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GB team announced for Hickstead Nations Cup
21 July, 2009
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The team for the British leg of the Meydan FEI Nations Cup, held at Hickstead this Friday (24 July) has been announced.
The GB squad is currently in the relegation zone, lying in ninth position of 10 after seven competitions. France tops the board.
British show jumping performance manager Derek Ricketts has selected the following squad for the home fixture of the series:
Ben Maher with Robin Hood W, Quainton Quirifino Z and Akosie du Wonderland
Peter Charles with Pom d’Ami, Rubert R and Pall Mall H
Robert Smith with Vangelis S, Balourado and Talan
Tim Gredley with Omelli, Seander and Fabriana
The Meydan FEI Nations Cup takes place at the Longines Royal International Horse Show (22-26 July) with the first round commencing at 10.30am.
For tickets, go to www.hickstead.co.uk
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