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United States Wins $770,000 Longines League of Nations™ in Ocala U.S. team secures victory with a strong performance against international competitors The United States team consisting of Lillie Keenan, Laura Kraut, Aaron Vale, and McLain Ward triumphed at the $770,000 Longines League of Nations™ Ocala on March 22 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida.

Sophie Hinners played a key role in the German team's strong performance at the Longines League of Nations stage in Ocala, where she achieved two clear rounds with Iron Dames Singlcair, contributing to a second-place finish. She capped off her successful weekend on Sunday with an impressive performance in the CSI2* Grand Prix, jumping 1.

Current statistics indicate that horses are living longer than ever before due to improvements in disease prevention, parasite control, and surgery. With appropriate care, many horses now have the potential to live into their 20s or beyond. Yet, maintaining a horse's health, mobility, and well-being as they age requires proactive management.

Working equitation is gaining recognition in the equestrian community, providing a dynamic alternative to traditional disciplines like dressage and hunter-jumper. This competition format includes three phases: Dressage, Ease of Handling, and Speed, each emphasizing different skills and aspects of horse-rider partnership.

British team showjumper Tim Gredley has shared his top mount, Imperial HBF, has officially been sold to U.S. Olympic rider McLain Ward.The 12-year-old gelding and Gredley have enjoyed a remarkable partnership over the past two years, competing at some of the sport’s most prestigious events, including Nations Cups, World Cup qualifiers, and five-star Grands Prix.

Ansgar Holtgers Jr. from the USA marked a significant milestone in his career on Sunday during Week 11 of the Winter Equestrian Festival, clinching the top spot in the $200,000 CSI4* Grand Prix while riding Pixel-K van't Kattenheye. The festival, known for its intense competition over 12 weeks, continues at Wellington International in Florida until March 30.

Under the glass dome of the Grand Palais, Belgian champion Gilles Thomas achieved victory in the 1.50m main event, which was contested against the clock. Riding the 9-year-old mare Qalista DN (Emerald van 't Ruytershof), Thomas completed the course in a time of 59.82 seconds. Swiss rider Martin Fuchs finished in second place, nearly one second behind, competing on L&L Upgrade (Ultimo).

With a few injuries observed late last year, the ponies have been gradually conditioned, and now focus shifts to fitness as both riders and horses work to convert excess weight into muscle. Interestingly, the UK Eventing season coincides with Australia's, each commencing after a seasonal break.

US Equestrian has announced the continuation of its partnership with Platinum Performance, a prominent company in equine nutrition.Platinum Performance will continue as the Official Equine Sports Nutritional Supplement Sponsor and the Title Sponsor of the USEF Talent Search Show Jumping Program and Finals.

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.