The P&O Ferries International Two-Phase class is the first of seven international competitions being held throughout the three days.

The overall prize fund for the CSI** BalmoraI International show stands at £38,000 and the international Grand Prix on Friday, May 16th is the highlight of the week.

Ireland’s Alexander Butler will be back to defend his 2013 title and will battle it out with other top riders including last year’s runner-up Graham Lovegrove, Louise Saywell, Ellen Whitaker, Dermott Lennon, Marion Hughes, Clem McMahon, and Daniel Coyle.

The 2014 Balmoral Show in partnership with Ulster Bank, takes place on May 14th-16th at Balmoral Park, Belfast.