Karl Cook and Kalinka van’t Zorgvliet Edge the Field in $63,000 CSI2* Grand Prix

A tightly contested jump-off sets the stage

Karl Cook delivered a perfectly timed performance in the $63,000 C3RV CSI2* Grand Prix, guiding Kalinka van’t Zorgvliet to victory after a razor-thin jump-off battle in the Grand Prix Stadium. With an experienced international field vying for top honors, speed and precision proved decisive.

Pressure builds late in the order

Returning late in the jump-off order, Cook knew exactly what was required. Reagan Tomb had already laid down a strong benchmark with Nijinsky 10, stopping the clock in 36.90 seconds and putting pressure on the remaining contenders.

A winning round when it mattered most

Cook answered decisively, asking Kalinka van’t Zorgvliet to cover the ground efficiently and leaving nothing to chance. The pair crossed the timers in 36.32 seconds, narrowly overtaking the lead to secure the win.

Podium finishes reflect razor-thin margins

Tomb and Nijinsky 10, held on for second place after their quick and composed effort. Zazou Hoffman rounded out the podium in third aboard Bloom du Plessis, finishing on a competitive time of 37.79 seconds.

Precision decides the CSI2* Grand Prix

With mere fractions of a second separating the top three, the CSI2* Grand Prix underscored the importance of timing and efficiency at the international level, as Cook and Kalinka van’t Zorgvliet proved just quick enough when it counted most.

Photo by High Desert Sport Photo