A Plus Tard, the 2022 Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, is thriving in his second career as a dressage horse under Emily Kate Robinson in Ireland. Now 11 years old, he has won prestigious titles such as the racehorse to riding horse class at Balmoral and the Dublin Horse Show, impressively beating other former winners like Native River. Emily Kate highlights A Plus Tard’s calmness in front of large crowds and his enjoyment of hacking and jumping at home, with plans to compete in the dressage Ireland national championships and possibly try side-saddle.

The horse remains a beloved figure in the equestrian community, bringing joy to many through his versatility and charm. Rachael Blackmore, who rode him to his Cheltenham victory, recently participated in a demonstration on him at Dublin, supporting the charity Festina Lente. Emily Kate emphasizes A Plus Tard’s special nature, describing him as “one in a million” and expressing a desire to continue advancing his dressage career while keeping him active and happy.