last updated on August 14, 2009 18:01

Charlie Sawyer and Up To Date IV enjoyed two victories at the Southern Regional Championships, Oldencraig Equestrian Centre, 8 – 9 August 2009.

Sawyer rode his own Dutch-bred Obelisk gelding to head both the Preliminary and Novice Restricted classes with scores of 71.67% and 71.95% respectively.

“He’d done nothing when he came to me but he’s taken to dressage like a duck to water,” said Sawyer, who’s owned the 7 year old for just over a year.

“He’s a very talented horse with a good temperament and he’s great to compete – he’s even better at a show than he is at home. At shows he looks to me for confidence and gives a great feel in the arena.”

“Over the next few weeks, we’ll spend time working at home tidying up a few things. I’ll keep him safe and sound and might take him out a couple of times before the Nationals.”

Another high scorer was Rebecca Morris with Jenny Green’s Zolansky. They headed the Novice Open with an impressive 75.12%, a clear 5% ahead of their nearest rival. Last month, Zolansky won the Shearwater Young Dressage Horse 5 year old Championship ridden by Gemma Green.

The full list of winners is as follows:

BETA Preliminary
Charlie Sawyer and Up To Date IV, 71.67%

Dodson & Horrell Novice Restricted
Charlie Sawyer and Up To Date, 71.95%

Dodson & Horrell Novice Open
Rebecca Morris and Zolansky, 75.12%

Stretch & Flex Elementary Restricted
Sam Penn and Coco De Cara, 67.47%

Stretch & Flex Elementary Open
Georgie Somerset and Diamant L, 71.31%

Biotal Medium Restricted
Emma Whittaker and Gaylord George Michael, 67.52%

Biotal Medium Open
Andrew Gould and Korenbloem Varisto, 71.62%

Martin Collins Advanced Medium Restricted
Richard Black and High Hoes Dajana, 69.51%

Martin Collins Advanced Medium Open
Gemma Green and Legamento, 69.04%

Jeffries Saddlery Prix St Georges
Hannah Butcher and Saiko STV

Bates Saddles Intermediaire I
Matt Hicks and Highmark, 66.32%

For the full results click here.