Stuart Tinney and Pluto Mio are one of the named six
National Eventing Selectors have named a six member Australian squad for the upcoming Trans-Tasman test at the Sydney International Horse Trials from 26-28 April.
The Australian squad is as follows:
Craig Barrett Sandhills Brillaire
Natalie Blundell Algebra
Tim Boland GV Billy Elliot
Megan Jones Kirby Park Allofasudden
Emma Scott Mustang
Stuart Tinney Pluto Mio
Will Emma Scott get her chance to be part of an Australian team?
The Australian team will enter a staging camp on Monday 23 April and selectors will choose the four (4) starting combinations and two (2) reserve combinations on Tuesday 24 April.
Australia currently holds the Trans-Tasman trophy and will be looking to keep its undefeated home record intact when the event gets underway.
As a member of three senior and a young rider Trans-Tasman teams, Olympic silver medallist Megan Jones has been involved in many a battle against New Zealand. Megan relishes the opportunity to represent her country and particularly enjoys an outing against the Kiwis.
“It’s always a fierce competition when we take on New Zealand and we have a strong squad so our team will be very competitive. Team events bring out the best in people. You work hard at every event but when you’re in a team situation you work that little bit harder because other people are relying on you. I’m definitely more competitive when I’m competing as part of a team,” Megan said.
Megan has spent the past three months on the sidelines after a back injury forced her to take time out from the saddle. Competing in Albury at the weekend she finished second in the CIC3* and won the CIC2*.
“I’m feeling great, but I’ve had to cut back on the number of horses that I ride. I know what I’m allowed and not allowed to do so it’s just a matter of riding within my limitations,” Megan said.
Kirby Park Allofasudden stretch out at Albury
The Sydney International Horse Trials, incorporating the Trans-Tasman Eventing Challenge will commence on Friday 26 April and An Eventful Life will be there to bring you full coverage of this exciting event.
