Jump Off Episode Five - Behind the scenes and highlights

Last week, on Episode Four of Jump Off, riders took their horses out to experience some low level jump days – with varying degrees of success. This week, with the aim of starting to introduce the horses to the big stage, all the competitors head up to the AQUIS Champions Tour at Elysian Fields in Queensland with their horses. This trip was also an excellent opportunity for the riders to check out the competition!

TEAM JOHNSTONE/HAYES
Things went a a bit south for Russell Johnstone and Bolivar at Boneo Park in his second round. Bolivar (Benny) got a bit spooked by some dogs outside the arena and certainly tested Johnstone’s steering skills! Poitier (Sid) however has pulled up a bit lame and Johnstone is very pleased to receive a call about another possible horse for his team – Mr O’Postrophe (Mr O). Johnstone liked his attitude and the fact he was snapping up his front legs nicely.

At Elysian Fields, Benny has a fantastic run around the 85cm track and really pleased Johnstone. Mr O also did a great job in the 90cm – 2 phase.

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