‘Are we overcomplicating things?’

Laura Tomlinson on proposed rule changes and a summer of sport

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FIRST, I want to congratulate Becky Moody on her fantastic performances in Aachen. I was so impressed with Jagerbomb's progress since last season. His athleticism and ability to be so off the floor in the trot and canter work, while remaining in a beautiful frame, were truly worthy of their high scores.

Though the tension at the start of the test may have cost them at times, it was clear that Jagerbomb was not carrying negative tension. He was just excited to be getting on with the job – a noteworthy difference.

It makes for exciting stuff, with the European Dressage Championships ahead. Our three highest-scoring pairs could well make for a gold medal-winning team if all deliver on the day – and maybe even collect more than one individual medal.

Carl Hester has enjoyed a consistent season with Fame; Lottie Fry and Glamourdale have had some breathtaking performances and can deliver when it counts; and Becky, with Jagerbomb, is gathering momentum and confidence with each step.