JORDAN Coyle wrapped up an incredible week by being crowned the leading international rider after five wins and four second places – including in the Nations Cup and Rolex Grand Prix. Riding Chaccolino in the two feature classes, he never touched a pole.

Speaking to The Irish Field, Coyle said: “I’m based in America now but I’m a true Irish person. I love Ireland. I’m very thankful for what America has given me but I’m Irish through and through. Every time I come back here, I make it a priority to be my best, have the horses in as good a shape as possible, and we’re lucky that it seems to work out.”