Show jumping competition formats: time, two phases and jump-off

In show jumping, not all classes work the same way. Here are the main formats under the FEI rules.

Table A

The most common format: penalties are counted (knockdowns, refusals, time). It can be run against the clock (the fastest clear wins) or not against the clock [1][2].

Table C (speed)

Scoring is based on speed: each knockdown adds seconds to the time, and the lowest time wins [1][2].

Two-phase classes

A course split into two parts («power» and «speed»): a clear first phase continues straight into a faster second phase [1].

Jump-off (barrage)

When included, combinations clear in the first round return for a shorter course against the clock: fewest penalties wins and, if tied, time decides [1][2].

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