Richard Vogel Wins CSI2* Grand Prix Qualifier in Ocala
Vogel sets a clear lead with 33.16 seconds in the jump-off
March 21, 2025 at 12:22 PMBy t.donandt
Richard Vogel achieved victory in the CSI2* Grand Prix Qualifier at the Longines League of Nations Event held in Ocala:
Riding Phenyo van het Keysersbos, he recorded a jump-off time of 33.16 seconds, putting him ahead of 15 competitors who also qualified for the jump-off in the World Equestrian Center's impressive arena.
McLain Ward, riding the Holsteiner La Serra, tried to challenge Vogel's time but settled for second place with a time of 33.94 seconds. French rider Nina Mallevaey claimed third place with My Clementine. Sophie Hinners with Viva Las Vegas W faced a knockdown and finished in 13th place, while Christian Kukuk and Viki van Gogh did not complete the jump-off.
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