William Funnell: British Showjumping’s new points scoring system [H&H VIP]
Our showjumping columnist gives his take on British Showjumping’s [BS] new points scoring system as well as classes for young horses
The international showjumper is one of only five riders to have won the Hickstead Derby four times and is a regular member of the British showjumping team, winning team gold at the 2013 European championships on his home-bred Billy Congo. He and his wife Pippa Funnell are also pioneers in sport horse breeding through their Billy Stud in Surrey. A regular Horse & Hound columnist, you can read William’s views in the magazine or H&H VIP members can view them online below. Find out how to join H&H VIP
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