British rider Oliver Townend could lose sponsors before World Equestrian Games after Badminton whip row

Top British rider Oliver Townend could lose his sponsors ahead of the World Equestrian Games after being warned for excessively whipping his horses at the Badminton Horse Trials.

The 34-year-old was widely criticised for his treatment of both his horses during the cross-country phase at Badminton last weekend.

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Article written by LAURA LAMBERT FOR THE DAILY MAIL