Susie Artes and Zamiro are the only ones to answer Danny Foster's questions and nail the $30,000 Memorial Day Classic Grand Prix (Flying Horse Photography) Los Angeles, CA - Susie Artes delighted the crowd and dismayed the competition when she put in the only fault-free round to win the $30,000 Memorial Day Classic Grand Prix in grand style. “It was great to come back and win another grand prix after I won the $50,000 LA International Grand Prix in the fall,” Susie commented....

Woodside, CA – Matt Brown punctuated a memorable weekend at the Woodside Horse Trials by winning the Horse division of the Preliminary Challenge on Che Landscape (32.4) and finishing fourth on Happenstance (36.0), while Kiera Carter rode Corinthoz to first place (32.0) in the Rider division. Professional’s Choice and Equine Insurance of California were the Presenting Sponsors of the Woodside Preliminary Challenge. The Preliminary Challenge reached an exciting climax in the...

Devon, PA - This year's slogan could have been "keep calm, and drive on." This year, unfortunately, the weather was not entirely conducive to a traditional Devon pleasure drive. Typically the carriage drive begins in the fields at St. David's church before traversing a four and a half mile path through the residential neighborhoods with judging in the Dixon Oval concluding the event. Due to unusual inclement weather, including significant rain, this year's pleasure drive began at...

Tori Colvin and Don Juan (The Book Llc.) Devon, PA - Everywhere you looked, riders under the age of 18, known as "juniors," were collecting ribbons Saturday at Devon. The morning kicked off with handy hunter classes. Like all junior hunter classes at Devon the horses in this division were divided into different sections. The first division is by height. Large hunters are 16 hands and over and small hunters are under 16 hands. The second division is by age, with competitors 15 and under in a...

Lexington, KY - Michael Barisone & HF victor took top prize at the Kentucky Dressage Association CDI3* Grand Prix on Saturday. On a slightly chilly day at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington HF Victor's 67.66% was enough for the win. Finishing second were Anna Marek & Unico G with 67.17%. Tami Batts & Ranko's 64.149% was good for third.

Lillie Keenan Takes Blue on Vanhattan (The Book LLC) Devon, PA - Night two of Devon raced to a close with the Junior Jumper Gambler's Choice. The riders put up a fierce fight for first, battling winds and cold air as they maneuvered their horses through the course. The crowd braved the cold as well, lining the stands and fence seating, eager to watch the young riders compete for the prize. After an intense night of strong riding,Lillie Keenan,took home first riding Vanhattan. Following up...

Reid Patton on Lennon (The Book LLC) Devon, PA - On a cold spring night, May 24, Devon day two began the evening with spectators huddled under their jackets for warmth. These past two days have been filled with challenging weather, but Devon fans certainly don't let that stop them. The riders were showing in full force, dressed elegantly in their hunt jackets and breeches for the large and small junior classes. Following the over fences portion, the under saddle took place as the sun set...

Devon, PA - Despite the rain Thursday afternoon at Devon, competitors in the USEF Talent Search came out ready to ride. The thirteen-jump course was challenging, with a long ride to the first fence, tight turns, and two water obstacles. The riders came prepared, many approaching the course with determination and confidence. Their drive to succeed was evident in both their skill and strategy. The section A competitors took to the ring amidst cloud cover and slight winds. The first few riders...

Middleburg, VA - Taylor Harris Insurance Services (THIS) announces the return of the Taylor Harris Triple Crown Challenge. This unique challenge offers a $200,000 top prize for any show jumping rider that can put together back-to-back-to-back wins at three of the nation's most prestigious grand prix events. The first event in the Taylor Harris Triple Crown Challenge, the $100,000 Wells Fargo Grand Prix of Devon, takes place in Devon, Pa., on Thursday, May 30th. The second leg is held on...

Meagan Nusz and Vesuvius (Rebecca Walton for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International) Lexington, KY - The Kentucky Spring Horse Shows came to a close Sunday with amateur rider Meagan Nusz claiming her second major victory. During the 16-horse jump-off in the $20,000 Bluegrass Classic, Nusz piloted Vesuvius to the winning clear time to lead the victory gallop during the Kentucky Spring Classic. Ramiro Quintana of Argentina was hot on her heels, qualifying three mounts for the tiebreaker and...