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Kilkenny rider James Dwyer has gained a place on the Irish team that travels to the Paralympic Games 2012, which will take place in London from August 30 to September 4.

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A horse bred in Johnstown, Co Kilkenny, recently competed at one of the top international equestrian competitions in the world.

A former Castledaly and Westmeath U21 fullback, whose football career was tragically cut short by a motorcycle accident nine years ago, became the world champion in para-cycling last weekend.

Carne Riding Club was blessed with glorious sunshine. Overlooking the Wexford coastline, this popular event was very well supported by riders from the South-east region and also out of region competitors, which is always a welcome sign. The cross-country was relatively strong, with a few technical skinny fences to negotiate for the open and advanced intermediate riders. The log into the water at the early end of the track caused a few mishaps across the grades.

Carne Riding Club was blessed with glorious sunshine. Overlooking the Wexford coastline, this popular event was very well supported by riders from the South-east region and also out of region competitors, which is always a welcome sign. The cross-country was relatively strong, with a few technical skinny fences to negotiate for the open and advanced intermediate riders. The log into the water at the early end of the track caused a few mishaps across the grades.

Cycling night out

•This Saturday will see the inaugural COPE Galway triathlon taking place in Salthill. The race, aimed at raising funds for the local charity, will see up to 500 competitors will test their skills and endurance over a 750 metre swim, a 20 kilometre cycle and a five kilometre run. Set against the backdrop of Galway Bay, the race is set to be a great day for competitors and spectators alike.

Oranmore showjumper Olive Clarke will be among the leading challengers in the next round of the National Premier Series Grand Prix league which takes centre stage at the Claremorris Show this weekend.

Ballinasloe’s Damien Griffin jumped to victory in round five of the Connaught Grand Prix League in Tubber on Saturday in a gripping six-horse jump-off.