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Shane Sweetnam is a distinguished Irish show jumper known for his significant contributions to equestrian sports.
Key Achievements:
- Early Career:
- Began riding at age five in Cork, Ireland.
- Competed in his first Grand Prix at 16.
- Graduated with an IT degree from the University of Limerick in 2004.
- Moved to the U.S. to work with Olympic veteran Margie Engle.
- International Competitions:
- 2017 European Championships: Contributed to Ireland’s team gold and placed eighth individually.
- 2020 Tokyo Olympics: Represented Ireland in show jumping.
- 2023 European Championships: Secured team silver and ranked 13th individually.
- Notable Victories:
- 2021: Won the first five-star Grand Prix of the year at the Wellington Equestrian Festival.
- 2023: Achieved his first World Cup victory and won the five-star 1.60m Grand Prix in San Miguel de Allende.
- Recent Performances:
- 2024: Competed in the Rolex IJRC Top 10 Final, marking his debut in this prestigious event.
Shane Sweetnam’s dedication and consistent performances have solidified his reputation in the international show jumping arena.