Ireland eye Wellington hat-trick

Ireland’s show jumpers could be in line for a notable treble as they tackle the Wellington Nations Cup this weekend during week eight of the Winter Equestrian Festival in Florida.

The four-star contest takes place on Saturday evening local time and after claiming the event two years in a row, there is belief in the Irish camp that a three-timer is within their grasp.

“It’s certainly the plan,” said Cian O’Connor, who resumes his Florida campaign after a visit to Spain where he was overseeing students during the Sunshine Tour at Vejer de la Frontera.