Career
In 2008, Tinney competed in Europe in an attempt to make selection for the Beijing Olympics. He also came 7th with Ari de Gwaihier. The Australian International 3 day event is one of only 6 CCI**** competitions in the world and the only one in the Southern Hemisphere.
Some of Tinney"s most successful horses include Jeepster, Tex, Ava, Carrera, Boxter, Panamera, Ari de Gwaihier, Vettori, Oroton and Tallyho Sambucca.
He was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame in 2003.