DRESSAGE GONE WRONG SHOW VLOG | OT Vlog

This year's national championships wasn't quite what I hoped for but... we still pulled some positives from the day!
I packed so much into this vlog so I really hope you enjoy it!
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[@edwinahicks5010]

First thing Hats off to you Olivia for sticking to the end of the test and not retiring. Sausage looked absolutely stunning as you were preparing to go in, he really has that impressive, look at me, quality about him. You did everything you could to prepare him for the class but it is a partnership , and on this day the occasion got to Sausage. It’s so disappointing as you know he’s capable of doing a great test. Just to get to the finals is a big achievement. I always think a lot of the top horses have a bit of spirit about them. Your comments at the end of the video are encouraging to hear. It’s a tiny blip in the scheme of things. Concentrate on your goal of getting to Grand Prix, that’s when you are both going to shine. Thank you so much for doing the vlog.

[@colleen867]

You are so amazing, and really inspiring (which is kind of funny since you are two years my junior!). You really did ride that absolutely wonderfully, and obviously its frustrating, but you showed such grace and a beautiful balance between allowing yourself to be frustrated and not letting it define you (or Wilfred). Which is truly amazing. Like you said this just may be how he is, and sometimes he's going to have a show where he just can't keep it together, but oh man did you do great with it! Thank you for taking us on your journey with you and all of your amazing horses

[@gigracer]

So great to see you cope so well with a stressful and disappointing experience in such a positive way. Either that, or those calming cookies worked really well for you 🤣 It’s fantastic that you’re able to step back and recognise all the things you did well and to the best of your ability, whilst not stressing over things that were out of your control. You appear to be much happier in yourself and more confident. I hope that taking some time to yourself is something you keep incorporating into your routine so that you can stay in a good head space.

[@emilieguillon-equitation421]

Absolutly 😄😄

[@debroo2128]

Beautifully put Gig Racer 🙂👍

[@trabash505]

Also, are we all just going to gloss over the fact that Olivia is having to ride right next to Charlotte Dujardin?? 🤣🤣🤣

[@horses4lifevlogs330]

Tara Barbato I’d be so distracted and be shouting “ OMG CHARLOTTE HEYYY “ cuz I love charlotte she is amazing

[@debbielawrence6823]

I heard that as well. Very tough moment that.

[@TheNextDoorGirl1]

Olivia: "Well, I learned a lot and want to stay really positive." Her mom: "I paid a lot of money for that stupid animal to act a fool!" 😂🤦‍♀️😊

[@luemun]

lool 😂

[@s-9889]

I laughed so hard 😂

[@lizsteeds6697]

Olivia doesn't have any money worries ... she can fall back on her parents largesse. Economic stressors can prevent lots of riders from fulfilling their dreams and from being able to indulge in a wonderful equestrian lifestyle like Olivia . She has a perfect environment to pursue her dressage dreams on the beautiful lifestyle property her parents own ... equipped as it is with an indoor arena, stable block, turn out paddocks and huge horsetruck with all the bells and whistles. She doesn't have to work a 9 - 5 job (non-equine related obviously) like most other young adults ... and it is only through her parents wealth that she has managed to gear up for life as a 'professional' equestrienne. Branding herself and monetising her channel is on the back of all that. What a lucky young woman ... so I find her vlogs a wee bit self indulgent, navel-gazingesque and out of touch with the realities of trying to ride and own horses and compete without the safety net and incredible practical support of someone like her Mother. (does she have a 9 - 5 job that is not her equine business I wonder? I doubt it ) That help, along with the total economic support of both her parents facilitated by their hard graft who, without question, have made enough money to enable her to pursue her equine dreams without the hard economic realities of life interfering, make Olivia's concerns seem very adolescent and angst-ridden. It is hard not to be jelly ... I had to sell my horse because my parents couldn't afford to keep him and I had been horsemad since I was 6. Lived and breathed it ...

[@luemun]

@@lizsteeds6697 we're all born into families with different material means and we face different challenges in life. A child born into poverty and starvation would be endlessly grateful to be given your life or mine, even if our parent couldn't afford a horse for us. 🙂

[@Poetessa2]

@@lizsteeds6697 I do see your point and also can sadly relate all too well to financial issues affecting my riding growing up, it sucks and sadly that can and often does destroy dreams. I always had to work 3 times as hard as the 'wealthy kids' who had super expensive dream horses. But all that did was instill in me the need to work harder with more drive to achieve my goals, I never resented them, though. They were my friends and I was happy for them. However, Olivia takes the time to share parts of her life in her vlogs. She shares her personal pain, trials and tribulations and victories which I commend her for, even if some people may not think her pain is justified because her family has money, pain is always justified, it's universal. I don't care how much a person has, it will never make someone truly happy, nor will it make all life's troubles disappear. I should know, I was married to a very wealthy monster for 15 years!! And it was hell but it looked SOOOOO good from the outside. Lots of jealousy and nastiness there!! And MANY women ("friends") criticized me for not shutting up and being content with the mansion and the sports cars etc. There are much more important things in life. I commend her for opening up and putting herself out there on social media as she does, that takes a lot of courage, clearly. And I was truly shocked saddened when she shared that she gets attacked with nasty comments. What the hell is wrong with people?? What has she done to them to deserve the wrath of the trolls? Other than perhaps being a better rider than all the critics. Why can't people be supportive? Would it be so hard to offer a kind word or two? Words actually can affect people on a very deep level, even from strangers on the internet. I've been there myself too many times and it sucks. Jealousy is such a destructive emotion that serves no good purpose, ever. There will always be those with so much more than you and I, richer, prettier, younger, more talented etc and we can be angry and, or jealous toward those more fortunate which only succeeds in damaging others and ourselves. Or we all could try being sincerely grateful for all we do have, which is so much more than far too many in the world. Some people dream of having clean, running water, or food or a roof over their heads. It's all about perspective. And to genuinely try being happy for her, that she is one of the lucky ones able to pursue her dreams, in a unique position to be able to focus all her attention on her riding. I can honestly say she's living my lifelong dream and I don't feel one ounce of jealousy, I am genuinely thrilled for her. And why not her?? She deserves every bit of it. She works so hard and puts everything she has into her passion without taking it for granted and she's entitled to her bad days too, we all are. I too could be very jealous and bitter, I'm too sick to ride, I'm too sick to pursue the acting and filmmaking career that I worked so hard for. And I'm often too sick to have much of a personal or social life any more. Some days I struggle just to get out of bed, but when I do, I'm grateful. Other days I'm fighting for my life and when I win, I'm so grateful. But I can't afford to waste my energy on bitterness, anger or jealousy for every healthy person, or every person succeeding at one of my passions, especially those who get to ride every day, what I wouldn't do to be able to just do that!! This is her personal channel and she shares snippets of her life because she enjoys it and because there are many who are sincerely interested and supportive of her. If you have such feelings of animosity for her that compelled you to write your comment then perhaps you shouldn't watch her videos. But if you choose to, you should really think about keeping your toxic negativity to yourself. I say this not be mean or argumentative but in all sincerity, absolutely nothing good or positive can ever come of it and it''s hurtful. She has even opened up and shared how upset she gets when people write negative comments about her on social media. To me, it seems you are just trying to be hurtful out of spite and honestly, she doesn't deserve that and no one wants to read it. It doesn't cost a dime to be kind yet so many choose to be nasty but it's easy on the internet and it's like a plague. And also, it's not like she acts like one of the mindless, self-absorbed, narcissistic, talentless Kardashian twits flaunting their obscene wealth in everyone's face because that's all they've got going for them. Olivia comes across sweet, endearing, funny, humble, sensitive, grateful, and extremely talented. A few kind words can do wonders. I didn't say all this to pick a fight nor to upset you, I just felt compelled to share my thoughts on this matter. I didn't mean to write a novella. Kindest regards,

[@marogers01]

A) that little girl on that pony! B) your personal growth over the past several months is amazing. C) you really did ride that situation very well. D) Wilf is so handsome, he makes my heart smile.

[@hhequestrian5729]

Oh sausage! Olivia you rode him beautifully! All of her have off days, and in all fairness, Sausage just wanted to show off that he’s 1% away from being a Grand Prix horse with those piaffes 😂🥰❤️

[@helenlane6317]

Now that is a winner's attitude! I've watched you struggle and being hard on yourself...you got this! Seeing this and knowing you were riding greatly was a joy!!! Horses just like us lowly humans have those days. ... Just don't wanna attitude...lol.

[@megbobsbarn3]

"If someone else gets fed and he doesn't all hell will break loose." SAME.

[@thehastings5849]

I love that the song in the background for the end of your test was “I’m Like a Bird (I’ll Only Fly Away)” 😂😂😂😂. Seriously, well done Olivia for handling the test and the processing of it afterwards with SO much grace. Truly inspiring!

[@OliviaTowersDressage]

The Hastings I am so for you noticed this as in the test I was singing along laughing 😂

[@thehastings5849]

Olivia Towers Dressage 😂😂😂

[@stripeyhorsestudios7800]

I have been there honestly. An armature national dressage champ. I was so proud with how my young horse got there and handled it. We came last in the whole comp on like a 58% but it was an awful test. There will be loads of “bad comps” sometimes all we see are others successes but in the horse world that just isn’t realistic at all. It is a massive growth to recognise your own achievements and compare yourself to your last self not others. I can’t tell anyone out there enough how good it feels to genuinely be able to do that (not kidding yourself that you’re doing it) and when the first place does eventually come it is great but your self pride as a result of your own growth purely overules that. It is a process but it is beyond worth it. Well handled Olivia. I thought it was a stunning test 💖

[@kippen64]

The dressage pony was unbelievably cute. Made me think of a mini Wilfred. So good to see Laura again.

[@fleetskipper1810]

Honestly, your riding during that test was some of the best I’ve ever seen. You kept your cool, rode it out, and were tactful enough to get him back to finish the test. To me, that is the mark of a great horsewoman. If you talked to all of the Olympians in the world, each would recount days when their horses blew up, too. It’s how the rider handles it that counts. You were spectacular. Seriously.

[@camillagrassi93]

He threw piaffe passage and one tempi changes at you like "hey mom, look!! no hands"!!!

[@OliviaTowersDressage]

Camilla Grassi 😂😂😂 literally tried it all

[@trabash505]

The fun part about these super athletic and talented ones, is when they learn they can use it against you! Bwahaha!! I once had a lesson on my GP mare where all I wanted to do was trot nicely around the arena. All SHE wanted to do was passage. 45mns later, we FINALLY trotted 10 steps and I gave up for the day!!

[@horsecrazy7986]

Tara Barbato hahah

[@hannahmakinson-smith17]

Sausage reminds me soooo much if my horse because I went to my first county show and he just lost it and bucked the whole lap of honour with his head to the floor, but I wasn't upset I was happy I got through it and stayed on. You are such an inspirational person and you are so kind and funny 😂🐴🙂

[@horsecrazy7986]

Hahaha that happened to me as well I had a bucking mare all through my jumping show then lap of honour

[@clarejenkins2422]

So wonderful to see you happy and contented Olivia, you have obviously worked so hard with your healing, you're a champion. Ohhhh that naughty Sausage! Boys will be boys huh? What an overstimulating atmosphere for any rider, let alone horse!!! But I have to say that you did look bloody fantastic 😁

[@coraliesentch4515]

So many positives to come out of this show !! You handled everything like a pro ! You’re an amazing rider that’s simply beautiful to watch and as you say. Sausage is such a powerful boy and now and again he’s going to have the odd ‘blow out’ but for all of that he does some stunning work (most of the time 😬) it just makes me happy to see you genuinely happy with life again, and not being hard on yourself ! 😘🥰😍

[@hoof_lifeuk1352]

Well done Olivia, lovely to see you’re still smiling. I took my new thoroughbred to our first show last Sunday and it was a complete car crash, he was so excited and even cantered sideways out of the arena at one point. Needless to say we came last but I genuinely didn’t care, I had a blast at my first comp in 20yrs and we made it round safely and happily. The judge said well done and that I rode well despite the mishaps and I was so happy with us that I cried! It’s not always about winning or being perfect it’s about enjoying your time, learning and achieving your personal goals. Thank you for still vlogging this. X

[@showhunterchic]

Loved how you remained positive and calm dispute the disruption in your test as most of it was really good

[@jessdigitalartz923]

Can't win em all! I'm glad to see you looking and sounding genuinely happy again ❤️❤️

[@wendyshaw5658]

Well done you and Sausage. Its lovely to hear you say you took positives from that...and didn't blame your beautiful horse. Our horses aren't machines and have feelings the same as we do. First time I have seen your blog...will definitely watch more. You are so refreshing for a young rider. Stick with it....and Sausage xx

[@JB-uc5qp]

Statement of the vlog, Olivias mum says 'its feels like I've just flushed 300quid down the drain' and right on que the horse has a massive pee, Classic. I'm tempted to thumbs down this just so the hater has a friend because they are obviously lonely sad and in need of a friend. But i won't

[@debroo2128]

Love how you put this together. It gave the feel that we viewers were there and participating almost. I love how you showed the vendors and other riders and gave us a rider's eye view. Such a fun, informative and inspirational vlog. Big Kuddos to you Olivia for the strength, grace and balance you have found. Many people never find this. Your sharing provides inspiration for many who will benefit

[@codiec6986]

Absolutely fab hun .you did amazingly. You can see your confidence building. Such an inspiration. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@whitneyadams8295]

So respectable! Love how honest and encouraging your blog is. Keep riding well!!

[@arabellacarbines9765]

You are so inspiring to me since I am a younger rider and struggle with putting way to much stress on myself and finding the negatives in every situation. You have made me try and change my mindset to see the positives in every situation, which is slowly progressing throughout the year. I have to give credit to you for showing me how changing your mindset can really help you as a person. You are so amazing❤️Thankyou for everything❤️

[@Muttsrus-bk7yd]

U rode that really well Olivia, I think you are right that's just Wilf. I cannot wait to see how all the youngsters develop and grow. I just loved your updated video of your horses, its so much fun to see how they are growing.

[@lucymckeown145]

So pleased to see you are more confident as you are just such a good rider and an inspiration for emotional well being/ mental health :)

[@mbr7156]

awww...Sausage was simply having an impromptu Lipizzaner moment...

[@christinemartindale8715]

I’ve just started watching you Olivia and really enjoying your journey with your beautiful horses, you and your team are great together. Stay strong and positive you will go far well done 👍

[@vidsvlogsbylucy7922]

Wilf looked absolutely stunning as always even when he was being cheeky omg he’s amazing! You rode him with such grace and elegance u should be so proud of you two, every horse has there off moments and you are a massive inspiration xxx

[@alisonwilks302]

Bless your heart , I really hear you despite my horse journey being very different it has many similarities , not being hard on yourself is such an important lesson, if we are kind and sympathetic riders then we've done good xxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@impunitythebagpuss]

Every test is a test! You're such a good rider. Keep your chin up girl...horses are individuals for sure!

[@heaven77ish]

Wow, the only time I have seen such calm and understanding riding like this was watching Charlie Hutton on his black mare that lost a little perspective in the ring, green or over zealous in his brain but good god I hope younare proud of how you handled that moment. You sat calm, u moved or tried to move through the movements and forget the last one. Just awesome. We can all learn so much from this clip.

[@mustangsally4362]

Loved the vlog Olivia and so great to see that you are not beating yourself up mentally over what happened with sausage which I think you handled extremely well btw👌. You are truly a great inspiration for all those young riders coming through who want to follow in your footsteps and hoof prints . Looking forward to next video . Stay cool lovely lady 😎x

[@MagisterialVoyager]

What a wonderful vlog with wonderful handling to your unexpected situation. I'm quite sure I'm not the only person who draws strength and grace from your story. Thank you so much, Olivia.

[@megbobsbarn3]

"Ooo...ooo...ooo. Sausage!" Lmao. Great job and great video ♡

[@luemun]

That beautiful extended trot though 😍 and you're right, you handled that so well. Calm and still and not too hard on either you or Wilfred. You should be proud!

[@jesari1701]

Your mum is so negative. No wonder you feel bad when things don't go well. "300 quid down the drain" you don't look at it that way. Jeez oh. I'd be exhausted listening to that regularly

[@rachelsark6148]

jesari1701 she’s not negative at all.

[@theunconventionalequestria8483]

Not so much negative, more realistically making the best of a bad situation. Horses and competitions are expensive and unpredictable, you can't always win and sometimes it does feel like flushing money away. We see the support Olivia gets from her mum in every vlog, there's no need to focus on 5 seconds of a 33 minute vlog and make others feel bad with a negative comment.

[@horsegirl07]

She could’ve been joking... competing isn’t cheap and I know I’ve jokingly said that about my own shows that go down the tubes 😂

[@TeriFelixREBroker]

Her mom just wants the best for her daughter and her horse ... voicing her disappointment in the steep investment is NORMAL .. either you aren’t a mother or a horse owner. Olivia .. your mom wants the very very best for you ... she is your Best cheerleader Ever. Keep up the great work .. you inspire us all.

[@yourdailycoffeedate4990]

jesari1701 yup, imagine already feeling bad and having your own mom feeling disappointed. Next time her mom should be the one competing 🙄

[@alicewigmore8390]

My horse bucked and reared with me in the warm up of a big show so I can’t imagine how tricky it would be in the actual arena!!! I thought you handled it really well if only Dressage was marked more on the rider and not the horse 🙄 hopefully sausage behaves himself next year at nationals 😂🐴💜

[@coraliesentch4515]

Also meant to mention big ups to Libby for wanting to get out and compete again too !! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👌🏻 Does she still ride the beautiful Dexter ?

[@MrsTonySoprano]

You and your horse looked beautiful. You helped him through a big challenge. You said you felt ‘peaceful’ about it. That’s good horsemanship. Enjoy yourself and enjoy him. 💕

[@kaatjeee1997]

Wow you handled it soooo well!! Don’t know if I would’ve been so calm! You did great! I know it’s not a fun experience but you rode so well!! Love the mindset ❤️

[@vilmaarce2066]

Good for you Olivia!! You did a great job!! You are on the right path where you pick and choose your battle. Keep up the good work.

[@az_natalie]

Really enjoyed this vlog :) The test was going so well, until Wilf decided to make his own test. But you rode it so well and rode through it. And so glad you were able to be happy with yourself after his little performance. Keep that mentality up

[@stardustgalaxy17]

The fact that that little girl has accomplished so, so much in such a short amount of time at such an age makes me so self conscious about my riding now as a 24 year old being at Prelim for, like, ever 😅 Massive kudos to Abigail, though! She must have a fantastic support system and coach to get her this far! She's gonna have a very good and long career. Such a gorgeous little rider with a beautiful seat!

[@2000leeloo]

I am so tickled that I watched this video and Olivia I thought you were outstanding!!! Now I will subscribe and tune in more often... all the way from Alaska! Originally from the east coast and beautiful North Carolina and my mother and most of my relatives are from the UK. Just going to enjoy watching you and your Great mother and all your super friends!

[@eventinggin8915]

That tiny competitor is Abigail Watson. Shes in my pony club haha x

[@nadegemartin7361]

Olivia , great video.. Continue your journey , it’s the beginning of a great route & ride xxx

[@michelapoogie]

Fantastic riding!!!!! Great job Olivia 👏🏻 Sausage you have some apologizing to do to your mum and and to the Sass Queen 😂

[@aureliawissel9942]

love you :))) you handled it amazing! i think many riders would have gotten angry at their horse or something but you stayed so calm and still thought positively about this whole situation! you made an amazing change in those last three years and you can definitely be proud of yourself! 💜

[@NoThankUBeQuiet]

Always laugh if you can. Laughter keeps frustration away.

[@buckinggoodride882]

Oh silly sausage! Well done keeping your composure in such a difficult situation and I LOVE that you took the positives from it. You can do this and you did handle that very well 💪

[@amyshaw6195]

Well done for continuing! Bossed it 🙌🏼

[@karinaself4856]

Well said but horses will be horses there's only so much us riders can do. Everyone will have one of those days. 🙂

[@charmich3627]

What you say the last few minuits of your vlog was amazing it shows that no matter what, we all grow and learn to take things in stride cause that is what makes us better and open to achieving things rather then beating up ourselves and getting no where --- have fun and do well in future tests

[@kvcolliegal]

Good for you. You have a wonderful, mature attitude!! Keep up the good work!! Well done!!

[@ellies.event.ponies823]

First!!I was going to come in the Saturday but you left 🧡😂 Been waiting for this!!

[@XxShellyW13xX]

I'm sorry things didn't turn out better at the show. I suppose it just wasn't meant to be that day. You did a superb job in handling your horse and the situation. Horses are funny creatures, they have minds and ideas of their own, and sometimes it's like they have to play that one particular joke on you at the wrong time. Keep working with him, he's fantastic looking, with a beautiful expressive face. I know that you will make it back to those Nationals again, and will do better. Keep building your confidence, don't forget that that is one thing that you do transmit to your horse, so he feels it as well. I've never shown Dressage, always have wanted to learn to do it, but I rode Western pleasure. My horse always seemed to know when I was a bit unsure of myself on a particular day, and that's always when he decided he was going to have some fun and make me look silly trying to keep my composure. Silly horses! But you can't help but to love them to their very souls. Keep up the great work, and hope to see your next video again of you at the Nationals placing way higher in the levels. Good luck and hope to hear from you soon!

[@marshallchiropractic1978]

Well done!! Some amazing riding and horsemanship!

[@pipr5070]

Well done you on handling him so well. They all have their blow up days.

[@maryallen2603]

You did handle your horse in a very kind manner. Enjoyed watching and learning. Never ridden a dressage horse but I love watching. Keep working at it. Your horse had some good moments of team work of which you can be proud.

[@karenbrown614]

I am just laughing ". . . because Sausage got all 1s on his canter. . . " I watched the test and hoped not to hear a dismal and self-depricating assessment. Too many of those already online. It was refreshing to hear "Hey! I'm here. I rode well." Good for you! Being there and riding well, that's the focus. Hug your horse. He's gorgeous!!! And thanks for the positive commentary.

[@donnajeffery3136]

That is a case oh wilffy will be wilffy and it’s good to see you are not as hard on yourself like you used to be and it is good to see

[@emilieguillon-equitation421]

Are you sure those cookies have pepermint candy in them and not something else ? Maybe they made him over happy and he wanted to show off his beautifull rear ! So glad that you were able to overcome your disappointement. You probably just have to do more compétitions so that he can get used to the atmosphère. Good luck for the next one 😄👍

[@OliviaTowersDressage]

EMILIE GUILLON - Equitation he didn’t have one 😂 maybe he should have!

[@emilieguillon-equitation421]

@@OliviaTowersDressage oh yes maybe 😁😁

[@sceonabowyer9093]

So lovely to see that smile back. You couldn’t have handled it any better if you tried. Big well done xxx

[@faibishclassical]

Hi Olivia, I saw your video, and I like to give you a little advice, if you don't mind, don't do big thinks and complicated things, just do the basic correctly with minimum effort, and light hands to bring the horse to maximum relaxation mentally, for maybe one or more months, until the horse is really supple mentally, just play with him, he must tell you I want to do this, and then bring the Dressage Play into it, maybe for few steps, and then long reins for reword and relaxation. like that until he will do all of it. The most important think with any kind of riding, is for the horse to be 100% Happy, Relax, and Fit, Good Luck.

[@midge4571]

This just shows the difference between dressage and eventing , the horse reared once and it’s blown up to seem like a huge deal 😂 try missing a stride 😂😂

[@lisajames9341]

Olivia I think Mr Wilf just gave you the bird 🖕lol. Mortifying at the time but you have to have a giggle afterwards. Such a big personality. Proud of you for not retiring. 😍

[@violetmarcy7505]

I not a very confident person, but I tend to look at the bright side of my riding. It is less because of confidence and optimism, but more so because of determination. I am determined to get to Grand Prix dressage, and that makes me confident that I will succeed.

[@louiseneuwirth8249]

You’re such a amazing rider ❤️❤️

[@cottoncandy4486]

That's one educated pony, and the little rider did great.Just saying it looks freezing. Live in subtropical QLD AUSTRALIA our problem is heat and humidity Do you not have electronic scoring, that you can get on your phone straight afterwards????

[@jilldickson4352]

Oh dear it’s only a matter of time Olivia as you are very good with babies. Xx

[@ForTheLoveOfMike]

I'm surprised someone was allowed to bring a dog, a barking dog at that, to such an important competition for so many who have worked so hard. Could that barking have upset him? Well done you two! I love your attitude and commitment 💕

[@NoThankUBeQuiet]

They brought a dog too....

[@trabash505]

Well ridden despite the tension! You rode like a complete star! I'm dying to know how you scored on that extended canter? Going for it like that was quite impressive!!

[@OliviaTowersDressage]

Tara Barbato it was a 7 from most judges I think! X

[@trabash505]

@@OliviaTowersDressage Well done, truly!

[@horsegirl07]

Did you pick your own music? Love the black eye peas! Your horse is beautiful! Great job either way too! And it’s great you could still work through it, both of you. I’ve seen some horses act up and they can be brought back and focus again, yes he acted up but his brain didn’t completely leave you lol.

[@JG-mt3rp]

He put in some extra moves there! So nicely ridden though, you are brave

[@Kufalk.equestrian]

Cheers to you for finishing!!! You are such an amazing rider! 😍

[@christinebattrick9258]

Good job, very well handled!!❤

[@RachelMTaylor2]

Congratulations! You really did ride SO well!

[@brionyrose6849]

This is the first vlog of yours I've watched since the burnout video and HOLY CRAP GIRL YOU. HAVE. GROWN. SO. MUCH!!!! So bloody proud of you ❤️❤️❤️ also how bazzare you can feel pride for someone you've never met lol but HECK YES CONGRATS!! Sausage knows you're ready 😉

[@OliviaTowersDressage]

Briony Rose ♥️♥️♥️

[@tequine4138]

Can’t wait to watch 🥳💜

[@hattie2525]

Has Laura left you then?? When did that happen, I did wonder where she has been recently.

[@snickercappydo]

Tack shopping in the US is so expensive! I heard it’s priced better in Europe. Please share some links sometimes.

[@chelackie]

Loved it! The journey is the destination! Onward! )

[@jolie3490]

Did the mom at the beginning say, “Oop oop oop sausage”? 😂 that’s what I heard

[@XxGretelHorseXx]

Actually early!! 😂 Can’t wait to see this one. 😝

[@milliet311]

He rly is the coolest xx😍

[@donnasmith9939]

You guys started out so strong for him to be an idiot. Best wishes going for your goal! Greeting from Louisiana, US.

[@missmaddiemoo5085]

I love your horses and you inspire me I hope one day I could be like you 💖

[@justjaguar2314]

21:23 Charlotte Dujardin was there? Wow, you know she's a pro, she's awesome. I don't know that horse she rode there, Gio though. But hey, they probably did really good

[@caitonyx]

isnt this the same place that Your Horse Live takes place. i think it is, ive seen the arena and its huge 😂💜

[@emmapierrce4194]

we all know you came for 23:09 🤠🤠

[@snickercappydo]

My horse would be freaking out over those flapping flags! I’d probably be dead.

[@lizp3822]

I think you did very well. I love your attitude! I hope one day I can be as good as you!

[@fionajane56]

You rode so well but could your horse have a sore back?

[@christinestephenson4500]

Another good vlog really enjoyed it .keep them coming .xx

[@bluff_equine1713]

Only 5 mins in it all ready a great vlog

[@ambercurry5508]

It happens to even the best riders

[@allysmith2284]

I’m sure that was Charlottes fault 😂😂she was in the ring next to you 🤷🏻‍♀️😂

[@orangehill9353]

I don't love dressage I show jump but I do aspire to be you. You are so positive and happy love your vids