Explosive start for showjumping boss

Ireland’s showjumping manager is hoping there will be no more shocks in store this week after escaping injury when a fire broke out in his Dublin hotel room yesterday.

Robert Splaine and his son, David, were evacuated from the Burlington Hotel after a fridge exploded in their room.

Mr Splaine and his son were woken up abruptly at 5am by a bang followed by a strong smell.