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Anna Buffini Wins CDI3* Grand Prix Freestyle in Del Mar
On March 23, 2025, in Del Mar, California, Anna Buffini riding Fiontini secured victory in the CDI3* Grand Prix Freestyle.The competition featured a divided judging panel which placed her coach, Günter Seidel, on Equirelle in a close second position. After nearly nine months off from competition, Buffini and her 15-year-old Danish Warmblood mare achieved a score of 73.
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Glock horses transferred to Austria
Following Kathrin Glock’s decision to shut down the Glock Horse Performance Center (GHPC) in the Netherlands, several horses have now been officially transferred to Austria.
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Irish Show Jumpers Achieve Success at Winter Equestrian Festival
Nicky Galligan emerged as a notable winner at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, showcasing exceptional talent in a four-star speed class. The athlete, based in New York, clocked in at 61.9 seconds on VDL Nikita van de Leeuwerk, narrowly surpassing the previous target of 62.23 seconds set by Nayel Nassar from Egypt.
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Falko de Hus passes away at 10
The 10-year-old stallion Falko de Hus (Baloubet du Rouet x Argentinus) has died following a tragic accident at the Grand National in Auvers. Ridden by François-Xavier Boudant and approved by Selle Français, the stallion suffered a severe leg fracture during warm-up, leading to euthanasia as the only humane option.
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Samantha Schaefer Claims Double Victory in Hunter Derby
On Friday morning, 31 horse-and-rider combinations participated in the $75,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby under sunny skies at the World Equestrian Center - Ocala. Many competitors had previously achieved notable success in the series, demonstrating their skills on the course.
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Tracy Fenney and S & L Cesana Speed to Victory in $24,500 HorseFlight Jumper Classic
Tracy Fenney once again proved why she’s a force to be reckoned with on the jumper circuit, capturing the win in the $24,500 HorseFlight Jumper Classic at HITS Ocala Championship X. Aboard her veteran partner S & L Cesana, Fenney delivered a lightning-fast jump-off round, stopping the clock at an unbeatable 35.69 seconds.
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Thieme Triumphs at $100,000 Grand Prix in Ocala
The 2025 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit concluded with excitement at the Ocala Championship, particularly with the $100,000 Great American Insurance Group Grand Prix held on Saturday, March 22nd. Andre Thieme from Germany and his horse For Dilando PS showcased an exceptional performance, earning the main prize in a dramatic finish.
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USDA Announces Delay in Horse Protection Act Implementation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced on March 21, 2025, that it is further delaying the effective date of the Horse Protection Act (HPA) final rule to February 1, 2026. APHIS has opened a public comment period regarding this postponement.
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Charlie Barker Wins at British Showjumping Spring Championships
At last year's British Showjumping Spring Championships, Paul Barker secured the 1.35m title riding Green Grass, a 13-year-old stallion. This year, Green Grass returned to Arena UK from March 21-24, this time with Paul’s 12-year-old son Charlie in the saddle.
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Drako de Maugre Continues Career in the United States
The Selle Français stallion Drako de Maugre, a son of Kannan, is set to continue his career in the United States. The twelve-year-old stallion, who won the German Championship title last year with Patrick Stühlmeyer, has been sold to a new rider, Paris Sellon. Stühlmeyer shared an emotional farewell on social media, expressing gratitude for the partnership and the lessons learned.
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