Biography

Pippa Funnell’s Biography
Paperback: 352 pages
Publisher: Orion; New Ed edition (1 Sep 2005)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0752865196
ISBN-13: 978-0752865195
Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm

Pippa Funnell is the golden girl of the British equestrian scene, but it hasn’t always been so. She seemed doomed to be a “misser” in the really big competitions, but everything began to change for her in 1999 when her results, including her first European title, were excellent. But it was at the Olympics that she really came of age, where her horse, Supreme Rock, finally fulfilled his potential and they won a silver medal. Since the Sydney Olympics Pippa has gone from strength to strength, and in 2003 she firmly established herself as the top sportswoman in the UK. She won the Rolex Grand Slam, which is three four-star events: Kentucky, Badminton, and Burghley.

Reviews
‘The text gallops through Funnell’s life story with engaging candour.’ (Chris Maume THE INDEPENDENT )

‘an inspiration to those who aspire.’ (HORSE AND HOUND )

‘inspiring, mvoing and funny.’ (EVENTING )

‘A highly engaging and deeply revealing account of the life of Pippa Funnell…. an inspirational story (THE IRISH FIELD )

‘a gripping, entertaining and often touching read.’ (NFU COUNTRYSIDE )

‘The book is interspersed with funny moments, private personal moments and the inevitable lows associated with horses. It will inspire all those who read it.’ (THE SCOTTISH FARMER ) –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.