Road to Paris: Who are the British Horses to Follow?
Great Britain is a nation with a storied history of Olympic success. With individual golds in 2016 and 2012, and a team gold in 2012, the pressure is on.
As the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris approach, the equestrian world is abuzz with speculation about which top-rated horses and riders will represent each nation. Great Britain is a nation with a storied history of Olympic success. With individual golds in 2016 and 2012, and a team gold in 2012, the pressure is on. But who will make the cut for Team GB? Let's dive into the potential lineup.
Ben Maher - Leading the Charge
Ben Maher, the reigning Olympic champion, is in exceptional form, boasting a string of horses that would be the envy of any rider. With potential picks like the World Championship fourth-place horse, Faltic HB, and two-time five-star Grand Prix winner Dallas Vegas Batilly among others, Maher has an embarrassment of riches to choose from. The key question is, which horse will he take to Paris?
Harry Charles - The Rising Star
Harry Charles, already an Olympian and World Championship bronze medalist, at just 24 years of age has a formidable lineup of his own. With experienced mounts like Romeo 88 and Casquo Blue in his string as well as younger stars like Sherlock, the excitement is building around this young Brit.
The Third Spot: A Battle Royale
The question of who will fill the coveted third spot on Team GB is rife with speculation. Candidates like Tim Gredley and Medoc de Toxandria, Robert Whitaker and Vermento, and Scott Brash, with his seasoned partner Hello Jefferson, are all in the running. However, it's the emerging talents and new pairings, like John Whitaker with Arqana Riverland, that could surprise us all.
Team GB's Road to Paris: A Blend of Experience and Youth
As Team GB's equestrian squad shapes up for Paris 2024, the blend of seasoned champions and promising new talents promises an exciting Olympic campaign. With so much at stake, the coming months will be crucial in determining who will represent Great Britain in the quest for Olympic glory.
Stay tuned to our blog for more updates on Team GB's journey to Paris 2024, as we follow these remarkable athletes and their equine partners on the road to Olympic success.
Tune into the latest Jumping Podcast - Road to Paris special where Charlotte, Sam & Diarm discuss these pairs in depth and make their speculations as to who will represent Team GB at the Olympic Games in Paris.