Phillip Dutton’s got a new ride in his stable ahead of this new season, and he’s spending some time sharing his “getting to know you” days on social media.
Jewelent (Valent – Bellaney Jewel, by Rosalier) is a 10-year-old Irish gelding most recently campaigned by Ireland’s Clare Abbott through the 5* level (the pair started Badminton in 2022, but withdrew ahead of show jumping following a clear cross country). Claire and Jewelent also represented the Irish at the 2021 FEI European Eventing Championships, finishing in the top 15 individually.
Clare Abbott and Jewelent. Photo by Tilly Berendt.
Carol Gee of Fernhill Sporthorses eventually connected Phillip to “Julian”, whom Phillip describes as “a real blood type of horse, but he is also quiet and sensible. A lot of the training has been done, so now it’s just a case of creating a good partnership and getting his trust in me.”
With the support of the “Jewelent Group”, comprised of longtime supporters Ann Jones, David and Patricia Vos, Tracy Egan, Tom Tierney, John Ingram and Caroline Moran, Phillip added this promising youngster to his string and now sets to work forming a partnership.
You can view a few videos of Phillip and Julian below or over on the @duttoneventing Instagram page. We’ll look forward to following along!
