Zara on the road to glory (... thanks to Mike Tindall's training and Robbie Williams's singing)

From: Mail on Sunday | Date: July 9, 2006| Author: | Copyright information

ZARA PHILLIPS has revealed how her rugby star boyfriend Mike Tindall is training her to become a world champion horse rider.

In her frankest interview ever, the Queen's granddaughter tells how Tindall is playing a vital role in her efforts to add the world three-day eventing title to her two European gold medals.

Not only is he preparing a fitness programme to ensure Zara arrives at the competition in Aachen, Germany, next month in peak condition, but England's World Cup-winning star has also been handing out tips about her riding style.

'I need to get fitter,' admits 25-yearold Zara. 'At ...