Dressage talent Ellie Davis, 12, qualifies for championships

Ellie Davis, 12, from Upton, won the Area 14 Pony Club Dressage Championships Qualifier on Sunday, June 7, with a remarkable performance.

Her victory guarantees her participation in the upcoming Pony Club Championships this August.

Twelve-year-old dressage star Ellie Davis has qualified for the Pony Club Championships. (Image: True To You Photography)

Ellie was drawn to ride fourth in a highly competitive field and achieved an impressive score of 76.5 per cent, which remained unbeaten throughout the day and secured her the top spot.

Competing in the Intermediate section due to her success in British Dressage competition, Ellie is required to compete against significantly older and more experienced riders, making her latest achievement even more impressive.

Earlier this season, Ellie and her pony Fenmere Dominic played a key role in their team’s success at the Inter County Challenge at Bicton, Devon.

Having stepped up to a higher squad level, they delivered a winning performance against strong regional competition, scoring in the 90 per cent on both days.

Ellie’s talent has also been recognised on a regional level.

She has been selected to represent British Dressage South & West as part of the regional squad competing at the Inter Regional Championships at Kelsall Hill, Cheshire, later this month.

She has also progressed forward for Home Nations selection, with final selections due to take place at the end of July.

With qualification for the Pony Club Championships secured and several major opportunities ahead, Ellie continues to establish herself as one of the most promising young dressage riders in the region.

Reflecting on her recent success, Ellie and her supporters are looking forward to the challenges ahead as she prepares to compete against some of the country’s leading young riders throughout the summer.