4 year old rider on t.v. this morning

[arkov]

did anyone see the 4 year old on breakfast bbc this morning... are there many 4 year olds that ride that well...?

 

[dollface]

i saw it but was in the gym so couldnt hear it

 

[angiebaby]

Yes I saw it, he was really good, I loved his little pony Pickles

 

[Shilasdair]

Well, I've taught in riding schools, and he's not that unusual, IMO.
Seems like a nice little boy though.
S

 

[kombikids]

i posted in the news section and to be honest whilst hes good hes not a prodigy as he being described. they said he has won 25rosettes so far, although i am not a showing bod you can get a wodge of cash get a decent show pony stick a kid on it win some prizes.Although saying that that pony looked really lovely. Its good exsposure for the sport (and his sponsors!) too!

 

[dufffy]

i was cantering and jumping by 4 with no lead think i just picked it up quick though and had a good pony

 

[kbsaff]

think i spent more time on my arse than the pony at 4!

 

[u04elw2]

I was riding at 4.5, jumping by 5. Definitely down to good instructors and good ponies

 

[carthorse]

I thought it was one of the loveliest ponies I have seen,good luck to him .

 

[trundle]

Didn't see the programme but saw the phots of him when it was discussed before. He looks a cute little kid and the pony seems very sweet and willing - a combination like that will always do well in the show ring. He seems a good little rider, I dont know if I'd got as far as calling him a prodigy, but I hope he carries on enjoying himself.

 

[Cuffey]

I taught a 3yo at Pony Club, very serious and determined doing rising trot etc
At that time as competent as most 6yo in his ride, but again super obedient narrow pony--very safe
He left PC at 11/12 to BSJA ponies--they would be bought cheap and sold at profit Now earns a living backing and bringing horses on BSJA, not a top name but regularly placed on the circuit