Runner-up finish for Ireland in Ocala NC

Ireland’s show jumping team of Bertram Allen, Cian O’Connor, Tom Wachman and Shane Sweetnam, managed by Jessica Kürten, finished runners-up in the five-star League of Nations in Ocala, Florida.

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Published 23.03.2026

Drawn sixth of ten teams, Ireland made a strong start and led at halfway on zero.

In round two, with all three scores counting, Ireland added eight faults. A flawless performance from Germany secured them victory, while Ireland finished second ahead of Belgium on 12 faults.

Ireland now sit third in the League of Nations standings ahead of the next leg in Rotterdam this June.

Runner-up finish for Ireland in Ocala NC

Published 23.03.2026

Drawn sixth of ten teams, Ireland made a strong start and led at halfway on zero.

In round two, with all three scores counting, Ireland added eight faults. A flawless performance from Germany secured them victory, while Ireland finished second ahead of Belgium on 12 faults.

Ireland now sit third in the League of Nations standings ahead of the next leg in Rotterdam this June.

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