The Irish Young Riders and Juniors both lie in first place after day one of the 2022 FEI Jumping European Championship in Oliva. After a remarkable opening morning’s action, James Kernan’s Juniors lead the way in the competition with a total of 3.67 points, with Belgium in second and Poland in third ahead of the Nations Cup today. Individually, Francis Derwin lies in first place after a clear round on Ahg Whiterock Cruise Down (ISH), with Niamh McEvoy also impressing on Templepatrick Welcome Limmeric (ISH), leaving her in third place. Capping off the incredible opening session for the Irish was another superb round of jumping from Tom Wachman on Lazzaro Delle Schiave (MIPAAF) and Kernan’s team can dare to dream of golden glory. “I couldn’t have asked for any more from the team today, it was unbelievable,” a delighted Kernan said. “It was a little concerning that Niamh had to […]
