Olympian William Matthew began his equestrian career on leased riding school horses at a Perth Pony Club.  Aged 17, he travelled to Europe for an equestrian gap year and 15 years later is based in Germany competing in elite level dressage.

Equestrian Hub podcast host Charlie Brister spoke to Will on a range of topics including:

• The pressure and logistics of an Olympic debut
• The benefits of working for one of the world’s best dressage riders
• Starting young horses using the Jeffrey method
• Keeping an open mind when training horses
• Where to go in Europe when you’re starting out

Image: William Matthew and Mysterious Star competing in Paris (Image courtesy FEI/Benjamin Clark).