Badminton Horse Trials Rained Out

The famous Badminton Horse Trials have been cancelled because of the heavy downpours causing flooding in Gloucestershire, the first time the event has been cancelled since 1987.

A statement from the organisers said "The recent exceptional rainfall has left the ground at Badminton totally waterlogged and partially flooded. Further rain is due this week leaving no chance of the ground drying out."

 This is particularly disappointing in an Olympic year, where fans would have got a sneak peak at potential Olympic combinations.

Check out BBC's interview with event organiser Hugh Thomas, who explains why he had to cancel the event.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-17900049