventer prepare to compete in horse triathlon riding.

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Annette van Trigt

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With the Rio Olympics approaching, a national coach and a star eventer prepare to compete in horse triathlon riding.

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With the Rio Olympics fast approaching, a national coach and a star eventer are ready to prove themselves in the world of horse triathlon riding.

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