MANY British-based Irish riders are now returning from the various sunshine tours and are busy preparing young horses and those coming back into work after a rest for the summer season.

Anthony Condon, who produced a magical double clear in Al Ain riding John Hales’ Aristio is delighted to receive his Nations Cup call-up for Lummen. “He [Aristio] went very well in Vilamoura where he finished second in the three-star Grand Prix and he’s in great form at the moment. Balzac also jumped great in Portugal, so I’ll also take him to Lummen. In the meantime, I’ll try and get some of the young horses started,” said Condon.