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Five special horses from Robert Oliver’s spectacular showing career

The equestrian community has been devastated to hear that legendary showing producer Robert Oliver has passed away at the age of 80.

Robert — whose career in the saddle spanned some 70 years — posted 29 Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) section championships, 23 Royal International (RIHS) championships and six supremes at both HOYS and the RIHS.

As we remember the ‘ultimate showman’, here is a look back at five of his special horses who he rode in the spotlight.

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Article written by: Alex Robinson

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