EV Breeding: Three Irish Sport Horses on Ireland’s Winning Nations Cup Team at Boekelo
- 13 October 2015, 15:28
Ireland’s historic Nations Cup win at Boekelo CCIO3* saw three of our four riders mounted on Irish Sport horses, making the victory all the sweater. Jonty Evans rode Cooley Rorkes Drift (ISH), Joseph Murphy with Westwinds Hercules (ISH) and nineteen year-old Cathal Daniels on the eight year-old Rioghan Rua (ISH) while our fourth team member, UK based Padraig McCarthy, rode Polish-bred Simon Porloe.
See below for a full list of Irish-bred International Eventing results:
12.10.15 International Eventing Results.
Britain.
Weston Park International 3DE, Shropshire. October 8th – 11th.
CCI* Sec A.
3 The Chocolate Musketeer. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by Kroongraaf (KWPN) out of Lass of Clover (ISH) by Diamond Clover (ID). Breeder: Myles Mahon (Wexford). Rider: Louisa Lockwood (GBR) 43.6, 0, 0.0 = 43.6
6 Fernhill First Friend. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Vriend (KWPN) out of Coolboy Dolly (ISH) by Yashgan (TB). Breeder: Patrick Coughlan (Cork). Rider: Francis Whittington (GBR) 46.9, 0, 0.0 = 46.9
10 Shannondale Chloe. (ISH) – 2007 mare by Cavalier Land (ISH) out of Shannon Dales Clover (ISH) by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: Peter Rice (Monaghan). Rider: James Browning (GBR) 46.9, 4, 0.0 = 50.9.
CCIJ* Sec B.
1 Irish Jester. (ISH) – 1999 gelding by Slyguff Joker (WNTR) out of Annaduff (ISH) by Leabeg (ISH). Breeder: Eamon Gleeson (Roscommon). Rider: Thomas Hawke (GBR) 33.2, 4, 0.0 = 37.2
2 Fernhill Rock Star. (ISH)[was Frenchpark Dream] – 2003 gelding by Ricardo Z (ZANG) out of Frenchpark Demense (WNTR) by Mandalus (TB). Breeder: Thomas Devine (Roscommon). Rider: Bubby Upton (GBR) 39.0, 0, 0.0 = 39.0
6 Kananaskis. (ISH) – 2008 gelding by Ustinov (KWPN) out of New Years Sandy (ISH) by Taloubet VDL (KWPN). Breeder: Norman Edgar Watt (Tyrone). Rider: Richard Coney (GBR) 43.5, 4, 0.0 = 47.5
7 Killard Enigma. (ISH) – 1999 gelding by Crosstown Dancer (ID) out of Whitehill Lady (ISH). Breeder: Edel Hughes (Leitrim). Rider: Laura Smith (GBR) 47.6, 0, 0.0 = 47.6
10 Dysart Rebel. – 2007 gelding OIO by Huntingfield Rebel (ID). Rider: Joshua Waering (GBR) 48.6, 0, 1.2 = 49.8.
CCI** Sec D.
3 Doonaveeragh O Six. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by S Creevagh Ferro Ex Siebe (KWPN) out of Doonaveeragh Jewel (ISH)(P) by Ballinvella (TB). Breeder: Andrew Ivor Gardiner (Sligo). Rider: Brook Staples (AUS) 36.9, 4, 4.4 = 45.3
4 Shannondale Quest. (ISH) – 2005 gelding by Cascaletto St Ghyvan Z (ZANG) out of Shannon Dales Clover (ISH) by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: Peter Rice (Monaghan). Rider: Louise Lockwood (GBR) 45.9, 0, 0.0 = 45.9
10 Merikano. (ISH) – 1998 gelding by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH) out of Debbie Girl (ISH). Breeder: Jeanette Glynn (Clare). Rider: Wills Oakden (GBR) 49.2, 8, 0.0 = 57.2.
Askham Bryan College ODE, Yorkshire, October 10th – 11th.
Novice Sec L.
1 Liscarrow Conista. (ISH) – 2008 mare out of Condios (HOLST) out of Clista (ISH) by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH). Breeder: Josette Gore (Limerick). Rider: Angus Smales (GBR) 26.5, 0, 2.0 = 28.5
6 Shadow Walker. (ISH)(TIH)[was Wolly Gog] – 2008 gelding by Colin Diamond (ISH) out of Dock Delour (ISH) by Dock Leaf (TB). Breeder: James Kelly (Laois). Rider: Jamie Atkinson (GBR) 31.3, 0, 8.0 = 39.3
7 Bowdeen – 2004 gelding OIO Rider: Ian Pycock (GBR) 36.3, 0, 3.2 = 39.5.
Novice Sec M.
2 King Pingu. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by Castlelawn Galloway (OLD) out of Clydagh Spring (ISH) by Welcome Diamond (ID). Breeder: Keith Woodward (Mayo). Rider: Bethany Dyson (GBR) 30.8, 0, 4.8 = 35.6
5 Don Juan II. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by Womanizer (KWPN) out of Cnoc Na Hiarla (ISH) by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: John McArdle (Galway). Rider: Georgia Holden (GBR) 29.0, 0, 8.4 = 37.4
6 Dixie Two. (ISH)(TIH) – 2008 mare by Balda Beau (WNTR) out of Cushinstown King (ISH) by Highland King (ISH). Breeder: Martin Dwyer (Tipperary). Rider: Jeanette Brakewell (GBR) 31.5, 0, 6.4 = 37.9
7 My Harlequin Lady. (ISH) – 2008 mare by Temple Clover (ISH) out of Killmeady Rose (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder: Maurice Keogh Jnr. (Waterford). Rider: Becci Leigh Harrold (GBR) 31.3, 0, 7.6 = 38.9
9 ESI Pheonix. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by Clover Echo (ISH) out of Catina (BEWB) by Quasimodo Vd Molendreef (BWP). Breeder: Cian O’Connor (Meath). Rider: Angus Smales (GBR) 33.5, 0, 8.4 = 41.9.
Open Novice Sec N.
2 Chilli Chap. (ISH) – 2008 gelding by Chillout (ISH) out of Heros Pride (ISH) by Duleek Hero (ID) Breeder: Mary Ann Reilly (Mayo). Rider: Connie Warde-Aldam (GBR) 31.3, 0, 5.2 = 36.5.
Calmsden ODE, Gloucestershire. October 10th – 11th.
Novice Sec A.
1 Agher Spot the Difference. – 2007 gelding OIO. Rider: Abigail Kate Walters (GBR) 24.3, 0, 0.4 = 24.7
2 Garrison Ted (ISH) – 2008 gelding by Garrison Royal (ISH) out of Garrison Tara (ISH) by Chacoa (HOLST). Breeder: Charles Patterson (Laois). Rider: Cassandra Price (GBR) 25.8, 0, 2.8 = 28.6
6 The Night Traveller. (ISH) – 2007 gelding by The Traveller (ISH) out of Night Fly (ISH) by Maltstriker (KWPN). Breeder: Dermot & Mary Murphy (Tipperary). Rider: Alexander Bragg (GBR) 32.0, 0, 3.6 = 35.6
8 The Masters Rebel. (ISH)(TIH) – 2006 gelding by Master Imp (TB) out of Rebel Clonard Diamond (ISH) by Rich Rebel (TB). Breeder: Patrick Delaney (Offaly). Rider: Rosie Thomas (GBR) 33.3, 4, 0.0 = 37.3.
Novice Sec B.
6 Diamond Lulu. (ISH) – 2003 mare by Ricardo Z (ZANG) out of Imp Clover (P)(ISH) by Diamond Imp Lad (ISH) Breeder: Breda Pollard (Tipperary). Rider: Charlotte Faulkner (GBR) 23.8, 0, 11.2 = 35.0
7 Olsie. – 2005 gelding OIO. Rider: Victoria Fleming (GBR) 36.0, 0, 0.0 = 36.0
9 Stellor Krakatoa. (ISH) – 2008 mare by Chaacoa (HOLST) out of African Oasis (ISH) by Minstrel Bouncer (ID). Breeder: Patrick Liston (Limerick). Rider: Felicity Collins (GBR) 33.5, 0, 3.6 = 37.1.
Novice Sec C.
7 Akd Terra Nova. (ISH) – 2009 mare by S Creevagh Ferro Ex Siebe (KWPN) out of Hilarys Lass (ISH) by Mark Twain (TB). Breeder: Robert Jenkinson (Armagh). Rider: Alexander Whewell (GBR) 26.8, 0, 6.8 = 33.6.
Open Novice Sec D.
5 Rainstown Frost. (ISH) – 2007 gelding by Rainstown Lad (ISH) out of Grove Calin (ISH) Breeder: Marie T Walsh (Carlow). Rider: Felicity Collins (GBR) 33.3, 0, 0.0 = 33.3
10 Dassett Two for Joy. (ISH) – 2002 gelding by Cavalier Two for Joy (ISH) out of Mary Kate Rose (TB) by Luxury Image (TB). Breeder: Liam Rice (Louth). Rider: Alex Norris (GBR) 34.3, 0, 2.8 = 37.1.
Novice Sec E.
3 Spypark Ferro XS. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by S Creevafgh Ferro Ex Siebe (KWPN) out of Coldwoods Becky (ISH) by Kannan (KWPN). Breeder: Roddy Furey (Galway). Rider: Alexamder Bragg (GBR) 28.3, 0, 5.2 = 33.5
7 Boleybawn Bee. (ISH) – 2008 mare by Iroko (WESTF) out of Golden Lee (ISH) by Flagmount Diamond (ID). Breeder: Kieran Fahey (Cork). Rider: Roland Lloyd-Thomas (GBR) 34.5, 4, 0.0 = 38.5
9 Glenkeeran Sally. (ISH) – 2006 mare by Ricardo Z (ZANG) out of Glenkeeran Mollie (ISH) by Crosstown Dancer (ID). Breeder: Maria Melvin (Louth). Rider: Ginny Howe (GBR) 29.8, 4, 4.8 = 38.6
10 Political Pageant. (ISH)(TIH) – 2004 gelding by Primo Pageant (TB) out of Hill Top Clover (ISH) by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: Ignatius Gannon (Roscommon). Rider: Bryony Wilson (GBR) 36.5, 0, 2.8 = 39.3.
Canada.
Will O’Wind Farm HT, Ontario. October 10th.
Open Intermediate.
3 Cnoc. – 2007 gelding OIO by Captain Clover (ISH). Rider: Ian Roberts (CAN) 39.1, 0, 18.0 = 57.1.
Open Preliminary.
1 Dynamo. (ISH) – 2007 gelding by Golden River (ISH) out of Maram (TB) by Seclude (TB). Breeder: Chris Conway (Limerick). Rider Holly Jacks (CAN) 41.3, 0, 6.8 = 48.1
2 Fernhill Wishes. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by Chacoa (HOLST) out of KEC Galway Bay (ISH) by Glidawn Diamond (ID). Breeder: Anna Kennedy (Kerry). Rider: Karl Slezak (USA) 38.3, 4, 6.8 = 49.1.
United States of America.
Heritage Park HT, Kansas. October 9th – 11th.
Preliminary Championships.
2 Fernhill Romeo. (ISH)[was Ballingowan Romeo] – 2009 gelding by Passion (WEWB) out of Castlemorris Annie (ISH) by Puissance (ISH). Breeder: Teresa Walsh (Kilkenny). Rider: Meaghan Marinovich (USA) 34.1, 0, 1.6 = 35.7
8 Prince of Kiltealy. (ISH)(TIH) – 2010 gelding by Kiltealy Kingdom (ID) out of Ghareeb Sky (P)(ISH) by Ghareeb (TB). Breeder: JJ Bowe (Wexford). Rider: Michelle Mercier (USA) 40.7, 17, 30.8 = 88.5.
Open Preliminary.
1 Fernhill Spring Lightly. (ISH)(TIH) – 2006 gelding by Cut the Mustard (TB) out of Coolgrange Tingo (ISH) by Marktingo (TB). Breeder: Thomas & Elizabeth Brennan (Kilkenny). Rider: Ellis Rold (USA) 34.8, 0, 0.0 = 34.8.
Greenwood Farm Fall HT, Texas. October 9th – 11th.
Open Intermediate.
1 Loughnatousa Caislean. (ISH) – 2005 gelding by Lucky Valier (ISH) out of Loughnatousa Bell (ISH) by Arctic View (TB) Breeder: Tim Beecher (Waterford). Rider: Bailey Moran (USA) 29.6, 8, 6.0 = 43.6.
Open Preliminary.
1 Russell’s Reserve. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by Loughenhoe Guy (ISH) out of Conlons Diamond (ISH) by VDL Arkansas (KWPN). Breeder: Eamon Conlon (Down). Rider: Mike Huber (USA) 28.7, 0, 5.6 = 34.3
3 Carlingford’s Forever. (ISH)(TIH)[was Oughterard Forever] – 2001 gelding by Nordic Region (TB) out of Jean’s Pride (P)(ISH) by Bobby’s Pride (ISH) Breeder by John Greene (Clare). Rider: Emma Fisher (USA) 35.4, 0, 6.4 = 41.8
7 Cooley Performer. (ISH)[was Derena Herbie] – 2008 gelding by Hermes de Reve (SF) out of Derena Queen (ISH) by Touchdown (ISH). Breeder: Francis Tubman (Cavan). Rider: Emma Kate Fisher (USA) 38.3, 4, 9.6 = 51.9.
Preliminary Young Rider.
4 White Indian. (ISH)(TIH) – 2000 gelding by White Clover (ISH) out of Indian Kit (ISH) by Indian Ruler (TB) Breeder: T J Gibbons (Mayo). Rider: Clara Cargile (USA) 30.9, 0, 8.4 = 39.3.
Las Cruces HT, New Mexico. October 10th – 11th.
Open Preliminary.
4 Feral Errol – 1999 gelding OIO. Rider: Mari Wooldridge (USA) 36.5, 4, 50.0 = 90.5.
Maryland HT, Maryland. October 10th – 11th.
Open Intermediate A.
1 Master Eli. (ISH)(TIH) – 2007gelding by Master Imp (TB) out of Clista (P)(ISH) by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH). Breeder: Josette Gore (Limerick). Rider: Boyd Martin (USA) 29.6, 0, 12.0 = 41.6
10 HHS Dollar. (ISH) – 2007 gelding by Dollar Du Murier (SF) out of Cavalier Charisma (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Marion Hughes (Kilkenny). Rider: Rona Moloney (USA) 40.8, 17, 49.2 = 107.0.
Open Intermediate B.
6 OBOS Darko. (ISH) – 2008 gelding by OBOS Quality (OLD) out of Angie Van Paemel (BEWB) by Darco (BWP). Breeder: Brian Connolly (Galway). Rider: Meghan O’Donoghue (USA) 32.7, 1, 31.6 = 65.3.
Open Preliminary A.
2 Tura Lura. – 2009 mare OIO. Rider: Boyd Martin (USA) 25.5, 4, 0.8 = 30.3
5 Cooley Cruise Control. (ISH) – 2009 gelding by Chacoa (HOLST) out of Castlequarter Royale (ISH) by Guy Cavalier (ISH). Breeder: Lionel Beresford (Waterford). Rider: Lindsay Kelley (USA) 28.2, 0, 6.4 = 34.6
9 JMF Master Cooley. (ISH)(TIH) [was JMF Master Harvey] – 2009 gelding by Master Imp (TB) out of Tuamgraney Diamond (ISH) by Coevers Diamond Boy (ISH). Breeder: James French (Wexford). Rider: Lucia Strini (USA) 35.0, 0, 5.2 = 40.2.
Open Preliminary B.
4 Sportsfield Goodwill. (ISH) – 2008 gelding by Lux Z (HANN) out of Fort Cavalier (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breder: Sean Nugent (Tyrone). Rider: Boyd Martin (USA) 35.5, 0, 0.0 = 35.5.
Open Preliminary C.
4 Beverly’s Diamond Lad. (ISH) [was Monart’s Diamond Lad] – 2008 gelding by Chacoa (HOLST) out of Diamond Mist Princess (ID) by Glidawn Diamond (ID). Breeder: Ciaran Moriarty (Kerry). Rider: Darrin Mollett (USA) 37.3, 4, 4.4 = 45.7.
Thailand.
Pattaya ODE. October 2nd – 4th.
CIC*.
4 Ardbohill Lad (ISH) – 2001 gelding by Farney Clover (ISH) out of Pride of Finnoe (ISH). Breeder: P J Carroll. Rider: Supap Khaw-Ngam (THA) 54.9, 4, 0.0 = 58.9
5 Monarchs Royal Touch (ISH) – 2001 gelding by Touchdown (ISH) out of Killeaney Sala (WNTR) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Anthony Murray (Meath). Rider: Weerapat Pitakanonda (THA) 54.6, 10, 0.0 = 64.6.
Italy
Arezzo ODE. October 2nd – 4th.
CIC*.
1 Fernhill First Impression. (ISH)(TIH) [was Ballinamonpark Leonardo] – 2004 gelding by Master Imp (TB) out of Tremblant Lass (WNTR) by Tremblant (TB). Breeder: Vahe Bogossian (Waterford). Rider Pietro Majolino (ITA) 45.2, 0, 0.0 = 45.2
3 Bellevue Chinchilla. (ISH)(TIH) – 2005 gelding by Master Imp (TB) out of Cherry Hill (P)(ISH) by Sky Boy (TB). Breeder: Martin Doyle (Carlow). Rider: Benedetta Mezzadri (ITA) 47.2, 0, 0.0 = 47.2
7 Easy. (ISH) – 2002 gelding by Amiro M (ZWEI) out of Laughton’s Diamond Imp (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Norman Walsh (Down). Rider: Rebacca Giorgetti (ITA) 51.9, 8, 0.0 = 59.9
9 Millenium Mission. (ISH)[was Big Touch] – 1999 gelding by Touchdown (ISH) out of Sumas Light Up (AID) by Pride of Shaunlara (ID). Breeder: Suma Stud (Kilkenny). Rider: Leonardo Lo Faso (ITA) 56.7, 4, 0.8 = 61.5.
Poland.
Sopot ODE. October 2nd – 4th.
CCI***.
3 Viscount George. (ISH) – 2004 gelding by Lord Noble (TB) out of Felicity’s Pride (ISH) Breeder: Geraldine Berney (Wexford). Rider: Stefano Brecciaroli (ITA) 45.9, 4, 1.2 = 51.1.
CIC*.
5 User Friendly. (ISH) – 1999 gelding by Ricardo Z (ZANG) out of Annabeg Simon (ISH) by Ballysimon (ISH). Breeder: Michael O’Loughlin (Kerry). Rider: Jarno Debusschere (BEL) 55.0, 0, 0.0 = 55.0
7 Right You Be (ISH) – 2004 gelding by Olympic Lux (KWPN) out of Railstown Lady (ISH). Breeder: Derek Baskin (Tipperary). Rider: Mariusz Kleniuk (POL) 58.4, 0, 0.0 = 58.4.
Holland.
Boekelo 3DE. October 8th – 11th.
Individual Result.
CCI***.
4 Grass Valley. (ISH)(TIH) – 2000 gelding by Legal Pressure (TB) out of Connaught Gold (P)(ISH) by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: John A Cogan (Sligo) . Rider: Gabriel Silva Cury (BRA) 48.4, 0, 2.4 = 50.8
5 Smart Time (ISH) – 2004 Gelding OIO. Rider: Dani Evans (GBR) 46.4, 0, 6.0 = 52.4
6 Super Socks BCF. [was Fernhill Flaxen] – 2006 gelding by Castle Quest (TB) out of an unnamed mare by Faroch. Rider: Matthew Brown (USA) 46.4, 1, 5.2 = 52.6
8 Cooley Rorkes Drift. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Courage II (HOLST) out of Doon-A-Ree Lass (ISH) by Rachelle Comet (TB). Breeder: William McCarrison (Down). Rider: Jonty Evans (IRL) 42.7, 3, 8.8 = 54.5.
Team Horses bred in Ireland.
1 Ireland.
Cooley Rorkes Drift. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Courage II (HOLST) out of Doon-A-Ree Lass (ISH) by Rachelle Comet (TB). Breeder: William McCarrison (Down). Rider: Jonty Evans (IRL)
Westwinds Hercules. (ISH) – 2005 gelding by Ramiro B (BWP) out of Westwinds Clover (ISH) by Porter Rhodes (TB). Breeder: Alice Kehoe. Rider Joseph Murphy (IRL)
Rioghan Rua. (ISH) – 2007 mare by Jack Of Diamonds (SWE) out of Highland Destiny (ISH) by Flagmount King (ID). Breeder: Margaret Kinsella (Galway). Rider: Cathal Daniels (IRL)
2 USA.
Super Socks BCF. [was Fernhill Flaxen] – 2006 gelding by Castle Quest (TB) out of an unnamed mare by Faroch. Rider: Matthew Brown (USA)
Copper Beech. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Radolin (KWPN). Rider: Bruce Davidson Jnr. (USA)
HHS Cooley. [was HHS Apache] (ISH) – 2004 gelding by Clover Echo (ISH) out of Flown (ISH) by Imperius (TB). Breeder: Thomas Hughes (Kilkenny). Rider: Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp (USA)
3 New Zealand.
Dassett Cool Touch. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Van Dantzig (TB) out of Touch of Cavalier (ISH) by Cavalier Royale (HOLST). Breeder: Eddie J Kelly (Wexford). Rider: Dan Jocelyn (NZL)
5 Great Britain.
Smart Time (ISH) – 2004 Gelding OIO. Rider: Dani Evans (GBR)
Kiltealy Brief. (ISH)(TIH) – 2004 gelding by Kiltealy Spring (ISH) out of Queen Tara (ID) by Kintara (ID). Breeder: Patrick Kavanagh (Wexford). Rider: Nicola Wilson (GBR)
Diamond Sundance. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Sunny Boy (KWPN) out of KEC Costello Diamond (ISH) by Glidawn Diamond (ID) Breeder: William Kennedy (Kerry). Rider: Emily Parker (GBR)
9 Japan.
The Duke of Cavan. (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Courage II (HOLST) out of Dysert Girl (ISH) by Ricardo Z (ZANG) Breeder: Tommy Fitzpatrick (Clare). Rider: Oiwa Yoshiaki (JPN)
Ballastar Bay (ISH) – 2006 gelding by Harlequin du Carel (SF) out of Balla Bay (ISH) by Ballinvella (TB). Breeder: Patrick Bourke (Tipperary). Rider: Toshiyuki Tanaka (JPN)
10 Brazil
Grass Valley. (ISH)(TIH) – 2000 gelding by Legal Pressure (TB) out of Connaught Gold (P)(ISH) by Clover Hill (ID). Breeder: John A Cogan (Sligo) . Rider: Gabriel Silva Cury (BRA)
These results have been provided to Horse Sport Ireland by Charlie Ripman
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