Follow the 2023 Mongol Derby Live

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The 2023 Mongol Derby is almost upon us

The thundering hooves of brave Equestrianists from across the globe will soon resonate through the vast Mongolian steppes as the 12th Edition of the Mongol Derby is about to kick off.

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August Mongol Derby Day 10: Here comes the cavalry

1,000km later, the August 2022 Mongol Derby comes to a close on a blissful sunny day as our final extraordinary riders make it home to join the party.

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August Mongol Derby Day 9: When it rains, it pours

The heavens open out on the steppe as another 13 riders make it home, bin bags as clothing are suddenly all the rage and the usual finish camp cold beer is replaced by mulled wine.

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August Mongol Derby Day 8: A home win

A Mongolian master horseman conquers the Derby, Adventure Class brings the party and "The Rocket" is unleashed onto the steppe.

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August Mongol Derby Day 7: The heat is on

Tensions and temperatures rise on the steppe as the dash for the line begins in earnest, penalties upset the leaderboard and team alliances keep tired riders motivated.

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August Mongol Derby Day 6: Luck of the draw

Lottery stations recast the dice as riders find themselves facing some fiery mounts, a vet penalty threatens to upset the leaderboard and one rider finds some touching inspiration for a new tattoo.

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August Mongol Derby Day 5: Halfway horse

After the rain comes the sunshine for our August 2022 Derby riders as the clouds clear, the frontrunners remain locked in battle for the narrowest of leads at the halfway mark and "Chomper" proves manners are overrated.

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August Mongol Derby Day 4: Ride, rinse, repeat

A wet day on the steppe tests gear and fortitude

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August Mongol Derby Day 3: It ain’t over till it’s over

The field shakes up and a new leaderboard sifts out

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August Mongol Derby Day 2: I get by with a little help from my friends

Day 2 and the rubber hits the road: good friends, good hospitality, good memories abound

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August Mongol Derby Day 1: The lone ranger

A Viking makes an early bid to conquer the Mongolian steppe, "Munchies" attempts to bury his jockey in order to better access his lunch, and the heat is on for both horses and riders.

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