Joanne Whitaker to start at Katherina Offel Sporthorses

The 29-year-old British showjumper, Joanne Whitaker has started riding for Germany's top rider, Katherina Offel. One of Great-Britain's and world's most famous equestrian families joins the team of Offel as an independent rider at home and competitions.

Last year Joanne jumped to a third place in Oliva's autumn tour in the saddle of the 9-years-old Contendro I-son, Contendro Star. With under the saddle Deja Vu V (by Arkan) she jumped to victory during the same tour.

John Whitaker's daughter competed majorly at an international 2* and 3* level.