TOMMY GOODY

YOU would have to go a long way to see a better winning round than that from Surrey-based Tommy Goody, aged 10, in Saturday’s 90cm class on Hardwickview Yen Man (Max). Tommy, a member of the Bisley & Sandown Chase branch of the Pony Club, has also competed his former show pony in dressage, pony racing and cross-country, but he has one ambition.

“I want to be an international showjumper,” said Tommy, who was also among the joint-winners of both 11-and-under classes.

Tommy and Max started their affiliated career last May and made the jump-off of the stepping stones final at the national championships. His latest project was backing a 138cm pony that recently jumped in his first British novice class.

“He lives and breathes ponies,” said his mother, Kimberley Bailey.

Could Tommy Goody emulate his hero John Whitaker? Watch this space...