“I AM a big supporter of Irish-bred horses in the eventing world and long may their success continue,” said British world number one event rider Oliver Townend.

In what was a remarkable achievement, Townend piloted Ballaghmor Class, Dreamliner and Cooley Master Class this season – the leading points progeny of three WBFSH top-20 eventing sires: Courage II (fifth), Jumbo (12th) and Ramiro B (equal 19th).