Denis Lynch closing in on World Cup place

Show jumper Denis Lynch is within striking distance of qualifying for the World Cup after finishing runner-up with All Star in the penultimate qualifier in Zurich, Switzerland, yesterday.

However, the Tipperary rider was quick to point out that World Cup glory is not his priority, with a place in the Olympics his main ambition.

“Going to the final is not really my goal. I’m trying to win another spot for Ireland at the Olympic Games. Bertram [Allen] looks like securing one place and I’m hoping to secure another one. If I can do that with good runs in this World Cup series, then that’s great, and I’m hoping to pick up more points [in the World Cup] in Bordeaux next weekend.”