Out of the saddle with Shane Rose - Eventing

How and when did you start riding?

I joined Pony Club when I was about 5 and stayed with it through to my ‘A’ certificate. I took part in everything, from mounted games to show jumping and eventing.

Biggest influence?

My horses

Something nobody knows about you?

I am obsessive compulsive about certain things

Favourite pastime?

Watching sport and playing golf

Favourite holiday destination?

I don’t often go on holidays, but somewhere with snow!

Superstitions?

None – as Prue Barrett always says, don’t let them own you!!!!

Favourite food and drink?

Food - Japanese

Drink – Toohey’s New

Life mantra?

Work hard, play hard 

What’s your advice to aspiring High Performance riders?

Work hard to be better than everyone you compete against