Boyd Martin is one of several top equestrians that will be competing this week in the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event at the Kentucky Horse Park.

The Australian-born rider has been around the world and has won or placed near the top in several equestrian events. Nothing, however, could prepare him for the difficult challenges that have faced both he and his family this past year.

“I feel like I can deal with anything now,” says Martin. “Any problem I’m facing now seems minute compared to some of the things I’ve had to deal with lately.”