THERE is something special about being part of your national team- I guess in all sports the same could be said. In show jumping it’s quite unique as, week in week out, the riders compete against each other and then for this one competition called Nations Cup, their efforts must combine to give an overall score for the country.

Walking the course prior to any competition is probably the single most important preparation. Therefore, I like to walk it alone in peace and not discuss it with half the showgrounds when I’m in an individual class.