Despite a delay from Hurrican Irene, The Hampton Classic Horse Show was successfully held in Bridgehampton. One of the largest horse shows in the US, it featured a number of events with competitors ranging from youngsters to Olympic veterans. Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist McLain Ward won for the third consecutive year and record sixth time overall. hamptonclassic.com.

Norman Dello Joio riding Notre Star

Mayor Michael Bloomberg

James Lipton and Rosanna Scotto

Kent Farrington riding Uceko

Jill Rappaport

Nacho Figueras

McClain Ward riding Antares F

Photos by Tom Fitzgerald and Pamela Napoli for Society-In-Focus, society-in-focus.com