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700 horses to compete in Norfolk equestrian event

by Donovan Blake

More than 700 horses are expected to compete this weekend as the three day eventing season moves to North Norfolk.

The Houghton Hall International attracts the world's top riders with the sport still basking in the glow of last summer's Olympics.

The Houghton International is now in its seventh year. Big names due to ride this weekend include Team GB's Zara Phillips and William Fox-Pitt and the recently knighted Sir Mark Todd from New Zealand.

Click below to watch a report by ITV News Anglia's Sport Correspondent Donovan Blake:

Clarke Carlisle retires from football

Northampton Town star Clarke Carlisle has retired from football Credit: Press Association

Northampton defender and Professional Footballers' Association chairman Clarke Carlisle has called time on his playing career.

Carlisle made his debut for Blackpool in 1997 and went on to make over 500 appearances, also representing QPR, Leeds, Watford, Luton, Burnley, Preston and York.

The 33-year-old's final game was last Saturday as the Cobblers were beaten 3-0 by Bradford in the npower League Two play-off final at Wembley.

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Canaries finish season with win

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Jonny Howson scored a wonder goal for Norwich to win the match Credit: PA

Having secured their Premier League status last weekend, Norwich City produced a remarkable result today to round off their season.

The Canaries travelled to Manchester City and beat last season's champions 3-2.

Anthony Pilkington, Grant Holt and Jonny Howson scored the goals that mean Norwich finish the season 11th in the Premier League.

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