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Charlotte Dujardin: A Story of Success, Controversy
Charlotte Dujardin, a name synonymous with elegance and excellence in the equestrian world, now finds herself at the heart of a controversy that has cast a shadow over her illustrious career. The recent video circulating on social media has sparked heated debates and harsh criticisms, leaving us to ponder: are
COMMUNITY MEMBER IN FOCUS
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Am I an Inspiration?
For many in the disability community, the statement “you are such an inspiration” for trying to live a normal life
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An interview by Aoife Brady with the founder and owner of Derryham Stables, Nicola Clarke
Who are you? Tell us little about yourself and your interests? My name is Nicola & I was born and
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Weekly RoundUp with Sarah Kelly Drake
Getting to do the weekly round is a real pleasure for us here at the grassroots gazette. For me this
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An Interview with Jackie O’Donoghue Art
Hi Jackie – your artwork is absolutely incredible- regardless of what it’s of – the details are so realistic and
INDUSTRY CHAMPION
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Getting to know Botanica International – Business in Focus Special Feature
We are back doing our special features here at The Grassroots Gazette, and we are super excited to start interviewing
THE UNDERDOG STORY
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HSI’s Missed Opportunity – A Lack of Representation in a Critical Year
Once again, divisions within Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) and its affiliated bodies threaten to hinder progress in the equestrian industry.
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Bienvenue en 2024 – The Paralympics Paris Series with Angela Lyons
Today we start another new article series this time covering the Paralympics in Paris and this wonderfully innovative series is
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The Little Pony with big ambition!
Do you ever just look at someone, or something and just get overwhelmed with love? Just look at them whilst
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Equestrianism – Are we nearing the end of a sport?
The world is currently rocked from the recent release of a video exhibiting clear animal abuse.. and I’m not going
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Beyond the Headlines: Charlotte Dujardin’s Actions and the Importance of Equine Respect
The equestrian community is currently facing a critical moment following the recent revelations about Charlotte Dujardin. The video that surfaced
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My first month in the States
Hey everyone! I recently moved from Waterford in Ireland, to Pennsylvania in the US and asked if anyone would want
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Megan Harris’ Journey at The TRI Grassroots Championship with Eventing Ireland
Megan Harris, a 20-year-old event rider from Cork, has always been passionate about horses. Balancing her time between riding out
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The Grassroots Producer Series with Oonagh O’Brien
Next up in the Producer Series, I have a chat with Richie O’Hara – again a well-known figure in the
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An Exciting Outlook for the TRI Equestrian Grassroots Championship Programme 2024
This weekend in Ballindenisk, the TRI Equestrian Grassroots Championship Programme 2024 promises to be a remarkable event, filled with excitement,
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The Grassroots Eventing Champs.
‘The TRI Equestrian Grassroots Championships aims to give a platform for our incredible Grassroots members, those competing at EI80 to
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The Grassroots Championship: A winners perspective.
The Grassroots Championship is an event that brings together the best of community spirit and competitive excellence for grassroots riders