Well, we all know this is a hard sport, and I think both the Canadian and US contingents were reminded of that fact with the results of last weekend’s Badminton. Steph had a tough weekend, but she is a tough competitor with a strong mental game and a world class horse. Those are the components that make for successful competitions; there is no doubt Steph and Ollie will be back to their winning ways soon. Thanks to Steph for so graciously agreeing to guest blog for us this Spring. I know that I, along with her many supporters, appreciate being able to follow her on the ‘ups’ and ‘downs’ of this great journey we call Eventing.
Hey Eventing Nation, thanks for the support through these last few weeks. I have to say that I’m so grateful for all of the people at home (Canada and USA homes) who have helped me get here and reassured me to keep my head up through a tough couple days. I’m happy to report that Ollie is doing well aside from a scrape on his leg that he didn’t get quite clear of the big log at 27. He tried his heart out and came up a little short of steam at the 10 minute mark on the hardest track he had ever seen!! Even though it didn’t go quite according to plan(!) we have learned a ton about playing at the highest level of the game and look forward to regrouping. I am excited for whatever we decide to do this fall, and am so fortunate to have a healthy horse to carry on with.
