Sarah Bullimore and her horse Corimiro lead the CCI4*-L class at the Defender Bramham Horse Trials after the first day of dressage, scoring 24.6. Bullimore described the nine-year-old Corimiro as energetic but trainable, noting his eagerness to perform well. He is the offspring of her previous competition horse, Lilly Corinne, and is considered easier to handle than his half-brother, Corouet.
The competition sees Sweden’s Louise Romeike in second place with her horse Caspian 15, scoring 27.4. Romeike highlighted the horse’s talent and improvement over the past year, particularly in dressage. Young British rider Barnie Brotherton follows in third place with DHI King Nelson, expressing confidence in their potential for further improvement.
The dressage event continues with more competitors set to perform, aiming to surpass Bullimore’s leading score. Other notable riders include Daniel Alderson and Tom Jackson, who are also in contention, showcasing a mix of experience and emerging talent in the competition.
