
Freddie Thompson, 16, has qualified for the Royal International Horse Show. Held in Hickstead, the prestigious event is the oldest horse show in the world.
Freddie secured his place after winning the Mixed Height Show Hunter Pony (Home Produced) Class at the British Show Pony Society's Winter Championships. He has owned Chiddock Tick Tock since the pony was three years old.Freddie beat a field of 25 in the 20 years and under category.
The accomplished rider has previously competed at the Horse of the Year Show.