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Grand National horse trainer denies assaulting man

Nelli Bird
BBC News
Athena Richard Evan Rhys Williams pictured leaving Cardiff Crown Court. He smiles through the sunshine, squinting slightly. He has grey short hair and wears a navy suit, white shirt and navy tie. Athena
Grand National horse trainer, known as Evan Williams, denies seriously assaulting a man

A Grand National horse trainer has denied seriously assaulting a man.

Richard Evan Rhys Williams pleaded not guilty to two charges of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and inflicting grievous bodily harm to Martin Dandridge on 4 December last year in Llancarfan, Vale of Glamorgan.

Mr Williams, 54 and known as Evan, of Llancarfan, spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and enter his pleas during a brief hearing at Cardiff Crown Court.

He was released on conditional bail until his trial on 3 March 2026.