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.

Denis Lynch closing in on World Cup place

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.”

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