"The FRMSE informs all equestrian clubs, cavalry units and all riders that the official competitions scheduled for Sunday September 10 have been cancelled, namely the CSO3* Etrier of Casablanca and the CSO1* Ben M'sick Sidi Othmane," said the Federation in a press release.

As for the CJC (competition reserved for young horses) Etrier of Casablanca, initially scheduled for September 12 and 13, it has been postponed to September 14 and 15, adds the same source.

"In view of the earthquake which has struck the Kingdom of Morocco, the FRMSE extends its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured," concludes the press release.