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Derbyshire Horse Wins International Supreme Champion
28 Jan
Summary
- Roly, a 16-year-old gelding, secured supreme champion at London International.
- He overcame a past of multiple owners to find his 'forever home'.
- Roly won the in-hand class, judged on conformation and condition.
A 16-year-old gelding named Roly, originally sold as a foal, has achieved supreme champion status at the London International event. Roly's journey is remarkable, having passed through seven different owners before finding his 'forever home' near Matlock in Derbyshire with Clare Blaskey in 2024. Blaskey, an experienced horse owner, acquired Roly for leisurely rides, never anticipating such a prestigious win.
More than 2,500 horses competed in London across various classes. Roly, who had previously won a national championship, entered the in-hand competition. This class involves leading a horse from the ground rather than riding, with judging based on conformation, movement, and condition. Roly, whose show name is Ranchella Rolex, emerged victorious against 17 other horses, earning the champion title with handler Claire Howie.
Clare Blaskey expressed her delight, stating it was a dream come true to see Roly crowned supreme champion. She highlighted that older horses have much to offer and that Roly has become a cherished companion. Roly's prize for his exceptional performance was described as "tonnes of treats."
