Harry Joslin, a nine-year-old, made history by winning the first-ever ridden bronze medal for Shetlands at the South and West Wales Shetland Pony Group Spring Show, riding his pony Rhandolf of Catchpool, also nine. This medal, awarded by the Shetland Pony Studbook Society (SPSBS), is part of a new initiative aimed at rewarding exhibitors during competitions, with both ridden and in-hand medals given to champions.

Harry and Rhandolf excelled in the first-ridden category, ultimately securing the championship. An additional highlight for Harry was outperforming his brother, Oliver, who took reserve on a pony that had previously been a finalist at prestigious shows. Their mother, Lara Joslin, expressed immense pride in their achievements, particularly as Rhandolf is a home-bred pony.

Rhandolf has a notable pedigree, being sired by the successful Brinleyview Comanchee and has previously won multiple championships in in-hand classes. Lara, who has a deep connection with Rhandolf since his birth, hopes that his recent gelding will make him a strong contender for future ridden classes with her sons.