Horse & Hound's Tokyo Olympics showjumping medal predictions

The British squad has never looked stronger but there’s some serious opposition – not to mention the new format – to battle against in Tokyo, says H&H’s showjumping editor Jennifer Donald

AFTER a six-decade long barren spell, British showjumping supporters have been treated to a gold rush at recent Olympic Games, first with the team’s success in London 2012 followed by the emotional scenes of Nick Skelton being crowned individual champion on Big Star in Rio five years ago. But who are our Olympic showjumping medal predictions for Tokyo?

Well, the British Olympic showjumping team is one of the strongest squads we’ve ever seen, with three of the world’s leading riders matched with a heavyweight artillery of horsepower that has become the envy of the world.

For more key stats, plus other riders to look out for, don’t miss Horse & Hound’s ultimate guide to Tokyo, on sale Thursday 15 July

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Jennifer Donald

H&H showjumping editor

Jennifer is passionate at showjumping and her role as H&H’s showjumping editor has taken her around the world reporting from shows and interviewing riders, connections and those involved behind the scenes. Since joining H&H from BBC Sport in 2005, she has written on every subject across the equestrian sphere — from turnout rugs to stable management — and has interviewed gold medallists, world champions and winners galore. She also has first-hand experience of working in the equestrian industry as a riding instructor and yard manager.