In less than an hour, $5,700 was lost by an equestrian trainer in what she describes as a mad scramble to protect her money from hackers. She said the only thing left to do is warn others before it’s too late.

A couple of dozen riders and horses were practicing recently at the Del Mar Horse Park as they prepared for one of the biggest equestrian events in the nation, the Del Mar Summer Festival.

Taking a gentle trot among them was Alixe Garcia with her horse Lenny. She’s been riding since she can remember, for more than 35 years. The equestrian coach said the July festival is one of her favorites.

“Really, really big caliber levels will be occurring here on this grand prix field, so you'll be able to see some of the best riders in the country showing their horses here,” Garcia said as s

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