THE Gentlemen’s League was created last year to promote opportunities for amateur riders across Europe, and its opening season was certainly a successful one from an Irish point of view, with the Irish representative, Dean Sinnott, claiming the inaugural title.

Sinnott came out on top for Ireland following five races at Cork Racecourse, Le Lion D’Angers, Vaumas, Craon and sealed the crown in the final round which took place at the International point-to-point in Barbury Castle.