Shearwater Insurance Tri-Star Grand Slam returns

With the competitions positioned throughout the UK Eventing calendar it is hoped it will offer many riders the opportunity to compete and be part of the series. In turn creating a thrilling and challenging competition for spectators and riders alike.

Shearwater Insurance has a long history of supporting the British Eventing scene and in devising last year’s £50,000 prize fund, it was hoped it would support the dedicated owners and riders, as well as raising the profile of the sport.

Stuart Buntine from BEDE Events commented:

“It is exciting to have Shearwater Insurance back supporting the Tri-Star Grand Slam. The continued support from Jeremy and his team at Shearwater Insurance is much appreciated by all in the sport.  We are all looking forward to some exciting competitions.”

Joining this exciting competition for the first time is NAF Five Star Hartpury International who have become a favorite fixture over the years among many event riders. Event Director Philip Cheetham said:

“We are thrilled to have come on board this year to be part of the Shearwater Tri-Star Grand Slam. It is a unique and challenging competition offering up a really fantastic prize pot, for the rider who can prove their consistency throughout the season. As the last venue in the series we imagine it could make our event an even more nail biting moment in the Eventing season calendar.”

Again riders are thrilled to see the return of the competition, with the UK’s number 1 event rider Oliver Townend, who won two legs of the series last year commenting:

“It is great to have another big money competition available for us event riders to compete in. Eventing is a challenging sport and I am grateful to Shearwater Insurance for supporting this series and recognising the dedication and work that goes into performing at these competitions. It will certainly be a strong motivator for the upcoming season.”