Richard Spooner (equestrian)
Richard Spooner is an internationally successful equestrian. He competes in the sport of show jumping on the West Coast of the United States and in Europe. In June 2006 at Spruce Meadows, he cleared the $1-million mark, the 10th rider to reach that milestone in the show's history.
In 2010 Spooner was featured in the television series A Rider's Story along with fellow Grand Prix show jumper Ashlee Bond.
Read more about Richard Spooner (equestrian): Winning Grand Prix Horses, Major Career Wins and Achievements
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