No mistakes for a win

A last minute withdrawal from the PSG class at a British Dressage show running at Cholderton meant that Lara and I could squeeze in and compete. We hadn't gone out since we were in Spain in March so felt a little rusty in the busy warm up. All my competition kit was still abroad with the lorry, as I had to fly home after the international with Jack and couldn't bring tailcoat, hat and boots all on the plane home. With thanks to Jess who I work with and others I managed to find everything I needed (hence not as smart as usual in the picture, its not my outfit!).
We went in and had a clear round, I was very pleased as it was the first time that Lara felt like she knew her job in the arena. I was aiming for a score between 65 and 69%, as that is where we have been before, even with a clear or nearly clear round but we managed 70.78% and won the class! I was so proud of her and it was great to know that our few months of training had paid off and worked in the ring too. We crossed the 70% barrier for the first time at the highest level I ever have before. Very exciting and extremely grateful to Lara.