Mr. Ger O'Neill:

I used to event up to a world cup level. Events around the country have a different structure. For example, they do not need the same facilities as us because many of their events are held on grass. However, they definitely need a greater prize fund. For the first time, Irish riders on Irish horses have won medals at a very high level. We have been exporting many of our best horses around the world. For 19 years, they have been number one in eventing. As such, eventers are like showjumpers in that they need more money. A greater prize fund is something that they could do with as much as facilities.