Ireland just miss out on glory as US claim Aga Khan Trophy at Dublin Horse Show

Kenneth Fox

The 2024 Underwriting Exchange Nations Cup of Ireland at the RDS Dublin Horse Show concluded on Friday with a thrilling victory for the United States of America, who claimed the highly coveted Aga Khan Trophy.

The USA team delivered an exceptional performance in the main arena, with Ireland placing in second with just one fence between the two teams.

The Aga Khan trophy was presented by the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor James Geoghegan.

The Aga Khan Trophy, one of the most prestigious prizes in the equestrian world, has been contested at the RDS Dublin Horse Show since 1926.

Results:

1st: United States

2nd: Ireland

3rd: Great Britain

4th: Belgium

5th: Switzerland

6th: Netherlands

7th: Sweden

8th: France