THE final day of the Connemara Pony Show week began with the early call time of 7.30am, the volume of competitors entered for Friday’s Performance classes again reflecting the interest in Connemara ponies to pursue dynamic careers.

Catching the attention of the audience from the start, the striking cremello Buachaill Bui (Templebready Fear Bui - Golden Bee), ridden by Nancy Lyons Teehan, captivated throughout, winning the Riders Under 16 Working Hunter class before dominating in the Championship to claim the Kylemore Abbey-sponsored sash. Riding with a confidence and style beyond her 12 years, Nancy and the gelding’s partnership is an exciting one for the future.