MARINA Hamilton is no stranger to the world of horse racing, this Donegal-based lady is one of Ireland’s most renowned painters and sculptors. She is also the proud mum to three girls, twins Kellie and Jade (17) and Chloe (14) and married to BBC News Northern Ireland correspondent Enda McClafferty.

Marina signed up for the Corinthian Challenge some time ago, a commitment which ought to be admired as on top of the feat that is the racing series, there are not too many stables to ride out in where Marina lives.