19/04/2026
CHARD - BE
19/04/26
“Progress, a clear round… and a swim to finish 💦”
So good to be back out eventing, and even better to do it alongside friends in the sunshine at Chard.
Tatti felt fantastic all day and gave me a really encouraging start to the season after I’ve been dithering for so long. Finally got the first one done ✅
Dressage produced a 34.8 — a little bit of Tatti-ness crept in, but she stayed rideable throughout and is starting to feel more established in the work. There were a few comments on the scores being marked harsh so a 34.8 seemed pretty respectable.
Showjumping was a big highlight with a lovely clear round. She was forward and positive without any of the usual over-discussion, which made a nice change… perhaps the music choice helped 😂 🎶Eye of the Tiger might be making a regular appearance at home.
We found ourselves sitting in 5th after showjumping, which felt like a great place to be on our debut event of the season.
Cross country started exactly how you’d hope — bold, keen and covering the ground. A bit change definitely helped with a bit more lift in front and some much-needed steering.
However… Tatti decided to add her own touch of flair 2 from home and launched herself into the water with such enthusiasm that I took an unscheduled swim 😂 It was all fairly spectacular — she may well have a future career in horse diving.
Despite the soggy ending, there’s plenty to be pleased with and lots to build on. One day it will all come together… in the meantime, still laughing 😆💦💦
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