SOME 28 stallions were presented at Cavan Equestrian Centre this week for the 2018 renewal of the Horse Sport Ireland stallion inspections, where 14 got the seal of approval.

A total of 18 Irish Sport Horse stallions, nine Irish Draughts, one pony and five thoroughbred stallions were presented to the panel of judges over the two-day inspections process. Seven sport horses were eligible for full approval and, of these, four stallions were approved, including the three thoroughbred stallions Jack The Robin, Ascalon and Centennial.