MY first thought when Isabell Werth asked me if I’d like to be on the board of the International Dressage Riders Club was, “Oh no, this is one I won’t be able to wriggle out of.” Anyone who knows Isabell knows she doesn’t take no for an answer. On reflection, I feel she has chosen people from a wide range of countries and ideas, and some very strong personalities. I look forward to some clashes!
A very experienced group of people, some with over 30 years in the sport, will take over after the hard work Wayne Channon and Kyra Kyrklund have put into the club. The difficulty has been getting riders to join, be aware, and be part of the decision-making process.
The excuse of too much riding and teaching isn’t good enough. It’s very easy when competing not to be aware of rule changes and the whys and hows behind them. They can suddenly be sprung upon riders, causing an uproar. To join, please, as we really want to hear your views. Details are on the website at idrc.me
“OUR GREATEST GIFT”
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هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة December 31, 2020 من Horse & Hound.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
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