11/08/2006 - 9:14:36 AM
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Irish Examiner
Eight nations are competing to win the prestigious Aga Khan Trophy in the blue-riband event at the Dublin Horse Show today.
Great Britain are defending champions in the Nations Cup on the 80th anniversary of its inception.
Germany and the US are expected to provide a strong challenge, while Ireland will be continuing their efforts to avoid relegation from the elite Samsung super-league.
Ireland's top rider Jessica Kuerten, ranked 80 places higher than anyone else on the team, will not be taking part due to an on-going row with the management team.