TOPSPEC Equine is to sponsor up and coming Darlington-based rider Lucy Bell and her horses Miss Inca and Snow Tiger as part of its continuing commitment to the eventing world.

A student at Leeds University, Lucy has owned 11-year-old Miss Inca for three years.

The pair finished third in last year's national under-21 dressage championships and have recently moved up to intermediate level in eventing with 22 points.

They are now aiming for Hartpury, Weston Park or Gatcombe later this year and are also looking forward to this month's Derby House owner/rider final at Henbury Hall, Cheshire.

Lucy, who also competes on her 11-year-old former hunter Snow Tiger III, said: "It is great that a company such as TopSpec supports younger riders in their efforts."

Nicola Tyler of TopSpec Equine said: "We are pleased to be able to help Lucy, she is representative of many talented young riders who deserve support and encouragement.

"Knowing that your horses' nutritional requirements are met superbly gives riders extra confidence and having nutritional advice available at short notice can help to fine-tune performance.