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Eric Lamaze Takes Husky Energy Classic on Opening Day of Spruce Meadows ‘Continental’

by Jennifer Wood, Jump Media | 6/17/2016 10:31:09 AM

Eric Lamaze and Check Picobello Z (Spruce Meadows Media Services) Calgary, AB, Canada – The Spruce Meadows Summer Series continues with the ‘Continental’ CSI 5* Tournament, and it was Eric Lamaze (CAN) who took home the first big win of the week in the Husky Energy Classic 1.50m with Check Picobello Z. Second place went to Tiffany Foster (CAN) on Brighton, while Sameh El Dahan (EGY) riding WKD Diva finished third. In the Wipro Cup 1.45m, Ray Texel (USA) rode Baldira to victory....

A Spectacular WCHR Week in San Juan Capistrano

by Blenheim EquiSports | 6/16/2016 10:15:52 AM

Iwasaki & Reilly's Small Gesture, ridden by John French, is awarded $7,500 in prize money, FITS Riding breeches, a WCHR jacket and silver platter, as well as the Horseplay Encouraged trophy, presented by Valencia Saddlery. (McCool) San Juan Capistrano, Calif. - In the $25,000 WCHR West Coast Hunter Spectacular at the Blenheim June Classic I, Small Gesture dominated the first round scoring with an impressive 92 from not just one panel, but both panels of judges. Competing fifth out of 30...

Three-Peat Win for Todd Minikus and Quality Girl with $130,000 Mary Rena Murphy Grand Prix CSI3* Victory

by Phelps Media Group | 5/22/2016 9:36:53 AM

Todd Minikus and Quality Girl won the $130,000 Mary Rena Murphy Grand Prix CSI3* at the Kentucky Spring Classic. (Taylor Renner/Phelps Media Group) Lexington, Ky. - The Kentucky Spring Classic's main event, the $130,000 Mary Rena Murphy Grand Prix CSI3*, was an unforgettable one as Todd Minikus (USA) and Quality Girl pulled off their third FEI win for the week. The win was extra meaningful to Minikus as it honored his dear friend and horsewoman Mary Rena Murphy. "I've been coming to the...

Eugenio Garza and Bariano Victorious in $130,000 Hollow Creek Farm Grand Prix CSI3* at Kentucky Spring Horse Show

by Phelps Media Group | 5/15/2016 10:49:44 AM

Eugenio Garza and Bariano win the $130,000 Hollow Creek Farm Grand Prix CSI3* at the 2016 Kentucky Spring Horse Show. (Taylor Renner/Phelps Media Group) Lexington, Ky. - The Kentucky Spring Horse Show concluded on Saturday with the day's highlight event: the $130,000 Hollow Creek Farm Grand Prix CSI3*. Eugenio Garza (MEX) and Bariano bested a field of 41 competitors to claim the top prize with a blazing jump-off round in 39.160 seconds. "I've had [Bariano] for almost four years," said...

Kaitlin Campbell and Rocky W Kick-Off Kentucky Spring Horse Show with $35,000 Welcome Speed CSI3* Win

by Phelps Media Group | 5/12/2016 9:38:35 AM

Kaitlin Campbell and Rocky W won the $35,000 Welcome Speed CSI3* on the opening day of the 2016 Kentucky Spring Horse Show. (Taylor Renner/Phelps Media Group) Lexington, Ky. - The Kentucky Spring Horse Show commenced on Wednesday with the highlight of the day being the $35,000 Welcome Speed CSI3* held in the Rolex Stadium. The United States' Kaitlin Campbell and her own Rocky W took home the blue ribbon and their first-ever FEI win to kick-off the week. "[Rocky W's] like my solid...

Allison Brock and Rosevelt Capture Emotional Win in FEI Grand Prix Special CDI 4*

by Carly Weilminster & Allison Kavey | 3/19/2016 8:55:41 PM

Wellington, Fla. - Allison Brock (USA) and Rosevelt put on an impressive show at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) this week with a first place finish in the FEI Allison Brock and Rosevelt (SusanJStickle.com) Grand Prix Special CDI 4*, presented by Havensafe Farm, with a score of 74.225%. Competition at AGDF 10 concludes tomorrow with the final day of the Florida International Youth Dressage Championships alongside the FEI Intermediaire I Freestyle CDI 1*, presented by Mike &...

Francis and Doktor Top FEI Grand Prix CDI 3*, presented by The Dutta Corporation, at AGDF 10

by Carly Weilminster | 3/17/2016 10:44:20 PM

Wellington, FL - March 17, 2016 - Shelly Francis (USA) and Doktor, who have been campaigning at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) circuit all season, collected a win this Shelly Francis and Doktor. Photo by SusanJStickle.com. afternoon in the FEI Grand Prix CDI 3*, presented by The Dutta Corporation, Competition at AGDF continues tomorrow with the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle CDI 3*, presented by The Dutta Corporation, at 3:15 p.m. and the "Friday Night Stars" FEI Grand Prix...

Margie Engle and Abunola Top $35,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 10

by Lauren Fisher and Jennifer Wood for Jennifer Wood Media, Inc. | 3/17/2016 4:54:05 PM

Margie Engle and Abunola (Sportfot) Wellington, Fla. - Week ten of the 2016 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) continued on Thursday with a win for Margie Engle (USA) and Elm Rock LLC's Abunola in the $35,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 10. Competing at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL, Engle and Abunola bested a field of 83 horses and riders, with Eric Lamaze (CAN) and Houston finishing second, and Lorcan Gallagher (IRL) aboard Venturo 9...

American Equestrians Got Talent Finale Tables and Tickets Are Available to Purchase!

by Phelps Media Group | 3/11/2016 3:08:40 PM

Wellington, FL - March 11, 2016 - After weeks of exciting auditions the American Equestrians Got Talent Finale is almost here! The AEGT Finale website is live, so head over to the website to learn more about the Finale and to purchase your tables and tickets. The Finale will be held at the Adequan Global Dressage pavilion on Sunday, March 20 at 6 p.m. The 2016 AEGT supports USEF High Performance Programs that identify and develop talented horses and athletes who hope to make their dreams come...

Belinda Trussell and Anton Win FEI Grand Prix CDI-W at AGDF 8

by Carly Weilminster | 3/5/2016 10:39:01 AM

Belinda Trussell and Anton (SusanJStickle.com) Wellington, Fla. - Belinda Trussell (CAN) and Anton, who have performed with impressive consistency this season, rose to the occasion once again at the AGDF 8 Palm Beach Dressage Derby. They won the FEI Grand Prix CDI-W, presented by Today's Equestrian and Diane & George Fellows, at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF). Competition at the 2016 Palm Beach Dressage Derby continues through Sunday, March 6, and the highlight will be...