Chesney best in Helsinki

IRELAND'S Jessica Chesney ended the Helsinki International Horse Show in triumph last night with victory in the Grand Prix with…

IRELAND'S Jessica Chesney ended the Helsinki International Horse Show in triumph last night with victory in the Grand Prix with Diamond Exchange.

The 26 year old Chesney, from Co Antrim, went clear in 41.34 seconds, which was 2.3 seconds faster than second placed Eric Van der Vleuten, from Holland, riding Vink Especiale.

Chesney's Irish squad colleague, Trevor Coyle, took fourth place after incurring a three faults refusal with Cruising.

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