John Whitaker is one of the most decorated showjumpers in the history of the sport, winning more than 20 championship medals including team silver at the Los Angeles Olympics. The 69-year-old is married to Clare and is based near Huddersfield in his native West Yorkshire.

John Whitaker riding Argento to win the Santa Stakes at Olympia Horse Show
Argento during The Horsezone Santa Stakes (Class 5) at The London International Horse Show at Olympia in London, UK on 16-22 December 2014
David Broome and Harvey Smith were my idols growing up. When I started competing at the bigger shows, they were at the top of the sport, so they certainly inspired me. They were both brilliant in different ways, so I used to watch and learn what I could from them – and many other top […]