Each of the horse and rider combinations on this year’s WEG team are experienced four star competitors. Let’s check out the action!
Team:
Buck Davidson and Ballynoe Castle RM – I never really doubted Buck would make the team this year, the question was, with which horse? Here they are at Burghley last year.
Boyd Martin and Neville Bardos – Boyd had two great horses with the potential to do well at WEG. Since he can only compete one horse, the solution is simple. One made team, the other alternate. Boyd and Neville finished fourth at Rolex this year.
Phillip Dutton and Woodburn – Shocker of the century, right? Phillip is a solid choice with any one of his horses. They finished second at Rolex this year.
Kim Severson and Tipperary Liadhnan – Assuming they have chased away all the show jumping demons, Kim and Paddy are a reliable choice. They finished 5th at Rolex in 2008.
Individuals:
Karen O’Connor and Mandiba – Experience is the word that comes to mind. Interestingly, Karen’s other half will be coaching the Canadian team. The video is from Burghley 2009, but they finished in seventh at Rolex this year.
Becky Holder and Courageous Comet – This pair is definitely feeling confident after their win at the AEC this weekend. They are a graceful, talented team in all three phases. They finished second at Rolex 2008 and third this year.
