Louise Robson was 15 years old when she began riding one of the Queen of England's retired racehorses named Mister Glum. The gelding quickly became the specific reason Robson decided to make horseback riding her life's work.
Robson credits Glum with getting her through some difficult high school years, when she lacked confidence in herself and was too fearful to ride.
Robson and Glum grew up together; Glum gave Robson courage in all areas of her life, including riding. The duo was together through high school and college, then traveled to Germany to train with Monica Theodorescu, a three-time Olympic gold medalist.
When Robson left Germany to return home to England, she created her business Thoroughbred Dressage.
Robson now has a few of Her Majesty's horses, including Quadrille, Prince's Trust, and Forth Bridge. Though she and the Queen haven't exchanged phone numbers, the Queen does ask after her horses regularly and shares stories about the horses as they have grown. Robson notes that their soundness and happiness are the Queen's top priorities.
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