Meanwhile, Peng Yulian of China and Yip Sui Hong of China's Hong Kong made Paralympic Games history Monday when they stepped out to compete in the Grade II Individual Championship Test in Dressage at Shatin arena.

Applause from the crowd at the Shatin Equestrian Venue greeted the two of the 18 riders when they entered the competition arena.

It was the first time that China and China's Hong Kong have sent riders in the Para-Dressage events.

Peng placed the 9th out of 18 riders with 64.545 percentage points while Yip scored 50.545 points to rank the 18th.

In an interview with reporters, Peng said "I was quite satisfied. It was an honor to represent China in the Paralympic Games. I just want to do my best in the Games, regardless of the ranking. I have chosen some lively music for the Freestyle on Wednesday."

For his part, Yip said "Both the horse and I did our best in the arena. I am satisfied with the performance, no matter how much the score is." "We have been working very well. But the spectators in the arena made me a bit excited and also nervous", he added.

Peng and Yip will also compete in Freestyle tests on Sept. 10.

Naepel Britta celebrates with her horse, Cherubin 15.[Xinhua]

(Xinhua News Agency September 8, 2008)