Brenden Weiss Claims Ariat National Adult Medal
Massachusetts rider rises to the top in the Adult Equitation
February 12, 2026 at 12:14 PMBy b.wehner
Adult Equitation competition took center stage, where Brenden Weiss of Haverport, Massachusetts, captured the tricolor in the Ariat National Adult Medal.
Weiss Climbs the Leaderboard
Partnering with Monaco Optimus, owned by Maria Fernanda Gonzalez Jubiz, Weiss delivered a polished overall performance that earned a score of 89.1. After sitting fourth following the over-fences phase, he moved up in the standings during the test.
A Tidy Test Secures the Win
Weiss executed a precise inside turn in the test, impressing the judges and sealing the victory in a competitive field.
Lowe and Manigault Round Out the Podium
Matthew Lowe of New York, New York, claimed second place aboard Gagarin, owned by Ashland Farms. Third place honors went to Gigi Manigault of Charleston, South Carolina, riding Illusion Imperio Egipcio for Finally Farm.
Another Competitive WEF Highlight
The Ariat National Adult Medal added yet another strong chapter to a busy week of hunter and equitation competition at Wellington International.
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