Devastated Bertram Allen may take further action

Irish show jumper Bertram Allen last night said he was “devastated’ after winning the grand prix at London’s Olympia, only to be disqualified when a spot of blood was found on the right flank of his mount Quiet Easy.

Speaking to the Irish Examiner, he stressed his “love” for his horses and he refused to rule out taking further action after an initial appeal was rejected.

“I haven’t decided yet what to do. I will have a look and see what our options are. This is a matter of principle. I love my horses and the last thing I would want to do is harm them in any way,” said Allen.