This eventing star recently returned to competition for the first time since picking up an injury at Badminton 2019. Pippa Roome finds out why he’s so special...
Laura Collett rides Mr Bass through the Hildon Water Pond at Badminton 2019. Event horse Mr Bass – vital statistics
Age: 12Laura Collett , Nick and Lyn How and Keith and Louise Scott
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