THE DERBY PERSPECTIVE
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By Dayle Mallinson | Photos by T&B Images
From my view point up in the box, streaming the 2016 Kawena Derby live for the first time; the Bob Charter arena and its surrounds were buzzing with energy as horse lovers from all over South Africa gathered for the biggest equestrian event on the calendar.
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he Derby is an institution in its own, showcasing the very best horse and rider talent in nearly all the disciplines, and this was the day that everyone equestrian had been waiting for patiently.
All were on their feet in the stands as the Ode to the Horse was read over the sound system and one cannot help but get goosebumps as the grandstand erupted into the South African anthem. An astounding line up of South Africa’s best show jumpers walked the course in front of their fans. Derby newcomers, like young schoolgirl Cayleigh Triggol and eventer- turned showjumper Graham Winn strode across the arena with