“An Olympic dressage rider who had the courage to do it differently.” 🙏 Because horses at the highest level are constantly placed in situations that can be deeply stressful — if they are not prepared in the right way. Busy warm-up arenas. Large competitions. Unfamiliar sounds, movement, and pressure. In those moments, talent isn’t enough. A horse needs a solid self-management system to stay calm, focused, and rideable. That’s exactly where William Matthew ran into problems with his horse Flints