Colvin Secures Fourth International Hunter Derby Championship Victory
Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championships
October 22, 2025 at 12:21 PMBy b.wehner
The Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship reached its thrilling conclusion Saturday night in the Rolex Arena at the Bluegrass Festival Horse Show. Among thirty top competitors, Victoria Colvin and Dicoblue PS delivered a commanding performance, defending their early lead to capture the championship. This victory makes Colvin the only rider to win this prestigious title four times on four different horses, solidifying her legacy in derby history.
Jennifer Hannan and Cellestino earned Reserve Champion honors with polished rounds, while John French and Milagro rounded out the podium in third. Course designers Ken Krome and Meghan Rawlins challenged riders with a technical 12-obstacle track, featuring high-option fences, a wall, a log bounce, and a horseshoe test that allowed riders to choose their line before a final hand gallop to a wide oxer.
Judges awarded Colvin and Dicoblue PS standout handy scores of 92, 95, and 96, culminating in a two-round total of 608. Hannan and Cellestino finished on 597, and French posted 583.5, earning third place. Tier II riders also benefited from an additional 20% prize money distribution, highlighting the depth of talent in the field.
Photo by Laila Klinsmann
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