Main showman Colin Tibbey formally retired from the display ring on the Royal Welsh Iciness Truthful (27-28 November) after a occupation spanning over 50 years.
Colin marked his ultimate day trip as an in-hand skilled in wonderful taste, via completing reserve Welsh segment B champion dealing with Sandy Anderson’s yearling colt Thistledown Kingfisher.
“It did really feel a little surreal, after appearing for some 50 years,” stated Colin, who runs the Lacy Stud together with his circle of relatives, together with spouse Sarah. “I determined it was once time to head out whilst I used to be nonetheless ready to make that selection. I nonetheless have an enormous quantity of enthusiasm for Welsh ponies, and I am hoping to hold on breeding — my past love and primary interest — in addition to judging.”
Colin has reigned over the Welsh pony circuit for many years. He first joined the Welsh Pony and Cob Society in 1965 and he has since treated dozens of Royal Welsh winners and more than one segment champions. He has certified 25 instances for the in-hand ultimate ultimate at Horse of the 12 months Display (HOYS) with both Welsh segment A or B ponies. He received the HOYS in-hand ultimate ultimate with Welsh segment A Pinewell Dollars Fizz two years at the trot, in 2008 and 2009, and in 2016 with Welsh segment B Moelgarnedd Stadross.
He produced a bunch of different prolific ponies throughout his occupation, making legends out of a lot of them. One such pony was once the overdue Welsh segment A stallion Blackhill Picalo, a two-time HOYS finalist himself and the sire of Pinewell Dollars Fizz.
“It’s so exhausting to pick out essentially the most particular pony as I’ve labored with many, but when somebody had a gun to my head I’d select Picalo,” stated Colin. “He was once an excellent pal to me and he received the entirety there was once to win. He has additionally been an incredible sire, leaving his mark at the breed as a stock-getter. He’s a legend and I’m fortunate that our paths crossed.”
Like many Welsh fanatics, Colin can’t doubt the instance of the Royal Welsh, however he’s similarly keen on HOYS and the Royal Highland.
“The ambience at HOYS is like no different, however the Highland could also be a favorite of mine from an enjoyment perspective,” he stated. “I believe fortunate to have skilled the displays I’ve achieved, and I’m thankful for the entire particular moments alongside the way in which with the ponies.”
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