dawn chorus

"On the plus side, better weather is more inviting for us to get out and enjoy the spring. Dawn chorus is at its peak at the minute and calm, warm mornings are perfect for enjoying it! " says Jon Carter of the BTO.

Paris saw a reunion between Baker and Dawn Chorus, who she has ridden for five years including to team gold at the 2020 Paralympics in Tokyo.

The 34-year-old described the balance of sport and motherhood as being like “having a million tabs open on your computer”, but praised her support team and her horse Dawn Chorus – who she calls Lottie.

Baker’s score of 73.167 on Dawn Chorus saw her finish third, as world number one Rebecca Hart took gold for USA on Floratina with 77.900, while silver went to Dutch rider Rixt van der Horst on Royal Fonq with 76.433.

"I'm not as fit as I was in Tokyo, I'm juggling being the best mum I can be and the best athlete I can be," said Baker, who scored 73.167 on Dawn Chorus.