Riders say that a life-sized sumo wrestler positioned next to an obstacle on the Olympic equestrian course may have distracted several horses in qualifying for the individual jumping final.
www.nbcnewyork.com
The Front facing picture is what the Camera See's at the Jump.
the rear Facing Picture, is what the horses see as THEY approach the Jump.
Now, from what I see, that sumo is in the "Mount Me" position.. and THAT'S what the Horses see.