French event rider injured

FRENCH event rider Thibault Fournier is in a coma following a cross-country fall at Pompadour Horse Trials last weekend. The 24-year-old, who became the youngest ever winner of Pau CCI5*-L last year, was riding the seven-year-old gelding Chactas Chalonges when falling on course. A statement from the event organisers said his condition is stable. The horse was not injured in the fall.

Louth Hunter Trials

THE Louth Hunter Trials have a new date and it is Monday, October 28th at Tattersalls Farm.

Award for John Hughes

A SPECIAL recognition award was presented to distinguished veterinary surgeon John Hughes MRCVS by CEO of Horse Sport Ireland Ronan Murphy at last Sunday’s Equine Reproductive Symposium held at Cliff at Lyons estate. The audience was treated to a inspiring talk by John who detailed his fascinating life and career.