NEXT year is a world championship year in equestrian sport. It’s one step down from the Olympics as far as team events are concerned, and it’s an equally tough race to secure a spot on that illustrious start list.

One rider who hopes to be in the mix when the time comes round is Aoife Clark. The UK-based Kildare native has a horse capable of the challenge, that being Full Monty De Lacense, and is equally talented herself, with a wealth of experience under her belt.