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February 2010 Samantha participated in the Chinese New Year Hong Kong Jockey Club float parade.
December 2009 December 2, 2009 - The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced on Wednesday that it would design and build equestrian venues and offer supporting and professional services to the equestrian events of the 16th Asian Games, to be held in Guangzhou in 2010. This follows a recommendation made by the Hong Kong SAR Government to the Guangzhou Asian Games Organising Committee (GAGOC). A signing ceremony was held today in Guangzhou for a "Memorandum of Understanding between the Guangzhou Asian Games Organising Committee, the Guangzhou Municipal Government and The Hong Kong Jockey Club on the Asian Games Equestrian Events Venue Construction, Technical Support and Post-Asian Games Utilisation". Officiating guests included Club Chairman Dr John C C Chan; Vice President of GAGOC and Vice Governor of Guangdong Province Lin Musheng; Mayor of the Guangzhou Municipal Government Zhang Guangning; HKSAR Chief Secretary for Administration Henry Tang Ying-yen, Director of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Alan Wong; Club Stewards Simon S O Ip, Dr Donald K T Li, Michael T H Lee, Philip N L Chen, Dr Rita Fan Hsu Lai Tai; and Club Chief Executive Officer Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges. 
October 2009 The Hong Kong Showing Jumping team did very well in Jinan's All China Games despite numerous setbacks and challenges. Hong Kong was awarded a team bronze medal by the narrowest margin of several seconds. Congratulations to Patrick & Kenneth who won gold & bronze respectively in the individual rounds for Hong Kong. Samantha was awarded with the Sportsmanship award which was voted by her fellow competitors.
August 2009 Coco won a S class on Saturday and Doris won the Grand Prix of Bernkastel-Kues. June 2009 Samantha has been selected to the Hong Kong Show Jumping Team representing Hong Kong in the 2009 All China Games in Jinan, China. The competition will take place October 18 -27, 2009.  May 2009 In Memoriam of Tresor D'Opaline & Jean-Claude van Geenbergh. On May 14, 2009 we sadly bid fare well to Tresor. He has been a courageous competitor and loyal partner to Jean Claude van Geenbergh & later Samantha. He was a noble horse with tremendous courage and heart. He will be missed. Ironically, Tresor's former rider, Jean Claude van Geenbergh has passed away suddenly just 5 days prior. Tresor has re-united with Jean Claude. Rest in peace, Tresor & J.C. Heart felt appreciation goes out to Dr. Eduardo Felix who provided the best care to Tresor for the last 2 years. Eduardo's devotion to the wellfare of Tresor is exemplary and he is a credit to his profession.
April 2009 Susan & Edson Lyra have generously made available to me the Dutch Warmblood gelding "VINCE R" as my mount in the 2009 ALL CHINA GAMES in Jinan, China. I am looking forward to represent Hong Kong in this important National Championship in October 2009. The All China Games is a multi sports event that takes place every 4 years in which the best athletes from all provinces & regions in China come together to showcase their skills and athleticism. The winners will be honored as the National Champions in their respective events. » Play Video » August 2008 The last 2 weeks have been the most incredible time in my life. The Equestrian Company has done a wonderful job organizing the equestrian events. It has been my honor and privilege to represent Hong Kong in this most memorable and historic Olympics on our home soil. On behalf of my teammates, we wish to express our deepest gratitude to everybody at The Hong Kong Jockey Club, Hong Kong Equestrian Federation, HK SF&OC, F.E.I., various HK government agencies and all the volunteers who made this event possible. Last but not least, my teammates and I wish to express our deepest appreciation to the citizens of Hong Kong for their most enthusiastic support and warm embrace. I am inspired and motivated to represent Hong Kong again in the future.  August 17, 2008 Samantha rode well in the 2 qualifying rounds despite a very sore back from an injury sustained from a training session. Tresor labored from the high temperature and humidity and tired early. He jumped gallantly but the heavy air prevented him from his usual explosive form. They did not manage to move on to the next round. Everyone was very proud of her courage, determination and her ability to protect her horse and bring him home intact despite very adverse weather condition. August 8, 2008 Samantha and her teammates meet the press in Hong Kong.  June 2008 June 5, 2008 Samantha attended press conference hosted by Hong Kong Jockey Club.  May 2008 May 7, 2008 Samantha has successfully qualified both Tresor and Coco for the Hong Kong Olympics in Hagen, Germany. » Play Video »  News articles from external sources: Equestrian Events (Hong Kong) of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad The Hong Kong Equestrian Federation South China Morning Post Information Services Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Chinese Equestrian Association Hästmagazinet The Hong Kong Jockey Club Horsetalk International Business Times Racing and Sports April 2008 Samantha is pleased to have ANIMO ITALIA as her official sponsor of riding apparel. ANIMO riding apparels are made in Italy with the best material and workmanship. March 2008 Samantha is delighted to be a partner rider with FREEJUMPSYSTEM, SA. FREEJUMP safety stirrups are the best stirrups in the sport for any discipline. NEW ARRIVAL: Samantha welcome the arrival of VDL Usday, a beautiful and talented mare by the famous VDL stallion Orame. Usday is very explosive in her jumps and has excellent technique and scope. She will compete in the 7 years old classes and also the youngster tour this summer.
February 2008 Samantha becomes a TEAM SAMSHIELD sponsored rider. SAMSHIELD supplies custom fitted riding safety headwear with large range of fashionable variations. NEW ARRIVALS: Samantha welcome the arrival of Busserella, a 7 years old talented daughter of Tresor. She will make her debut in Arezzo. Also in the stable is a beautiful 4 years daughter of Apple Juice. Her name is POMME D’OR. She is just under saddle and will be ridden lightly this year. Apple Juice is a BWP approved son of Tresor and is enjoying great success with Dirk Demeersman.
Samantha and Tresor placed 9th in 1.50M Grand Prix at CSI 5* Brussels. This is only their 2nd show together as a team.
August 2007 Samantha attended the Test Event in Hong Kong. April 2007 Samantha has officially obtain the Hong Kong passport and will represents Hong Kong in any future competitions.  September 2006 Samantha has won 2 classes with Coco and Talent respectively in Chantilly, France. January 2006 Samantha has relocated to Brussels, Belgium and will be working and training with Nelson Pessoa. September 2005 Samantha was awarded the "Gold Karte" by the German Federation for her achievement and results.
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