AntiPuck
Well-Known Member
I watched a few showing classes at the Royal Windsor Show last week - I think these were hunters, and then senior pony and riding pony classes.
I noticed that, during their individual show sections, many of the riders had huge grins on their faces.
Obviously, this is lovely to see, but I wondered - is this part of the show itself or were they all just really chuffed to be in the ring?
Is it about looking better for the judge? A way of boosting their confidence whilst being watched? I'm very curious to know if this is a "thing" in showing or not!
I noticed that, during their individual show sections, many of the riders had huge grins on their faces.
Obviously, this is lovely to see, but I wondered - is this part of the show itself or were they all just really chuffed to be in the ring?
Is it about looking better for the judge? A way of boosting their confidence whilst being watched? I'm very curious to know if this is a "thing" in showing or not!