Well known all over the world, Tommy Wade shot Ireland to the top echelons of the world showjumping stage with his exploits on the legendary Dundrum in the 60's, Tommy later went on to be Chef d'equipe of the Irish National Team during the country's golden age, he trained race horses for 30 years, and many stars graduated from his Tipperary base, including the 1983 Aintree Grand National winner, West Tip. Brian Purcell spoke to the Tippeary native following his award at the 2013 Showjumpers Awards Ball and the Showjumpers Club Chairman, James Kernan gave us an insight into the man.
