THE competition in the Amateur ranks was of its normal high standard, which resulted in hard fought national classes throughout the season. Along with standalone classes for amateur riders, the leagues were also hard fought. Here are a few of the highlights of 2023.

The first real test for riders, without a shadow of a doubt, has to be the RDS qualifiers. The first qualifier took place in Kernan’s Equestrian Centre, with 145 combinations going to post, these numbers continued at each of the qualifiers, and, to be in with a chance, you needed to deliver three clear rounds, with the jump-off proving very competitive.