Opinion
This year, all roads lead to the World Equestrian Games (WEG), where securing 2020 Olympic qualification is the big goal. The starting point for team manager Di Lampard’s selection process is the Sunshine Tour, which kicks off this week in Spain with some 2,000 horses in action. It’s the only tour with three- and four-star grands prix, which makes it the perfect opportunity for new partnerships to emerge.
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