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I have been interested in beautiful show horses for about 30 years now and to my mind the greatest improvement in quality comes from the ponies. The influence of the infusion of Riding Pony blood has been profound and these exquisite creatures mostly move like small dressage horses - but more beautiful. There is a great deal of excitement as the EFA plans to introduce more classes for Pony Dressage - and I can see that many dressage enthusiasts will become enthused by these smaller performers. There is a lot of controversy about whether or not the riders should be restricted to children. While I dislike the look of a large adult on a smaller mount, I also think that many smaller women riders enjoy the suitability of a pony and would love the challenge of training it to a high level of dressage. I might even take on a pony!!. The quality of the top ten Large Newcomer Ponies was outstanding and I am sure these ponies would hold their own ... anywhere in the world. This class was held in the middle of the day, with the sun right overhead, which explains the hazey quality of the pictures. |
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Torrensway Momento and Emma Richardson put in a pleasing performance. | ||||
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Wyoming Park Lamont
owned by Christie Comley and very well ridden by Daryl Hayes. This pony was soft and forward. |
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Malibu Park Secrets strides out nicely for owner rider Kerry Dunstan. | ||||
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Kirreway Dalton who has the stable name of Dudley. He is ridden by Michael Christie and owned by McMahon and McCormick. | ||||
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Sunfield Sterling owned by former Garryowen Trophy winner Bev Gardiner (Dad's Delight) and ridden by her daughter Adele. This pony seemed a little tense today. | ||||
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Langtree Love Affair - owned by Jan Langley and ridden by Suanne Vale did a nice workout without being spectacular. | ||||
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Mirinda Royal Mascot owned by Robyn Barry and ridden by Michael Christie. | ||||
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Winner of the
Newcomer Large Pony was Marcia Beard's love 3 YO Rhyll Matinee. Marcia is a former Young Rider Champion and her pony was turned out to perfection. - well done. |
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Newcomer Large Pony
Judge Mr. Greg Smith from Queensland is here talking with the wonderful BHOTY MC
Graeme Barker. Greg Smith said that he loved the winning pony - she was so feminine and showed lovely softness in her canter work. (Not bad for a three year old!) |
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