Splaine confident Ireland can stay in elite League

TEAM manager Robert Splaine yesterday said he was confident Ireland could maintain its place in the elite Samsung Super Show Jumping League.

The veteran rider, in the first year of his four-year tenure, said his confidence was based on the ability of the riders to rise to the occasion. The challenge is big, as Ireland currently occupy last place in the eight-country league, a position that ensures relegation.

But, with just three rounds remaining: Hickstead on Friday, Dublin next month and the final in Barcelona in September, Splaine is hopeful that the situation can be turned around.