New Zealand has had a convincing win in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup competition at the Houghton International Horse Trials, with Sir Mark Todd and Lizzie Brown taking first and second in the CICO3*.
Sir Mark Todd leads the CICO3* at Houghton Hall putting New Zealand on top of the individual and team leader board
The event organisers have had their BBQ, the first horse inspections are done and dressage is underway at Houghton Hall International where it is going to be a busy week
The parkland surrounding Houghton Hall will be a hive of activity this weekend as it provides the stunning background for the Houghton International Horse Trials incorporating the FEI Nations Cup and National U21 Eventing Champion
Britain was the only team to have four cross country clear rounds helping them to secure Nations Cup victory in Ireland, narrowly beating the French