Brought up in Perth, Western Australia, Clayton has made Wiltshire the base for his very successful assault upon the International eventing scene. Married to fellow top class eventer, Lucinda, Clayton’s approachable personality means that he frequently acts as a rider representative at events of all levels, and is a valued trainer across the world.

Part of the Australian Elite Squad, Clayton’s current top ride, Ben Along Time, has helped him to clinch many major international titles, including Rolex in Lexington CCI**** 2007, Saumur CCI*** 2006, Chatsworth CIC*** 2006 and the 2005 Eventing World Cup. Clayton also partnered Ben Along Time at the World Equestrian Games in Aachen 2006 to come 2nd.

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More about Clayton...
Name: Clayton Fredericks 

Nationality: Australian 

Date of Birth: 17/11/1967 

Currently Based in: Wiltshire, UK 

Web site: www.teamfredericks.com  

Horses competing in 2007: Ben Along Time, WP in Limbo, Nullabor, The Frog, Dunges Laurent Rose, Poilu, Master Felix, Vandiemen, Master Q 

Highlight of career to date: Winning Rolex CCI 4* in Lexington 2007 on Ben Along Time.

All time favourite horse and why: Ben Along Time – bought him as a 4 year old so had him a long time. He has a great nature and attitude, a real winner.

What do you enjoy most about eventing? It has enabled me to get out of Perth and travel the world. It’s a great lifestyle.

Favourite Toggi product and why? Vent air hat – very comfortable, never had a hat before that you can wear with no discomfort

Do you have any advice for a budding eventer? Be prepared for a lot of disappointment before you get any glory

Do you ever get nervous? Yes

Do you do anything for luck before a competition? No

Other hobbies / interests? Sing in a band. Anything hi-tech or gadgets! 

Who is your hero/person you most admire and why? HEATHER GRAHAM

All time favourite film? White men can’t jump

Name and breed of your very first pony/horse? Teddybear – 14 hand bay, mixed breed

What age were you when you started riding? 8

If you hadn’t become a rider, what career would you have chosen? Trained as a builder / property developer. Would like to be a rock ‘n’ roll legend!

What is your favourite meal? Thai food – never get it as Lucinda can’t stand it!

Finally, how does it feel to be a member of Team Toggi? Good, very privileged