Dutch team trainer Tineke Bartels has selected the team that will represent The Netherlands at the 2016 European Pony Championships in Vilhelmsborg, Denmark, on 17 - 21 July 2016.
The Dutch pony team candidates appeared in front of the team trainer at a final observation trial held during the 2016 Dutch Dressage Championships in Ermelo, The Netherlands, on Friday 15 July 2016.
The Netherlands will be represented by:
- Zoë Kuintjes - Elin’s Nonsisdador
- Kim Noordijk - Brasil
- Daphne van Peperstraten - Wonderful Girl (reserve pony Don Camillo du Bois)
- Jitske Prosman - Charina du Bois
Marten Luiten and Movie Star are the reserve combination.
"We had a final observation in the surroundings of the Dutch Championships," said Tineke Bartels. "Under this pressure and in such an impressive surrounding they performed strongly. It gives hope for the European Championships. Zoe and Daphne both have competed at the Europeans before and bring experience to the team. We are definitely aiming for a medal but will have to ride hard as the competition is great."
Photo © Astrid Appels
Related Link
Eurodressage Coverage of the 2016 European Pony Championships