A fear that tourists will not specifically visit Hong Kong to view the 2008 Olympic equestrian events - and a concern that affected competitors will also miss being an integral part of the 'Olympic city' (given they will be 2,000 kms South - rather then 34 kms West) has meant a decision about the venue for the 2008 equestrian events has stalled.

Whilst the International Equestrian Federation continue to argue their case with the IOC it would appear that Beijing also has some explaining to do given it specifically stated in its original submission to host the 2008 Olympics that it could handle the quarantine issue and host every sport...