TSHA Classes Continue at the NSW State Titles in Canberra

Tara Madgwick - Monday October 21

Wild winds might have put a damper momentarily on the NSW State Showjumping Championships at Canberra last weekend but there was still plenty of action in the main rings with thoroughbreds proving their worth in the latest round of Thoroughbred Sport Horse Classes.

Colleen Brook rides Double the BankThe Group I Final class over 1.20m went the way of seasoned campaigner Double the Bank, who has been a regular partner in the open junior classes for Tori Cureton in recent years and is a thoroughbred with serious jumping talent.

The 14 year-old was ridden here by veteran showjumper Colleen Brook, who is keeping the saddle warm for Tori, who will take back over the ride for Australian Championships at Boneo Park next month.

Below all the results from Canberra with 14 year-old Kinjite gelding Street Wise a dual winner of both the Slipper and Group III classes for Robyn Parker.



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