Whitaker triumphs in Bolesworth grand prix

William Whitaker sealed 4 fantastic days of showjumping at the new CSI3* at Bolesworth, Cheshire, with victory in the Redrow grand prix.

He and the 13-year-old Upperclass landed the £9,900 top prize with the quickest of 5 double clears in a mammoth 58-starter competition. Nick Skelton and Aristio finished in 2nd, with Robert Bevis (Pebbles IV) claiming 3rd.

“Upperclass is quite sensitive and it took a while to adapt my style to his, but we’ve had some good results,” said William. “Upperclass is a good name for him anyway!”

Don’t miss our bumper report from the CSI3* at Bolesworth in Thursday’s issue of Horse & Hound magazine (out 19 June).

Jennifer Donald

H&H showjumping editor

Jennifer is passionate at showjumping and her role as H&H’s showjumping editor has taken her around the world reporting from shows and interviewing riders, connections and those involved behind the scenes. Since joining H&H from BBC Sport in 2005, she has written on every subject across the equestrian sphere — from turnout rugs to stable management — and has interviewed gold medallists, world champions and winners galore. She also has first-hand experience of working in the equestrian industry as a riding instructor and yard manager.