Eight combinations have been confirmed as the British entries for the European Para DressageChampionships, which will take place in Riesenbeck, Germany, on 5-10 September.
The team of four that will travel to Germany, which must include at least one rider from grades I, II or III, will be announced in August.
Four of the nominated riders – Gabriella Blake, Nicola Naylor, Izzy Palmer and Charlotte Cundall – would be making their championship debut if selected for the team. This means that Riesenbeck will be a first championship for a minimum of two team members.
The nominated combinations that make up the British entries for the para dressage European Championships are:
Grade I
Gabriella Blake with 14-year-old gelding Strong Beau
Owner: rider
Breeder: S Amos (GBR)
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Breeding: by Don Jovi out of a mare by Rafurstinels
Sophie Wells with seven-year-old mare LJT Egebjerggards SamoaOwner: The Lady Joseph TrustBreeder: Anders Green Hansen (DEN)Breeding: by St Schufro out of a mare by Gribaldi
The names of the travelling grooms have not yet been confirmed, but will be included in the final team announcement.
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