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INterview with British rider Harry Charles


Harry Charles took his 2nd class of the day on the first day of international show jumping at the Horse of the year show at the NEC in Birmingham.

The 19 year old is competing at the event for the first time at senior level and has enjoyed a prolific year and took the NAEC Stoneleigh stakes with an inspired round in the jump off when last to go.

Charles son of London olympic team gold medallist Peter took the individual gold at the european young riders championship earlier this year.

Charles spoke to Rupert Bell after his win.