Izzy Taylor
IZZY Taylor could not hide her disappointment after being forced to pull out of the Great Britain equestrian team for Rio.
The 33-year-old, from Aynho, near Banbury, was set to compete at her first Olympics after being selected last week.
But an injury to her horse Allercombe Ellie has forced the combination to withdraw and Taylor has been replaced by first reserve Pippa Funnell.
She said: “I’m really gutted and sorry for the owners and my support team.
“I wish Pip and all the team the best of luck out in Rio.”
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