THE Defender Kentucky Three-Day-Event was many things: an emotional win for Oliver Townend, now with a Rolex Grand Slam in sight; food for thought for Olympic team selectors, particularly the spoilt-for-choice British, and a great start in the northern hemisphere five-star events for Irish Sport Horses.

And from a breeding perspective - the cog that starts the success story turning - a triumph for the Rosbotham family.