Seven-year-old equestrian competing against the best in Australia

Alexia Thomas has been selected to represent New Zealand and compete at the Australian Arabian Youth National Championships.

She's only seven years old.

The young equestrian from Pukekohe will be part of a seven-person youth team heading to the Sydney competition at K Ranch Arena from August 31 until September 2.

While all seven participants are under 17 years old, mum Kristie Thomas says there's no doubt Alexia is the smallest in the group.

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Article written by: JAMES BAKER