On this episode we speak to Bertram Allen who will be the alternate rider for the Irish Showjumping Team, supported by The Underwriting Exchange, at the Paris Olympics.

Bertram speaks about his move to his now base in Germany in his teenage years and how he has built a supportive community around him that is allowing his showjumping career and businesses thrive.

Follow Bertram's journey to the games:

Instagram: @bertramallen, @ballywalterstables, @aloga_auction, @aloga_equestrian

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Website: www.bertram-allen.com

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Ireland have 9 athletes heading to the Olympics; The Underwriting Exchange Show Jumping Team of Cian O'Connor, Daniel Coyle, Shane Sweetnam and Bertram Allen, the Agria Petinsure Eventing Team of Austin O'Connor, Sarah Ennis, Susie Berry and Aoife Clark, and our individual Dressage rider, Abigail Lyle.