In May Olympic Gold Medalist Wendy Schaeffer approached me with her fund raising idea of an auction for a commissioned portrait for their up-coming event I was only too pleased to help. Having been a competitor myself in the past, I was keen to get involved in such a high profile event. I was thrilled to be invited as a guest of the committee for the final days competition on which the auction would be held.
The Hospitality Marquee & portrait commission
It was a searing day with record breaking temperatures for the time of year, but it didn't break the spirit of the horses or riders who maintained their composure to produce an exciting competition. With three Olympic Gold Medalists vying for the top prize, the final day of competition proved to be an enthralling spectacle.
The fund raising auction was supported by an enthusiastic crowd and with spirited bidding my donation of the portrait commission was won by a generous supporter of Eventing SA, with all proceeds being used for the event and supporting the Olympic bid of our world class riders.
We wish the team all the very best for the FEI World Equestrian Games in 2010.
A cool competitor in searing temperatures
