Todd Minikus Sets the Standard in $24,500 HorseFlight Jumper Classic
Quick, clear jump-off secures victory during January Festival II
January 26, 2026 at 8:15 AMBy b.wehner
Todd Minikus delivered a sharp and decisive performance to capture the $24,500 HorseFlight Jumper Classic at HITS Ocala January Festival II, piloting Chacoons Bellis Z to the top of the leaderboard after an efficient jump-off round.
Aboard the Zangersheide mare, Minikus capitalized on a forward pace and smooth lines, stopping the clock in 34.83 seconds to set the standard. His round proved untouchable as the remaining contenders returned for the jump-off.
Paige Jones came closest to challenging the lead with Tupac Van De Vrombautshoeve Z, finishing just fractions of a second behind in 34.91 seconds to secure second place. Harold Chopping rounded out the podium with a consistent effort aboard Geronimo SCF, earning third-place honors.
The HorseFlight Jumper Classic highlighted the competitive depth of the January Festival II lineup, with speed and accuracy proving decisive as Minikus and Chacoons Bellis Z clinched first place.
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