9 min read Last updated: January 2026 Struggling to square glossy UK equestrian feeds with real horsemanship and your horses welfare? This guide shows you how to spot and create welfare-first contentusing a simple 3-part plan, coach-collab tips, and kid-safe guardrailsso you protect your horse, support young riders, and aim to grow UK reach by 20% in 30 days. Quick Summary Short on time? Here are the key takeaways. Area: Welfare-first content What To Do: Post reels that show rug decisions for UK weather, tack fit checks, progressive training and rest days; explain the why and cite BHS/BEVA. Why It Matters: It lifts community standards and protects horses welfare. Common Mistake: Glossy highlights that normalise shortcuts or overwork. Area: Coach collaboration What To Do: Partner with a qualified coach for monthly Q&As, form checks and mini-series; credit sources in captions. Why It Matters: It combines trusted expertise with creator reach for safer, smarter riding. Common Mistake: Sharing training tips without qualifications or evidence. Area: Support young riders What To Do: Balance highlights with behind-the-scenes graft; set skill-based goals and explain the plan in captions; parents/coaches curate feeds. Why It Matters: It protects confidence and keeps juniors engaged in the sport. Common Mistake: Perfection-only feeds that make normal days look like failure. Area: 3-part cadence What To Do: Post 12 educational Reels/week, 1 progress post/week, and Stories 35x/week; set one monthly metric and batch-film with a strong hook. Why It Matters: Consistency drives UK reach, saves and clicks without burnout. Common Mistake: Posting randomly with no goal or UK-relevant angle. Area: Transparent partnerships What To Do: Mark ads clearly; explain why you chose the brand; base feed/supplement posts on forage-first basics and professional advice. Why It Matters: It builds trust and models ethical practice. Common Mistake: Hiding sponsorships or making unevidenced claims. Area: Show real yard life What To Do: Film safety checks, weather-led warm-ups, chores and show prep; end every reel with one lesson learned. Why It Matters: It normalises good practice and boosts saveable content. Common Mistake: Editing out problems or skipping the reasoning behind choices. Area: Kit as education What To Do: Turn rugs, grooming tools, helmets and hi-vis into demos; show fit checks and add UK weather context in captions. Why It Matters: It helps riders make informed, welfare-first purchases. Common Mistake: Choosing fashion over fit or over-rugging. Area: Community engagement What To Do: Run Q&As and polls, reply to DMs, link to welfare resources, and use UK-relevant hashtags. Why It Matters: Two-way dialogue builds trust and reveals real needs. Common Mistake: Broadcasting without responding or using generic, non-UK tags. In This Guide What equestrian influencers change about horse ownership in the UK Do influencers help or harm horse welfare? How social media impacts young riders confidence Who are the most influential voicescoaches or creators? A simple content plan UK riders can use today Show the graft, not just the glitter Be transparent: ethics, welfare and sponsorships Welfare-first kit that educates your audience Scroll any UK equestrian feed and youll see it: barn tours, rug changes, matchy sets, and big-win moments. Influencers now shape how we stable, school, shop and even think about horse welfare.Key takeaway: Equestrian influencers can be a powerful force for good when they prioritise education, ethics and welfareso build and follow content that shows real horsemanship, not just highlights.What equestrian influencers change about horse ownership in the UKInfluencers shape daily care and buying decisions by normalising stable culture and blending advice with advertising. UK riders increasingly learn routines, kit choices and training ideas from creators, not just coaches or magazines.Peer-reviewed research finds equestrian creators primarily communicate about horse issues, building intimacy through a shared love of horsesand that makes endorsements feel natural and less obvious. As equestrian sports receive less mainstream media coverage than football or rugby, riders use social channels to ask questions, swap tips and debate care practices that rarely make it onto TV or into the weekend papers. In the UK, household names like Erin Williams, Esme Higgs, Scott Brash and Benjamin Atkinson have brought British riding contextsmuddy winters, show prep, yard realitiesstraight into our phones.Children are also a fast-growing part of the scene. The number of child influencers on Instagram has increased by 150% in two years, many posting routines, competitions and care tips. That visibility can be brilliant for learningbut it needs guardrails to protect welfare and young riders confidence.Do influencers help or harm horse welfare?They can do bothcreators raise awareness and community standards, but they also shape consumption and perceptions of the humanhorse relationship, which directly affects welfare.Social media influencers are likely to impact followers perception of the humananimal relationship as well as consuming behavior and can therefore affect the welfare of horses. Frontiers in Sports and Active LivingThis is why welfare-forward content matters. Clear demonstrations of good rugging decisions for British weather, tack fit checks, progressive training, rest days, and ethical sponsorships can nudge whole communities towards better standards. Conversely, glitzy portrayals that skip over setbacks, overwork or kit that substitutes for training risk normalising shortcuts at the horses expense. As followers, choose creators who explain the why, cite qualified voices (e.g., BHS, BEVA), and show their horses relaxed, sound, and progressing over monthsnot just minutes.How social media impacts young riders confidenceSelf-esteem in young equestrians tends to decline from around age 10, and glossy, perfection-focused feeds can make it worse; balancing highlights with behind-the-scenes work helps retention and wellbeing.Research shows that glitzy content often excludes the graftmud, early mornings, napping ponies, rehabs, and the inevitability of rails down or refusals. That edit can make normal training days look like failure, especially for juniors measuring themselves against curated reels. The fix is straightforward:Share the mess and the method: from saddle checks to groundwork resets after a sticky ride.Set skill-based goals, not follower goals: e.g., three calm transitions per rein, a softer halt, one new pole pattern.Use captions to explain the plan: what you tried, what didnt work, what youll do next session.Parents and coaches: curate feeds and celebrate process, not just placings.For creators, this builds credibility; for young riders, it keeps the sport sticky when the going gets tough.Who are the most influential voicescoaches or creators?In the UK, qualified coaches remain the most trusted source for horsemanship and welfare, while creators amplify reach and culture; the best outcomes come when both work together.Coaches offer a vital source of counsel and are key influencers within the equestrian community and, therefore, should be considered [in welfare discussions]. International Journal of Equine ScienceBritish Horse Society Fellows and UKCC Level 4 coaches emphasise individual responsibility in training choicestimely rest, progressive loading, and tack that truly fits. Creators can then turn that expertise into accessible Reels and Stories that reach thousands of everyday owners. As a follower, look for creators who collaborate with qualified coaches, cite evidence, and welcome questions. As a creator, bring a coach into your content calendarmonthly Q&As, form checks, or a mini-series on contact, straightness, or load management.A simple content plan UK riders can use todayFocus on value over volume: educate, inspire and connect; set one clear monthly goal and deliver it via Reels and Stories using UK-relevant hashtags.Heres a three-part plan you can rinse and repeat:Education (12 Reels/week): Demonstrate care tasks you already do. Examples:Rug switch logic for a British cold snap, showing when you pick a lightweight versus a medium turnout, linking to thoughtful options in winter turnout rugs.Daily hoof checks, muddy-heel management and brush choices, pointing to durable tools from our grooming collection.Safety check: fit your hat before a hack, with a nod to certified options in riding helmets.Inspiration (1 post/week): Track training progress with evidence (short clips, same exercise, two-week intervals). Celebrate small wins: straighter centre lines, a quieter downward transition, a calmer warm-up in wind and rain.Connection (Stories 35x/week): Q&As, polls (What rug temp today?), yard life snapshots, sponsor BTS, and links to welfare resources or coach tips.Set a single metric per month: Grow UK reach by 20% via #ukhorseriders #britishequestrian, or Drive 200 clicks to a welfare checklist. Engage sponsor posts with real feedback and analytics screenshots to demonstrate partnership value, as social strategist Kerri McGregor notes: social platforms can increase online sales or drive potential clients to a bricks-and-mortar business (Horse Journals).Pro tip: Film in batches after muck-out while the yard is quiet; script your first sentenceits the hook.Show the graft, not just the glitterBalance competition highlights with the prep, the problems and the safety choices that got you there; this protects young riders expectations and builds audience trust.Heres what that looks like in practice:Safety-first prep: Share hat checks, hairnets and glove choices before you mount. Tag your trusted kit and point viewers to certified riding helmets and practical competition clothing.Weather honesty: UK wind and sideways rain? Show how you warm up shorter, add walk breaks, and keep your horse dry with sensible layersthen explain the decision. Viewers value why you reached for a specific turnout rug that day.Chores and care: Hoof-pick reels, grooming routines, and post-hack wash-downs make ethics visible and demystify stable life. Link to reliable tools in our grooming range.Junior-friendly reality: If your audience includes pony parents, mix in fit-for-purpose kit like sticky-seat breeches from our childrens jodhpurs & breeches, and explain how you set age-appropriate goals.Setbacks have value: A run-out? A tense test? Post the clip, add slow-mo, circle what changed and share the fix for next time.Quick tip: End every BTS reel with one lesson learnedyour saveable content rate will climb.Be transparent: ethics, welfare and sponsorshipsExplain your training approach, welfare standards and paid partnerships openly to build trust and model best practice for your community.Audiences care how you school, rest and feed. Spell out your principlesprogressive loading, vet collaboration, dental checks, saddle fit, positive reinforcementand show them in action. If you promote feeds or supplements, anchor your recommendation in observed outcomes, vet advice where appropriate, and clear husbandry basics (forage first, clean water, turnout where possible). When you do partner content, mark it clearly and state why you chose that brand.UK riders respect creators who reference established bodies like the British Horse Society (BHS) and the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) when discussing welfare. That doesnt mean every post becomes a lecturejust that your audience knows your compass. Our take at Just Horse Riders: if you wouldnt use it on your own horse, dont post it for someone elses.Welfare-first kit that educates your audienceChoose kit that solves real horse needs and turns into teachable moments on your feed.Weather-ready rugs: Make an explainer on when you swap weights, how you check shoulder freedom and wither clearance, and why fit trumps fashion. Reference options in our turnout rugs to illustrate features without over-rugging.Daily care tools: Build a five-minute field return routinepick feet, check legs, quick brush to lift sweat and mud. Tag durable pieces from our grooming collection to show what each brush does and why.Nutrition with nuance: If you discuss supplements, start with forage, body condition scoring and workload, then explain why a specific category may help in your case. Link to thoughtfully chosen options in our supplements range and encourage riders to consult a qualified professional.Safety in the saddle and on the road: Model hat checks every time you ride and include a dusk hack reel with your favourite hi-vis rider gear so drivers spot you sooner on narrow lanes.Show-day reality: Pack-with-me posts are goldlist spares, stud kit, chill-out routine, and a quick warm-up plan. Comfortable, ring-legal looks from our womens competition clothing help riders see how you balance polish with practicality.Junior kit that works: If you coach or parent, share fit checks and comfort tests using pieces from our childrens jodhpurs & breeches so kids move freely and focus on learning.At Just Horse Riders, we recommend filming kit explainers around real decisionswhy this rug, todayso followers learn to assess their own horse, not just copy yours.Quick tip: Add weather context in captions (e.g., 6C with wind/rain) when posting rug or warm-up choicesUK riders will thank you.FAQsDo equestrian influencers promote horse welfare or mainly advertising?Both appearbut the best creators lead with horse-centred content, explain decisions and declare partnerships. Research shows their intimacy with followers makes ads feel natural, so stay critical and prioritise accounts that elevate welfare. See the peer-reviewed analysis in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living.How does social media affect young UK riders mental health?Self-esteem tends to drop from about age 10 and is worsened by perfection-heavy feeds. Balance this with behind-the-scenes posts showing the work, setbacks and problem-solving that lead to progress.Can influencers meaningfully benefit the equestrian community?Yesby normalising welfare-first routines, signposting safety and charity causes, and partnering responsibly on care education. Child creators can be powerful advocates when adults support ethical, transparent content.Are coaches more influential than social media stars in UK equestrianism?For horsemanship and welfare, qualified coaches are pivotal; creators excel at reach and culture. The strongest outcomes happen when coaches and creators collaborate for accessible, evidence-informed content (International Journal of Equine Science).What content works best for UK equestrian audiences?Educational Reels, realistic progress stories, and transparent welfare practices. Use Stories for quick routines, add UK-relevant hashtags, and keep captions practical. Include safety cues (e.g., fit checks, helmet use) to model good practice.How should I set social media goals as a rider or small yard?Pick one monthly targetreach, saves, or clicks to a welfare resourceand build a three-part plan: educate (Reels), inspire (progress posts), connect (Q&As). Engage sponsor posts to show partnership value, as advised by social strategist Kerri McGregor (Horse Journals).What products are easiest to turn into educational content?Rugs during UK weather swings (turnout rugs), daily care tools (grooming kits), safety kit (helmets, hi-vis), and junior basics (childrens jodhpurs). Always explain the why behind each choice.Ready to make your feed a force for good? Start with one welfare-first Reel this week, tag your coach for input, and show the decision-making your horse deserves. Shop the Essentials Everything mentioned in this guide, ready to browse. Shop Turnout RugsShop Grooming KitShop Riding HelmetsShop Competition WearShop Kids' Jodhpurs

The pace has quickened yet again, and I cannot believe it is a month ago I put pen to paper.The Park is full of white tentage, the grandstands have their familiar red & white awnings in place and tracking is down. The toilets are arriving daily, more this year which I hope will help all! Holly Hopkins and Matt Whittle (who has arrived to assist) are having to keep their eyes skinned for contractors who perhaps are not in quite the right place!The Contractors site meeting took place at the beginning of April. Another part of the Badminton family all getting together again. The weather was kind and we enjoyed an outdoor meeting under the part built infamous scoreboard.A nice interlude was my birthday and thank you to all those who sent me good wishes, I was quite overwhelmed, be it rather embarrassed it hit our social media! The team gifted me a flying lesson and I was thrilled to be able to fly over the park and see the build taking place. This month, the real hit on social media has been the photoshoot at The Manor House Hotel, Castle Coombe (our Official Hotel) which included amazing photos of Susie Berry, Caroline Harris and Harry Meade.As well as welcoming back MARS Equestrian and many of our regular sponsors, we also welcome Rathbones, Ramsbury Gin and Knight Frank alongside Manor House as mentioned above.The LeMieux Grassroot Championship entries closed on the same day as they held their Media Day at Badminton and a fun and interesting day was had by all, which included James Willis (Course Designer) leading a course walk and explaining his ideas behind some of the fences. There is a wonderful course awaiting those that will compete in this competition.The International course is looking in good shape. Thanks to the weather pattern this spring, no watering has been required to date but the system is in place to start immediately should all start to change.We also welcomed our Veterinary team for their annual pre-meeting Celia Marr (from Newmarket) and Ollie Crowe were both kind enough to give interesting talks, although I have to admit quite a lot of what was said went over my head veterinary words being used that I have never heard of! It is a useful day for exchanges of thoughts, and I am very grateful to all who were able to give up their time to come to Badminton. We also recognised Paul Farrington, who has retired from the veterinary team, having been with us since 1993.Our technology team has been very busy over the winter and spring. Along with our continued success of Badminton TV (where, as usual, all the action will be shown), our new app has been a real hit with everyone, particularly the Score My Test feature providing a little armchair judging fun, I know Andrew Tuckers a big fan! New for this year, were introducing Badminton Plus, a new membership that provides access to the live broadcast of Radio Badminton, plus if youre joining us at the event youll benefit from some exclusive bargains in the shopping village too. Click here if you would like to find out more.Lastly, I was very privileged over the weekend to attend The Flowers Band final rehearsal before they set off this week to represent England in the European Brass Band Championships. We wish them all the luck in Austria and hope we will be celebrating a win when they are playing at Badminton on the Sunday of the event!So, we are nearly there not long now until the competitors will be competing for the largest horse trials prize fund in the world with a minimum total fund of 427,450.00 and the winner taking home 125,000.00, alongside the stunning Badminton trophy.I much look forward to seeing all those of you that will be attending the MARS Equestrian Badminton Horse Trials. Lets have fun!

Irish bred horses swamp Burnham Market taking more than 50% of T10Ps in many classes,Lee Maher takes 2 podium places with nice young Irish bred horses in the Ocala 1*.See below the up-to-date results for this week unverified results from elsewhere will be added to next weeks results.Ocala International Festival of Eventing (USA) 16th 19th April 2026CCI 3* Long2nd MRF Qwlkstep (ISH) 2017 gelding by Metropole (KWPN) out of Silver Comet (TB)[IRL] by Exit to Nowhere (TB). Breeder: Mike Comerford. Rider: Katie Malensek (CAN) 32.3, 0, 4.0 = 36.34th Carsonstown Basil (ISH) 2018 gelding by Lougherne Cappuchino (HOLST) out of Graf Unique (ISH) by Ustinov (KWPN). Breeder: Brian Livingstone. Rider: Elinor ONeil (USA) 37.3, 4, 2.4 = 43.76th MGH Mr Messack (ISH) 2015 gelding by Pointilliste (TB) out of Oldyard Diamond (ISH) by Diamond Serpent (ISH). Breeder: Michael Doyle. Rider: Lucia Strini (USA) 35.7, 8, 1.2 = 44.97th KBS Curious Quality (ISH)[was KBS Pirate Cove] 2017 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Pirate Fairy (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Kieran Kennedy. Rider: Kristine Burgess (USA) 32.9, 4.8, 12.4 = 50.110th Tradhearg Gold Imperium (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Puisance (ISH)[TIH] out of Golden Rose Bouncer (ID) by Grange Bouncer (ID) Breeder: Anthony Gillespie. Rider: Kyle Carter (CAN) 43.0, 4, 15.6 = 62.6.CCI 2* Long1st Wineport Stephanie (ISH) 2017 mare by Hector Van DAbdijhoeve (BWP) out of Wineport Angel (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Michael OSullivan. Rider: Kelly Prather (USA) 20.5, 0, 0.0 = 20.56th Fourfields Classek (ISH) 2014 gelding by Classe VDL (HOLST) out of Agent M (ISH) by Ekstein (KWPN). Breeder: Donal Galvin. Rider: Cindy Rawson (USA) 25.6, 0, 0.0 = 25.69th Cooley Mr. Murphy (ISH) 2013 gelding by Kroongraaf (KWPN) out of Ballinabarney Highlight (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: John Burke (Galway). Rider: Meaghan Marinovich-Burdick (USA) 30.8, 0.4, 0.0 = 31.2.CCI 1* Long A2nd CSF Darwin (ISH) 2020 gelding by Dallas VDL (BWP) out of CSF Scarlett (ISH) by ARS Vivendi (HOLST). Breeder: Patrick Connolly. Rider: Lee Maher (IRL) 31.8, 0, 0.0 = 31.893rd HTF Castle Kilmac (ISH) 2020 gelding by Castlecomer Q (ISH) out of PLS Diamond Heist (ISH)[TIH] by Colin Diamond (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: William McDonnell. Rider: Lee Maher (IRL) 33.5, 0, 0.0 = 33.58th Hanslough Diamond (ISH) 2014 gelding by S Creevagh Ferro Ex Siebe (KWPN) out of Nancys Diamond (ISH) by Furistos Diamond (ISH). Breeder: Robert Jenkinson. Rider: Sara Kelson (USA) 36.2, 0, 14.4 = 50.6.Open Intermediate A1st Excel Star Montgomery (ISH)[was Lachain ES Montgomery & Lachain Knight] 2018 gelding by Lancelot (KWPN) out of Lachain Jet (ISH) by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP). Breeder: Tom Lenihan. Rider: Hanna Hansen (USA) 29.2, 0, 0.0 = 29.22nd Calling Cooley (ISH)(was BSI D Man) 2016 gelding by Tallmann TN (BWP) out of Ballyhane Ellie (ISH) by Luidam (KWPN). Breeder: Michael Buckley. Rider: Kaylawna Smith-Cook (USA) 28.5, 0, 7.6 = 36.16th Ballygriffin Crossfield Cara (ISH) 2017 mare by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Crossfield Lass (ISH) by High Roller (ISH). Breeder: Martin Crowley. Rider: Joe Meyer (NZL) 36.9, 0, 14.8 = 51.79th Rock Island (ISH)[TIH] 2017 gelding by Island Commander (TB) out of Coolcorren Gypsey (ISH)[TIH] by Coolcorran Cool Diamond (ISH). Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Robin Walker (USA) 32.3, 0, 24.0 = 56.310th Sumas Tina Turner (ISH) 2016 mare by Quantino (HOLST) out of Sumas Fanny Brice (ISH) by VDL Arkansas (KWPN). Breeder: Suma Stud. Rider: Tamara Smith (USA) 34.4, 4, 18.0 = 56.4.Open Intermediate B1st HSH Marshall (ISH)(was Poynstown Marshall) 2016 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Poynstown Queen (ISH) by Olympix Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Paula Widger. Rider: Karl Slezak (CAN) 28.5, 0, 3.2 = 31.72nd ESI Nixon (ISH) 2017 gelding by Dakar VDL (KWPN) out of ESI Sofia (ISH) by Simba (KWPN). Breeder: Ennisnag Stud. Rider: Jessica Phoenix (CAN) 33.3, 0, 8.0 = 41.36th Arklow Puissance (ISH)[TIH] 2011 gelding by Puissance (ISH)[TIH] out of Cruising Jewel (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Jamie Kellock (USA) 39.4, 4, 8.0 = 51.4.Open Preliminary4th Belline Foodys Out of the Blue (ISH) 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Foodys Two an Two (ISH)[TIH] by Gentle Diamond (ID). Breeder: Frances Foody. Rider: Elisa Wallace (USA) 23.2, 4, 0.0 = 27.2.Open Preliminary One Day4th Kilbunny Catch Me (ISH) 2018 gelding by Catoki (HOLST) out of Kilbunny BB (ISH) by ARS Vivendi (HOLST). Breeder: Richard OHara. Rider: Jesse Reagin (USA) 29.5, 4.8, 0.0 = 34.36th Ballingowan Clarity (ISH) 2015 gelding by Sibon W (KWPN) out of Ballingowan Boula (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Ann OGrady. Rider: Kendal Lehari (CAN) 33.4, 0, 2.4 = 35.88th Liscarrow Nico (ISH) 2016 gelding by Orestus (KWPN) out of Claire Z (ZANG) by Chellano Z (HOLST). Breeder: Joseph Doran. Rider: Sinead Maynard (USA) 34.0, 0.4, 6.8 = 41.2.Intermediate Rider6th Ballygriffin Chacoa Power (ISH)[was Crossfield Sheeco] 2014 mare by Chacoa (HOLST) out of Crossfield Lass (ISH) by High Roller (ISH). Breeder: Martin Crowley. Rider: Danielle Platt (USA) 54.2, 0, 2.4 = 56.6.Preliminary Rider9th Derroon Diamond (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Carrick Diamond Lad (ISH)[TIH] out of Dianes Cruise Clover (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Sean Keevans. Rider: Lauren Crabtree (USA) 27.9, 0.8, 34.0 = 62.7.Open Modified4th Omard Hawaii Gold (ISH) 2016 gelding by Beach Ball (ISH) out of Omard Charlies Angel (ISH) by HHS BR Charlton (ISH). Breeder: Brian OReilly. Rider: Heather Lawson (USA) 32.0, 0, 0.0 = 32.0.Open Modified3rd Carrickview Calvani (ISH) 2018 gelding by Ramiro B (BWP) out of Partout (HOLST) by Heraldik (TB). Breeder: John Haighey. Rider: Sara Kozumplik (USA) 29.0, 0, 0.0 = 29.06th Fernhill Barndarig (ISH) 2017 mare by Ballycapple Diamond Cruise (ISH)[TIH] out of Barndarig Flush Lady (ISH) by Clover Flush (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Garrett Byrne. Rider: Ashlyn Hayworth (USA) 33.0, 0, 0.0 = 33.07th Sportsfield CoolKenny (ISH) 2018 gelding by Coolkeeran (HOLST) out of Patricks Polly (ISH)[TIH] by Nad Elshiba (TB). Breeder: Thomas Hutchinson. Rider: Anna Kjellstrom (USA) 33.8, 0, 0.0 = 33.88th Rehy Investor (ISH) 2014 gelding by Orestu (KWPN) out of Graigueahesia Jewel (ISH)[TIH] by Rimilis (TB). Breeder: Thomas Breen. Rider: Avery Tallman (CAN) 37.3, 0, 0.0 = 37.310th Ariana (ISH) 2018 mare by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Mosstown Sally (ISH) by HHS BR Charlton (ISH). Breeder: Richard Thomas Balfour. Rider: Sophia Middlebrook (USA) 34.8, 0, 7.2 = 42.0.Fair Hill International & Horse Trials (USA) 16th 19th April 2026CCI 4* Short3rd Shanroe Cooley (ISH)[was Shanroe Italk] 2015 gelding by Dallas VDL (BWP) out of Shanroe Saphire (ISH) by Condios (HOLST). Breeder: Anthony Smyth (Down). Rider: Boyd Martin (USA) 38.0, 0, 6.8 = 44.85th Ratheoin Quality Imp (ISH) 2017 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Coonogues Dawn (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Sean Barron. Rider: Lisa Marie Fergusson (CAN) 37.9, 4, 13.2 = 55.17th Jewelent (ISH) 2012 gelding by Valent (KWPN) out of Bellaney Jewel (TB)[IRL] by Roselier (TB). Breeder: J.W. Rosbotham. Rider: Olivia Dutton (USA) 37.6, 0, 18.8 = 56.48th Cooley Baltic Sea (ISH)[was Annaghmore Baltic Sea] 2014 gelding by Baltic VDL (KWPN) out of HHS Cheerio (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder: Judy Tobin & Aoife Healion. Rider: Arielle Aharoni (USA) 41.4, 8, 14.0 = 63.4.CCI 3* Short4th HSH Talbots Hill (ISH)[was Cool Macallan] 2018 gelding by Coolkeeran (HOLST) out of Sisceal (TB) by Dalakhani (TB). Breeder: Pat Hutchinson. Rider: Caroline Pamukcu (USA) 33.2, 0, 20.0 = 53.25th HSH Talk of the Town (ISH)(was BGS Gamble) 2017 gelding by Capri van Oveis Z (ZANG) out of Wesley (KWPN) by Hors la Loi II (KWPN). Breeder: F de Loyer. Rider: Kelley Hutchinson (IRL) 40.3, 4, 9.2 = 53.58th Fernhill Melody (ISH)[was Some Tune] 2014 gelding by Musical Pursuit (TB) out of Nautimp (ISH) by Nautilus (KWPN). Breeder: Patrick Dillon (Galway) Rider: Savannah Kilpatrick (USA) 34.3, 4, 19.6 = 57.910th Devil In Prada (ISH) 2018 mare by Hiello (KWPN) out of Carmenflag (ISH)[TIH] by Flagmount King (ID). Breeder: John Rooney. Rider: Charlotte Bacon (GBR) 36.9, 5.2, 20.4 = 62.5.CCI 2* Short2nd MS Spirit (ISH) 2017 gelding by Emerald Vant Ruytershof (BWP) out of Monastery Stud Symphony (HOLST) by Corrado I (HOLST). Breeder: Glen Leddy. Rider: Emeline Gilbert (USA) 35.1, 0, 0.0 = 35.13rd HSH Cruising Spirit (ISH)[TIH][was Cruising Alone] 2019 mare by Spirit House (TB) out of Amazon Cruise (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Thomas Jones. Rider: Caroline Pamukcu (USA) 34.7, 0, 1.6 = 36.36th Excel Star SSK Atlantic Max (ISH) 2018 gelding by KEC Maximim Joe (WESTF) out of Atlantic India (ISH) by Oke Boy (TB). Breeder: David Browne. Rider: Darrah Alexander (USA) 35.1, 4, 9.2 = 48.3.CCI 1* Short2nd Matisse (ISH) 2010 gelding by Baltimore (BWP) out of Jadore Chanel (ISH)[TIH] by Easy Lift (TB). Breeder: Tara Cullen. Rider: Jebb Simpson (USA) 31.2, 8, 0.0 = 39.2.Intermediate1st Cooley Corraghy Diamond (ISH) 2017 gelding by Diamond Roller (ISH) out of Seoladh (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: John Kenny. Rider: Kimberly Severson (USA) 30.0, 0, 1.2 = 31.24th Off the Record (ISH)[was Cooley Stateside] 2009 gelding by VDL Arkansas (KWPN) out of Drumagoland Bay (ISH) by Ard Ohio (KWPN). Breeder: Peter G Brady (Cavan). Rider: William Coleman (USA) 33.1, 0, 12.8 = 45.96th Fernhill Domino (ISH)[was Unbelievable Candy] 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Unbelievable Cappolla (SHB) by Unbelievable Darco (BWP). Breeder: Emily Smallman. Rider: Ryan Wood (AUS) 35.2, 4.8, 8.0 = 48.07th Clooney R (ISH)[was Excel Star Heart Throb] 2017 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Tiny Tess (ISH) by Gurraun Golden Eye (ID). Breeder: Fiona McRobert. Rider: Ryan Wood (AUS) 36.7, 1.2, 20.4 = 58.3.Preliminary3rd Cooley Consort (ISH)[was Rose Candy] 2017 mare by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Burnfort Lass (ISH)[TIH] by Coolcronan Wood (ID). Breeder: Sandra Duffy. Rider: Kim Severson (USA) 28.7, 0, 0.0 = 28.77th KHH Cooley (ISH) 2018 gelding by Cinsey (HANN) out of HHS Finky (ISH) by Heritage Frtunus (HANN). Breeder: Sarah Crosbie & Brendan Mcardle. Rider: Lillian Heard Wood (USA) 31.3, 0, 6.0 = 37.39th Shanbeg Legacy (ISH) 2016 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Graf After Eight (ISH) by Limmerick (HOLST). Breeder: Gilbert Graham. Rider: Maddie Hale (USA) 32.6, 0, 8.8 = 41.410th Briarhill Cornet K (ISH) 2019 mare by King Cornet (ISH) out of Stricker Rua (ISH) by Maltstriker (KWPN). Breeder: Anne Coyne. Rider: Erin Kanara (USA) 32.6, 0, 9.2 = 41.8.Sporting Days Farm Horse Trials (USA) 18th 19th April 2026Open Preliminary2nd Monbeg Myth (ISH)[was Piltown Capitalist] 2010 gelding by Capitalist (HOLST) out of Piltown Precious (ISH)[TIH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Patrick Doody (Kilkenny). Rider: Erin Renfroe (USA) 31.0, 0.4, 8.8 = 40.24th Sunny Side Up (ISH) 2015 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Jog on Kitty (TB) by Generous (TB). Breeder: Robert Hartington. Rider: Elissa Gibbs (USA) 34.3, 8, 8.8 = 51.1.Burnham Market One Day Event (GBR) 17th 19th April 2026CCI 4*1st Cooley Rosalent (ISH) 2014 mare by Valent (KWPN) out of Bellney Jewel (TB) by Roselier (TB). Breeder: J W Rosbotham (Armagh). Rider: Oliver Townend (GBR) 22.3, 0, 0.0 = 22.32nd Flash Cooley (ISH)[was Castlefield Casper] -2012 gelding by CSF Mr Kroon [ISH] out of Castleford Ruby (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: Jim ONeill (Kilkenny). Rider: Gemma Stevens (GBR) 27.6, 0, 0.0 = 27.66th Cooley Park Muze (ISH)[was TJM Reuben] 2016 gelding by Pollux de Muze Z (ZANG) out of TJM L Arc In the Park (ISH) by LArc de Triomphe (OLD). Breeder: John Connolly. Rider: Gemma Stevens (GBR) 27.5, 4, 0.0 = 31.59th LB Mettaphor (ISH) 2015 gelding by Ol Metta (SF) out of LB Hi Fuego (ISH) by Volcan (BWP). Breeder: Lizzie Burcher. Rider: Tom Rowland (GBR) 30.9, 0, 1.6 = 32.510th Boleybawn Lecrae (ISH) 2015 gelding by Bolybawn Ectasy (ISH) out of Boleybawn Luxella (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Ronan Rothwell (Wicklow). Rider: Sam Ecroyd (GBR) 33.2, 0, 0.0 = 33.2.CCI 3* Short Sec3rd Hidalgo (ISH)[was Sligo Candy K] 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Sealiet (KWPN) by Jarenco (KWPN). Breeder: Padraig Howley. Rider: Hector Payne (GBR) 29.5, 0, 0.0 = 29.54th Global Karina (ISH) 2017 mare by Kannan (KWPN) out of Arina (KWPN) by Crown Z (ZANG). Breeder: Boleybawn Horses. Rider: Hector Payne (GBR) 29.7, 0, 0.0 = 29.7.Advanced Sec L1st Dromgurrihy Gold (ISH) 2016 gelding by Royal Concord (ISH) out of Congress Polly (ISH)[TIH] by Poltarf (TB). Breeder: Tom Mulcahy. Rider: Oliver Townend (GBR) 31.8, 0, 0.4 = 32.23rd Cushlas Indigo (ISH) 2017 gelding by Imperial Heights (ISH)[TIH] out of Olovos Love me Do (AES) by Animo Eliter (AES). Breeder: J P Finlay. Rider: Katie Magee (GBR) 32.7, 4, 0.0 = 36.75th Claragh Olala (ISH) 2014 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Caherline Kitty [ISH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Joseph Henry OReilly (Limerick). Rider: Jack Pinkney (GBR) 33.4, 4, 2.8 = 40.26th Mister Big Ears (ISH)[TIH] 2015 gelding by Cruisings Micky Finn (ISH)[TIH] out of Coevers Frankford (ISH)[TIH] by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH). Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Sam Ecroyd (GBR) 32.8, 0, 8.4 = 41.27th Night Prowler (ISH) 2015 gelding by Imperial Heights (ISH)[TIH] out of Touch of Dutch (ISH) by ARD VDL Douglas (KWPN). Breeder: Patrick & Mary McArdle (Louth). Rider: Jack Mantel (GBR) 37.6, 0, 14.0 = 51.68th Wil Jack B King (ISH) 2011 gelding by Jack of Diamonds (SWB) out of Diamonds Double [ISH] by Ceredigion (TB). Breeder: Mary McCarthy (Cork). Rider: Charlotte Parry-Ashcroft (GBR) 32.1, 4, 17.2 = 53.39th Shannondale Connor (ISH) 2017 gelding by Casall La Silla (HOLST) out of Valerie (HOLST) by Contender (HOLST). Breeder: Toamsz Olszewski. Rider: Alexander Bragg (GBR) 37.0, 4, 12.4 = 53.410th Monbeg Darwin (ISH)[TIH] 2015 gelding by Kiltealy Silver (ID) out of Porter Sky (ISH)[TIH] by Porter Rhodes (TB). Breeder: Philip Bowe (Wexford). Rider: Michael Owen (GBR) 35.5, 4, 20.4 = 59.9.Open Intermediate Sec K1st DSH Mr D (ISH) 2017 gelding by Emerald Vant Ruytershof (BWP) out of DSH Amy D (unk) by Olympic Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Geraldine Drea. Rider: Kitty King (GBR) 22.7, 0, 2.4 = 25.13rd MHS Seventeen (ISH) 2013 gelding by Callahan (HANN) out of MHS Dancing Queen (ISH) by Quidam Junior I (KWPN). Breeder: Mary Brennan (Kilkenny). Rider: Rosalind Canter (GBR) 28.4, 0, 1.6 = 30.04th Kilcoltrim Cooley (ISH)[was Kilcoltrim Kory] 2018 gelding by Plot Blue (KWPN) out of Cavimperius (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Aileen Doyle. Rider: Kitty King (GBR) 30.2, 0, 1.6 = 31.810th Heritage Stellor Laccato (ISH)[was Heritage Laccato] 2016 gelding by Latour (BWP) out of Stakkato Rain (HANN) by Stakkato (HANN). Breeder: Anne Marie OGorman. Rider: Tamara Acklin (GBR) 28.6, 4, 6.8 = 39.4.Intermediate Sec I4th Belgrave Irena (ISH) 2017 mare by Cornet Obolensky (BWP) out of Cesena (PZHK) by Le Bon (KWPN). Breeder: Noelle McCarthy. Rider: Michael Winter (CAN) 34.8, 0, 0.0 = 34.810th Piltown Dilema (ISH) 2017 mare by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Piltown Marita (ISH) by Royal Concorde (ISH). Breeder: Patrick Doody. Rider: Jack Mantel (GBR) 31.6, 4, 8.8 = 44.4.Intermediate Sec J1st Cooley Cormint (ISH) 2017 gelding by Cormint (HOLST) out of Monicas Dream (ISH) by Maltstriker (KWPN) Breder: Deirdre Connolly. Rider: Wills Oakden (GBR) 26.1, 0, 0.0 = 26.13rd Springhead Jupiter (ISH) 2018 gelding by Dexter R (KWPN) out of DS Alice (unk) . Breeder: Paul Crompton. Rider: Katie Magee (GBR) 28.6, 0, 4.8 = 33.44th Cooley Master Mischief (ISH) 2017 gelding by Chacoa (HOLST) out of Fruitition Flame (TB) by Charente River (TB). Breeder: Joe & Danielle Lillis. Rider: Wills Oakden (GBR) 29.6, 0, 5.2 = 34.87th Simply Hero (ISH) 2019 gelding by Island Commander (TB) out of Chippys Hero (ISH) by Chippison (ISH). Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Emma Carmichael (GBR) 35.2, 0, 2.8 = 38.09th Harrys Snowman (ISH) 2017 gelding by Lars Irco G (SWB) out of Ardeche Z (ZANG) by Artos Z (HANN). Breeder: Georgina & Rodney Gault. Rider: George Telfer (GBR) 43.4, 0, 0.0 = 43.4.Open Novice Sec E4th Lackroe Quality (ISH) 2018 mare by OBOS Quality 004 out of Tullibards Cruise Magic (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Thomas Doyle. Rider: Eliza Bell (GBR) 32.0, 0, 0.0 = 32.05th Gorsehill Jack (ISH) 2012 gelding by Jack of Diamonds (SWB) out of Gorsehill Amber (ISH) by VDL Arkansas (KWPN). Breeder: Anne Bannon. Rider: Georgia Stephens (GBR) 30.3, 0, 2.8 = 33.17th Barrington Claret (ISH)(was A New Beginning) 2017 gelding by A. Umonia 60 (KWPN)out of Kilmeague Clover (ISH) by Voltair (HANN). Breeder: Thomas Duffy. Rider: Johnny Hornby (GBR) 31.3, 0, 5.2 = 36.58th Warrenstown V de Muse (ISH) 2018 gelding by Im Special de Muze (BWP) out of Deelside Delux (ISH) by Verdi (KWPN). Breeder: Ronan Tynan. Rider: Jemima Stratton (GBR) 29.8, 0, 11.2 = 41.010th Warrenstown V de Muse (ISH)[was Warrenstown V de Muse] 2018 gelding by Im Special de Muze (BWP) out of Deelside Delux (ISH) by Verdi (KWPN). Breeder: Ronan Tynan. Rider: Jemima Stratton (GBR) 30.0, 4, 8.8 = 42.8.Open Novice Under 18 Sec E13rd Poynstown Venture (ISH) 2019 mare by Newmarket Venture (HANN) out of Cruising Hill (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Robert Widger. Rider: Arabella Henderson (GBR) 29.8, 0, 12.4 = 42.2.Novice Sec C2nd Echo Cove EB (ISH) 2019 gelding by Echonix (ISH) out of Tattymulmona Tommy (ISH) by Heritage Fortunus (HANN). Breeder: Brendan McSorley. Rider: Eliza Bell (GBR) 32.3, 0, 0.0 = 32.34th Newmarket Ambassador (ISH) 2013 gelding by Newmarket Jewel (WESTF)out of Lisselton Cruise (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Billy Daly (Cork). Rider: Diana Bevan (GBR) 31.5, 4, 0.8 = 36.35th Grantstown Hello (ISH) 2018 mare by OBOS Quality (OLD) out of Hello Rose (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder; Joseph Breen. Rider: Mollie Harris (GBR) 33.5, 0, 3.2 = 36.76th Ogue MBF (ISH) 2019 gelding by Eldorado Van de Zeshoek (BWP) out of Ogue Ali Furist (ISH) by Aldato (KWPN). Breeder: Anne Murphy. Rider: Jack Mantel (GBR) 34.0, 0, 2.8 = 36.87th Standing Point (ISH) 2018 gelding by Pointilliste (TB) out of Puissance Flo (ISH) by Puissance (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Byrne. Rider: Daniel Megson (GBR) 36.8, 0, 0.8 = 37.68th Templepatrick Jet (ISH) 2013 gelding by Je TAime Flamenco (BWP) out of Touched (ISH) by Touchdown (ISH). Breeder: Dorothea Wilson. Rider: Katy Mousdale (GBR) 32.0, 0, 8.4 = 40.49th GRC Einstein (ISH) 2019 gelding by Candy de Nantuel (SF) out of Loughnavtta Kestral (ISH) by VDL Arkansas (KWPN). Breeder: Rory Costigan. Rider: Alexander Bragg (GBR) 34.5, 4, 3.6 = 42.010th Class Chilli Bean (ISH) 2020 gelding by Chillout (ISH) out of Bocavilla (ISH) by Boherdeal Clover (ISH). Breeder: Fiona Sheridan. Rider: Maddelyn Griffiths (GBR) 33.8, 0, 8.4 = 42.2.Novice Sec D4th Ballymolloy Bassoon (ISH) 2019 gelding by Lagans OBOS Quality (ISH) out of Ballymolly Hollyhock (ISH) by Lester Lad (TB). Breeder: Gill Langford. Rider: Jodie Amos (GBR) 32.8, 0, 0.0 = 32.85th One Cool Cavalier (ISH) 2016 gelding by Watervalley Cool Diamond (ISH)[TIH] out of Black Annagh (ISH) by Cavalier Jump For Joy (ISH). Breeder: Gerard Murphy. Rider: Sophie Goodman (GBR) 32.8, 0, 2.8 = 35.67th Kristoff K (ISH) 2016 gelding by O-Piloth (KWPN) out of Verma (KWPN) by Hemmingway (HOLST). Breeder: Knightfield Stud. Rider: Willa Newton (GBR) 33.0, 0, 5.2 = 38.29th Milchem Lou Ellen (ISH) 2020 mare by Ganesh hero Z (ZANG) out of Milchem Dreaming (ISH) by Ramon (KWPN). Breeder: R C Equine Ltd. Rider: Susie Berry (GBR) 31.3, 0, 8.0 = 39.3.Penrith One Day Event (GBR) 18th 19th April 2026Open Novice Sec F1st Oughterard Sky Special (ISH) 2018 gelding by Im Special de Muze (BWP) out of Oughterard Sky Cruise (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Gerard Lynch. Rider: Sebastian Roldan Olivera (ARG) 31.8, 0, 0.0 = 31.82nd Jungle King (ISH) 2016 gelding by King Cheetan (TB) out of Sampsons Court (ISH) Lulu by Porsch (BWP). Breeder: Imelda Dillon. Rider: Jessica McKie (GBR) 32.3, 0, 0.0 = 32.39th Carneyhaugh Rua (ISH) 2010 gelding by Harlequin du Carel (SF) out of Carneyhaugh Bella (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Patrick & Martina Breen (Down). Rider: Kerry Donoghue (GBR) 41.3, 4, 18.4 = 63.7.Open Novice Under 18 Sec G2nd Annaveigh Vahey (CP) 2015 mare by Williams Boy (CP) out of Annaveigh Karen (CP) by All Smoke (CP). Breeder: Patsy McVeigh. Rider: Tara Kane (GBR) 34.3, 8, 6.0 = 48.34th Lissyegan Mikie Lou (ISH) 2009 gelding by Luidam (KWPN) out of Lady Persian (ISH)[TIH] by Royal Persian (TB). Breeder: Michael Healy. Rider: Alba McLean (GBR) 33.3, 16, 3.6 = 52.95th Craigmanus Mr Finn (ISH) 2017 gelding by Luidam (KWPN) out of Elamo Almazing (AEAS) by C Indoctro II (HOLST). Breeder: Clare Craig. Rider: Beth Howatson (GBR) 32.5, 12, 12.8 = 57.3.Novice Sec D2nd Enzo K (ISH) -2020 gelding by Luigi DEclipse (BWP) out of Urika (HOLST) by Uriko (KWPN). Breeder: Kirsten Farr. Rider: James Adams (GBR) 34.3, 0, 2.8 = 37.16th Cloud Master (ISH) 2016 gelding by Golden Master (TB) out of Slyguff Amber (ISH) by Maltstriker (KWPN). Breeder: Barbara Hatton. Rider: Sarah Farnsworth (GBR) 33.0, 8, 3.6 = 44.68th Castleblaney Harvest Moon (ISH) 2016 mare by Cobra 18 (WEWB) out of Diamond Chin May (ISH)[TIH] by Diamond Chin (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: William Windrum. Rider: Steven Renton (GBR) 34.0, 4, 7.6 = 45.6.Novice Sec E1st Carraigin Smalltown Boy (ISH)[TIH] 2019 gelding by Primary (TB) out of Derrynasagart Diamond (AID) by Glidawn Diamond (ID). Breeder: Frances Smith. Rider: Alex Turnbull (GBR) 33.3, 0, 5.6 = 38.93rd Killisk Dignified Imp (ISH) 2019 mare by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP) out of Sallys Imp (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Thomas Atkinson. Rider: Harriet Bagley (GBR) 33.3, 0, 9.2 = 42.55th Cavallero (ISH) 2018 gelding by Gallant Cavalier (ISH) out of The Rose of Castlerea (ISH)[TIH] by Bahrain Cruise (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Michael Cummins Jnr. Rider: Lottie Walsh (GBR) 37.8, 4, 3.2 = 45.06th Little Boy Cruising (ISH)[TIH] 2016 gelding by Cruisings Ambassador (ISH) out of Byrnesgrove Tom (ISH)[TIH] by Ballinaboy Tom (CP). Breeder: Eugene Sheppard. Rider: Cara Williams (GBR) 35.3, 4, 6.0 = 45.37th Baskin Phinale (ISH) 2016 gelding by Diarado (HOLST) out of Utah Van de Bucxtaele (BWP) by Phin Phin (BWP). Breeder: Margaret Dobby. Rider: Amy Roberts (GBR) 28.8, 4, 16.4 = 49.28th Corido (ISH) 2018 gelding by Cormint (HOLST) out of Ardco (ISH) by Shannondale Sarso st Ghyvan (BWP). Breeder: Tommy Merrigan. Rider: Douglas Crawford (GBR) 41.0, 4, 5.2 = 50.29th Donogue Monbeg (ISH) 2019 mare by Tyson (KWPN) out of Fata (unk). Breeder: George Hill. Rider: Sarah Fanning (GBR) 31.5, 8, 15.2 = 54.7.Chard One Day Event (GBR) 18th 19th April 2026Open Novice Sec K7th Cooley Seeing Magic (ISH)[was Metalli] 2016 gelding by Metall (KWPN) out of ISDH Choice (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: G.H.S. (Tyrone). Rider: Sean Duffy (GBR) 35.0, 0, 7.6 = 42.610th Erasmus Brumble (ISH)[TIH] 2014 gelding by Watermill Swatch (TB) out of An Cailin Oir (ID) by Kensons King William (ID). Breeder: Michael OSullivan. Rider: April Masters (GBR) 33.3, 12, 8.0 = 53.3.Novice Sec J1st LSF The Boss (ISH) 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Zolottie (KWPN) by Emilion (KWPN). Breeder: Antoinette & Robert Bryan. Rider: Jonelle Price (NZL) 30.5, 0, 0.4 = 30.9.Novice Sec I1st Kilmountain Toyboy (ISH) 2019 gelding by Udancer Hero (KWPN) out of Cornascriebe Sumas Flirt (ISH) by Womanizer (KWPN). Breeder: Marie Hennessy. Rider: Rosie Bradley-Hole (GBR) 29.5, 0, 0.4 = 29.98th Wheelagower Shes the One (ISH) 2018 mare by Jorado (KWPN) out of China Doll M25 (AES) by Wang Chung M25 (KWPN). Breeder Cynthia Murphy Kearney. Rider: Hellen Martin (GBR) 35.5, 0, 4.4 = 39.99th Eaglehill Sunset (ISH) 2019 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of Eaglehill Dreamer (ISH) by Russel (HOLST). Breeder: James Doyle. Rider: Locy Standish (GBR) 35.5, 5, 0.0 = 40.510th Brookfield Royale Love (ISH)[was Kealanine Chief] 2019 gelding by Fruits of Love (TB) out of Kealanine Dreamer (ISH) by West Coast Cavalier (ISH). Breeder: Richard ORegan. Rider: Jonelle Price (NZL) 28.3, 8, 4.8 = 41.1.These results have been provided to Horse Sport Ireland by Charlie Ripman.These results are funded by Horse Sport Ireland.The post Irish Sport Horses Take 50% of Top 10 Places in UK 4* appeared first on .

11 min read Last updated: January 2026 Struggling with a cresty, laminitisprone mare who wont slim down? This guide shows you exactly how to manage EMS safelyfeed 1.5% of bodyweight in forage, introduce 3050% clean straw, shift turnout to night/early morning, and add gentle exerciseso she loses weight, steadies insulin, and stays sound. Quick Summary Short on time? Here are the key takeaways. Area: Forage Quantity What To Do: Feed 1.5% of bodyweight in total forage per 24 hours. Weigh with a hanging scale and split into multiple small nets to avoid gaps. Why It Matters: Creates a safe calorie deficit without fibre deprivation, helping reduce insulin and weight. Common Mistake: Guessing portions and allowing long periods without forage. Area: Straw Inclusion What To Do: Replace 3050% of daily forage with clean barley, oat or wheat straw. Introduce over 24 weeks and mix thoroughly through hay. Why It Matters: Lowers calories and sugars, extends chewing time, and can reduce insulin responses. Common Mistake: Exceeding 50% or switching suddenly, causing gut upset or selective eating. Area: Hay & Soaking What To Do: Choose lowNSC hay and soak in fresh water for at least 1 hour, then drain well. Avoid highsugar chaffs and cereal mixes. Why It Matters: Reduces sugar intake to support insulin control and laminitis prevention. Common Mistake: Inconsistent or tooshort soaking that leaves sugars high. Area: Grazing Management What To Do: Turn out overnight to early morning; restrict daytime grazing with a muzzle, track, or stripgrazing, especially in spring/autumn. Why It Matters: Avoids grass sugar peaks that drive insulin spikes and laminitis risk. Common Mistake: Daytime turnout after frosty nights and sunny days. Area: Exercise Plan What To Do: Start with 15 minutes walking 34 days/week on level footing; build to 3045 minutes most days, adding trot only with vet approval. Why It Matters: Improves insulin sensitivity and increases calorie burn safely. Common Mistake: Ramping up intensity too fast or working on tender feet. Area: Ration Balancing What To Do: Add a lowcalorie feed balancer and plain salt to meet nutrients on restricted forage. Keep starch and sugar low. Why It Matters: Maintains protein, vitamins and minerals without adding unnecessary calories. Common Mistake: Cutting nutrients along with calories or using molassed feeds. Area: Monitoring & Adjustments What To Do: Weightape and bodyscore weekly, photograph, and adjust forage (e.g., more straw or longer soaks) if no change after 23 weeks. Why It Matters: Ensures steady progress and timely tweaks to avoid stalls. Common Mistake: Changing multiple variables at once or not logging data. Area: Vet Involvement What To Do: Involve your vet early to confirm EMS/laminitis, set target weight, and review regularly; consider medication if strict diet and exercise stall. Why It Matters: Provides a safe, tailored plan and protects hoof health during weight loss. Common Mistake: Delaying veterinary input or relying on meds without tight diet control. In This Guide What is EMS in mares? Exactly how much forage should an overweight EMS mare get daily? Should you feed straw to EMS horses? How do you build a safe UK feeding plan for EMS? How should you manage grazing and turnout in the UK? What exercise is safe and effective for EMS horses? How do you monitor progress and keep weight loss on track? When should you involve your vetand is medication needed? If your mare just wont shift the weight, keeps flirting with laminitis, and seems lethargic, Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) is a likely culprit. The good news: EMS is manageable, and with the right plan many mares return to soundness, fertility and a safer weight.Key takeaway: For overweight or insulindysregulated horses, feed 1.5% of bodyweight in forage per day, introduce up to 3050% clean straw to lower calories and insulin, manage grazing to night/early morning, and add gentle, regular exercise.What is EMS in mares?EMS is a metabolic disorder most common in overweight horses and ponies, and the primary treatment is weight management. Typical signs in mares include difficulty losing weight, recurring laminitis, increased drinking/urination, lethargy and even infertility.In the UK, the British Horse Society (BHS) summarises the cornerstone of care clearly:The primary treatment for EMS is weight management. This can be difficult as horses with EMS are often resistant to weight loss... Seeking support from professionals, friends or yard mates can help to maintain weight loss routines. British Horse SocietyThat resistance to weight loss is why a purposeful plan matters. Focus on controlled forage, reduced sugars and starches, consistency, and movement. Partner with your vet to rule out or manage laminitis and to tailor any medication if needed.Exactly how much forage should an overweight EMS mare get daily?Feed 1.5% of bodyweight in forage per day for significant weight loss, ensuring no long gaps between feeds. Keep the ration balanced with adequate protein, vitamins and minerals via a lowcalorie feed balancer.For a 500 kg mare, 1.5% equals 7.5 kg of total forage over 24 hours. If shes obese and youve set a target weight (e.g., 450 kg), use 1.5% of the target weight (6.75 kg/day) once your vet agrees its safe. UK vets echo this approach:When initially treating EMS and trying to achieve significant weight loss you should aim to feed 1.5% of your horses body weight per day. It is important that the diet remains balanced and contains adequate levels of protein, vitamins and minerals. The best way to achieve this is to feed a comprehensive feed balancer. BW Equine VetsAs a rule of thumb, daily forage for healthy maintenance sits around 2% of bodyweight, but for overweight horses you reduce to 1.751.5% under professional guidance. Nutritionist Lisa Elliott MSc explains:Daily forage recommendations are generally around 2% daily, but for overweight or obese horses and ponies, the amount of forage can be reduced to supply 1.75% or 1.5% of bodyweight. Lisa Elliott, MSc Equine Nutrition SolutionsQuick tip: Weigh forage with a hanging scale initially. Once youve calibrated by eye, keep auditing weekly so creeping portions dont undo your hard work.Should you feed straw to EMS horses?Yesreplacing 3050% of daily forage with good hygienic straw safely reduces calories, extends chewing time, and can lower insulin in insulindysregulated horses. Introduce it gradually over 24 weeks and do not exceed 50% of total forage as barley or oat straw.Highquality wheat straw has been studied as a partial forage replacement for overweight horses. Researchers reported no gastric ulcers when clean wheat straw replaced up to half of the daily ration, alongside real behavioural and metabolic benefits:Good hygienic quality wheat straw can be included for up to 50% of the diet without causing gastric ulcers and it can extend feeding time and promote a metabolic profile more suitable for overweight horses. Peerreviewed studyWhy it helps: straw dilutes dietary sugar and calories while keeping the fibre bulk and chewing time your horse needs. One study example showed foraging time extending to around 11.2 hours per 24 hours on straw mixes, compared with about 6.2 hours on grass foragevital for satiety and gut health.How to start: swap in up to 30% straw first (barley, oat or wheat straw of good hygienic quality), then increase to a maximum of 50% if needed. Introduce over 24 weeks to let the gut adapt and monitor droppings, appetite, and demeanour. Always ensure constant access to fresh water.Pro tip: Mix straw thoroughly through the hay so your mare cant sort it out. Doublelayered hay nets further slow intake and support 24/7 trickle feeding without long forage gaps.How do you build a safe UK feeding plan for EMS?Base the diet on 1.5% bodyweight in forage, reduce sugars and starches by soaking hay, replace 3050% of forage with clean straw as needed, and add a lowcalorie feed balancer to meet vitamins and minerals.Put it together step by step:Calculate forage: 1.5% of current bodyweight (or target bodyweight once safe) spread across the full day and night. Example: 500 kg mare = 7.5 kg total forage per 24 hours.Choose the forage: LowNSC hay if possible. Soak for at least 1 hour in fresh water to reduce sugar. Drain well.Straw inclusion: Start by replacing around 30% of the hay with good, hygienic barley, oat or wheat straw. Build to a maximum of 50% if further calorie reduction is needed and your vet agrees.Avoid long gaps: Use multiple small nets or slowfeeders to keep your mare nibbling. Avoid meal feeding or stretches without fibre.Balance the ration: Add a lowcalorie feed balancer for protein, vitamins and minerals on restricted forage. Explore our lowcalorie feed balancers and supplements to keep nutrients topped up without extra calories.Keep starch and sugar low: Avoid cerealbased mixes and highsugar chaffs. For laminitisprone horses, choose lowNSC options only.Hydration and salt: Ensure free access to fresh water and offer plain salt daily if appropriate.At Just Horse Riders, we often see the biggest wins when owners combine soaked lowNSC hay with 3050% straw and a balancer, delivered via slowfeedershorses are calmer, less hungry, and steadily lose weight. For practical slowfeeding hardware, many owners choose durable nets from trusted brands; browse stable staples from Shires.Quick tip: Log every forage allocation for the first 23 weeks. Consistency is everything with insulindysregulated horses.How should you manage grazing and turnout in the UK?Turn out overnight to early morning when grass sugars are lower, restrict or muzzle daytime grazing in spring and autumn flushes, and use tracks or stripgrazing to control intake.In the UK, bright days followed by cool nights drive sugar peaks in grassespecially in spring and autumn. To control calories and nonstructural carbohydrates (NSCs):Time turnout: Favour night and early morning. Avoid sunny daytime turnout during peak growth flushes.Control access: Once weight is trending down, consider a grazing muzzle for measured pasture time. Use only when laminitis signs are absent and under your vets guidance.Create a track: A perimeter track with sparse grass encourages movement and limits intake. Top or crossgraze lush areas with sheep if available on your yard.Weather watch: After frosty nights and sunny mornings, grass NSC can spiketighten restrictions on those days.Comfort on the yard matters too. Night turnout may be cooler or wetchoose suitable layers so you can stick to your grazing plan. For changeable British weather, see our range of lightweight turnout rugs and, in fly season, protective fly rugs for summer turnout.Pro tip: Weigh your netted forage before turnout, even on poor paddocks. EMS horses are expert grazers and a nibble soon adds up.What exercise is safe and effective for EMS horses?Start with 15 minutes of walking exercise 34 days per week on even, supportive surfaces, and increase duration and intensity gradually if there are no laminitis signs.Movement improves insulin sensitivity and calorie expenditure. Begin with inhand or ridden walk on a sand arena, firm track, or smooth field margin. Add short bouts of trot only when your vet confirms the lamellar structures are safe.Week 12: 15 minutes, 34 days per week (mostly walk; gentle hills if sound).Week 34: 2030 minutes, 45 days per week (introduce brief trot if vetapproved).Beyond: Build towards 3045 minutes most days, mixing walk/trot, poles, and light schooling.Safety first: choose level footing and avoid tight turns if theres any foot tenderness. Support limbs if needed and fit tack correctly. For protection during inhand or ridden work, explore horse boots and bandages. If youre roadwalking to build time, wear rider hivis so youre clearly seen in early mornings or dusky evenings.Quick tip: Count steps. A simple pedometer target helps you add 510 minutes a week without overthinking it.How do you monitor progress and keep weight loss on track?Use a weigh tape and body condition scoring weekly, log changes, and adjust forage by small increments while maintaining fibre intake. Partner with your vet if progress stalls or if laminitis flares.Routine keeps EMS plans honest. Each week:Weigh tape and fatscore: Record girth and neck crest measurements plus a 05 or 19 condition score.Photograph: Same pose, same lightyour future self will spot changes better.Adjust forage: If theres no movement after 23 weeks, review hay analysis, soaking time, straw proportion (up to 50%), and step count.Review comfort: Check feet daily for heat, pulse, or short steps; pause increases in workload if anything worries you.At Just Horse Riders, we recommend setting one simple weekly goal (e.g., Replace 40% of hay with straw, or Add one extra 10minute walk). Small, consistent actions compound into real change.When should you involve your vetand is medication needed?Involve your vet from the outset to confirm EMS, check for laminitis, and design a weightloss plan; diet and exercise are primary, while medication such as metformin may be added for severe insulin dysregulation under veterinary supervision.Vets help you prioritise safe weight loss without triggering laminitis. They may also investigate related issues, including reproductive performanceremember, EMSrelated infertility in mares often improves as weight and insulin normalise. If your mare wont lose weight despite tightly controlled forage and added exercise, ask your vet to reassess: some horses are markedly resistant, and the plan may need a tweak.Quick tip: Share your feeding log and step counts at each checkupit speeds decisions and shows your consistency.Finally, dont forget the kit that makes routines easy. Slowfeeder nets and stable organisers reduce waste and keep you consistent; and a comprehensive balancer keeps nutrition sound on restricted rations. Youll find proven options in our supplements and feed balancers and targeted support from NAF supplements, with stable standbys from Shires to help you stay organised.Bottom line: Controlled forage (1.5% bodyweight), strategic straw (3050%), night/earlymorning turnout, and steady exercise form the proven path to reversing EMS signs and protecting your mare from laminitis.FAQsHow much forage should an overweight EMS mare get daily without gaps?Feed 1.5% of bodyweight (or target bodyweight when safe) in total forage per 24 hours. For a 500 kg mare thats 7.5 kg/day, ideally split into multiple slowfed nets so there are no long periods without fibre. Keep the ration balanced with a lowcalorie balancer.When should I use straw for weight loss?Use straw when your mare is an easykeeper, overweight, or insulindysregulated and you need to create a calorie deficit without leaving her hungry. Replace up to 30% initially, building to a maximum of 50% of total forage with clean barley, oat or wheat straw over 24 weeks. Monitor droppings and comfort as you transition.Does straw increase ulcer risk?Research shows good hygienic wheat straw can make up to 50% of the ration without causing gastric ulcers and can extend feeding time while improving the metabolic profile in overweight horses. Quality and gradual introduction are keyalways ensure free access to water.Is a grazing muzzle suitable for EMS mares in the UK?Yesonce weight loss is underway and there are no laminitis signs, a wellfitted grazing muzzle can allow controlled turnout, especially through spring and autumn when daytime grass sugars peak. Combine with night/earlymorning turnout to keep sugars lower.What if my mare wont lose weight despite diet changes?EMS horses are often resistant to weight loss. Tighten the plan: verify 1.5% forage by weight, consider increasing straw to 4050%, soak hay for at least 1 hour, add gentle exercise 34 days a week, and ask your vet to reassess for underlying issues or to consider medication such as metformin if appropriate.Can EMS cause infertility in maresand will weight loss help?Yes, EMS is associated with reproductive issues including infertility. As weight normalises and insulin sensitivity improves, fertility can improve toowork with your vet to pair weight management with reproductive planning.What gear helps me stick to an EMS plan?Slowfeeder hay nets, a reliable weigh tape, and a simple logbook are essentials. For safe exercise and turnout, consider leg protection, hivis for road walking, seasonappropriate turnout rugs and fly rugs, plus nutrient support from feed balancers and supplements including options from NAF. Shop the Essentials Everything mentioned in this guide, ready to browse. Shop SupplementsShop NAF SupplementsShop ShiresShop Turnout RugsShop Boots & Bandages

Fitzpatrick bags elite top-five and McMahon a two-star winnerThe Longines Global Champions Tour made its sole visit to Latin America when arriving at Campo Marte in Mexico City for its second leg and there was a strong Irish representation from the off as Cian OConnor and Jordan Coyle filled second and third in Thursdays opening five-star class, a 1.45m two-phase competition in which there were 54 contestants.Belgian Jrme Guery took the spoils with Careca LS Elite and with a double clear, set the unbeatable time in the speed portion as the last duo from the opening group, posting 29.18 seconds.Coyle and King Kannan GP (owned by Elan Farm) were in early after the break and set a quick time of 30.32 (main pic above) that had them in the silver medal position until the arrival of the very last combination to the sprawling grass arena, Cian OConnor and Genghis Khan (Coolmore Showjumping).The Olympic medallist gave it a good shot, taking exactly four-tenths of a second of Coyles standard and make it a very encouraging start for the Green Jackets.It was the first of two runner-up finishes for OConnor and his talented 10-year-old at the lucrative five-star show, as they excelled once more on Saturday in the 1.55m Trofeo Banorte.This boasted a high-class field of 45, 14 of which progressed to the jump-off. And there would be no denying the fairytale hometown story of a Mexican winner, as Eugenio Garza Perez and Chalouries PS maintained their composure to go clear once more with an unbeatable standard of 36.55.It was OConnor and Genghis Khan that went closest, leaving all the jumps intact and stopping the clock in 37.44 to snaffle the silver medal and a cheque of 21,100.Cian OConnor and Genghis Khan on the way to the first of two runner-up finishes at LGCT Mexico CityThe Longines Global Champions League leg took place the previous day and there were some notable performances and results by Irish athletes.In the second of the two individual competitions, the 1.55m speed class, German-based Mayo pilot, Ciaran Nallon finished fourth with a clear with Casalla Blue PS (Beerbaum Stables) in 75.29, helping his team, Riesenbeck International climb to fifth.A determined round from Max Wachman aboard Fancy de Kergane (Coolmore Showjumping/Susan Magnier) produced another clear in 75.90 seconds for sixth, coming after the duo had also been faultless in the first competition, while his New York Empire teammate, Michael Pender followed his opening clear round on the Ita Brennan-bred HHS Calais (ISH) with four faults on HHS Los Angeles (ISH), bred by Marion Hughes. That left New York narrowly missing the podium in fourth.Earlier on Friday, there was a brilliant result for Susan Fitzpatrick, who was fifth in the Trofeo Banorte, a 1.60m speed class over a monster track. The size of the course was evidenced by the winning time recorded by Brazils Eduardo Pereira De Menezes and H5 Londontime of 73.64 seconds.It was illustrated too in the fact that the Kilkenny rider and Lovely Stassi PS, the 10-year-old mare she owns in partnership with Rosemary Farm, were one of only five to post blemish-free rounds, auguring well for their future together the highest level.There was three-star competition in Wellington and Kerry native, Dylan Daly pipped Paul OShea, from neighbouring Limerick, for the final podium position in Fridays Grand Prix Qualifier. American Chloe Reid and Crossover 4 were the only combination to post a double clear, while Oliva Sweetnam, daughter of Corkman and World No 7, Shane, but representing her native USA, took the silver with the quickest four faults.Dylan Daly and Cinderella Z snatch the bronze medal at WellingtonDaly and Cinderella Z (43.7) were pacier than OShea on Manglar LS La Silla (45.53) to garner the bronze medal position.On Saturday, Mark McAuley also bagged a three-star bronze in Nancy, steering Django Ste Hermelle to a clear in 61.35 in a 1.45m speed class won by Marlon Modolo Zanotelli (BRA) with Rockwell RC, another Irish Sport Horse bred in Kilkenny, in this case, by Ronan Byrne.On Friday, Eoin McMahon was a two-star winner at Sentower Park, guiding Disney Z to victory in a Grand Prix qualifier, a 1.45m jump-off class, clocking 35.59 in the tiebreaker while registering a second clear to garner the top rosette.The following day, Denis Lynch was a silver medallist on the opening week of the Easter Tour with Junius Vd Heffinck Z in a 1.45m speed class in the Oakland Arena and the Tipperary athlete completed another good show by guiding Conterno-Blue PS to a double-clear third in the 1.45m Prijs Aloga Auction Grand Prix on Sunday.BREEDINGHHS LOS ANGELES (ISH) 2014 mare by Le Roi (ZDP) out of China Cavalier (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Marion Hughes. Owner: Bravo Hughes Ltd. Rider: Michael Pender (IRL).HHS CALAIS (ISH) 2011 gelding by Cavalier Royale (HOLST) out of MHS OBOS Cruise (ISH) by OBOS Quality (OLD). Breeder: Ita Brennan, Co. Kilkenny. Owner: Bravo Hughes Ltd. Rider: Michael Pender (IRL).ROCKWELL RC (ISH) 2014 mare by Kannan (KWPN) out of Urban Sea (ISH) by Guidam (SF). Breeder: Ronan Byrne, Co. Kilkenny. Owner: Ashford Farm, Sean Cubitt, Jana Wargers. Rider: Marlon Modolo Zanotelli (BRA).The post OConnor and Coyle secure five-star podiums appeared first on .