Horse & Hound

Double delight from Durable

Bury Farm High Profile Show, Bucks

NIKKI BARKER’S two grand prix performances with the 12-year-old Spielberg x Tango stallion Durable were a highlight of the show. The stunning 17.2hh bay was solid in the work and impressive in its execution. Durable has rhythmic, elevated paces and is light on his feet for such a substantial horse. Nikki’s sympathetic and accurate riding was rewarded with scores of 73.33% and 72.17%.

Despite his powerful movement, “Danny” has the ability to collect,

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