WITH the sun shining, the first week of the Mullingar CSI2* came to an exciting conclusion as the Karlswood Stables CSI2* Table A with Jump-Off 1.45m Grand Prix brought the opening week of competition to a thrilling end. There was a strong field of 46 looking to claim the win and six of those booked their place against the clock.

Placed second in the class before, Sameh El Dahan went one better as he partnered Balou Breeze to a clear in 38.06. Owned by Sycamore Horse Farm and bred by Joe Sloan, this 12-year-old Irish Sport Horse mare is by Balou du Rouet and out of the Cavalier Royale-sired dam, Cavalier Whirlwind.