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The $580,000 Rolex Grand Prix of Dublin promised excitement—and it delivered in the most unexpected way. For most of Sunday afternoon, the packed RDS Main Arena braced for a jump-off between riders carrying four faults, as one big name after another fell victim to Wade’s unforgiving 1.60m course.Then came the second-to-last rider: Laura Kraut. The U.S.

The final week of the 2025 Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala opened with international firepower in the $32,000 MARS Equestrian Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3*. Thirty-five combinations from 17 nations battled for top honors, but it was Brazil’s Celso Ariani who stole the spotlight aboard Jip Van T&L Z (James Vd Kornelishoeve x Toulon).

In front of a packed crowd for the penultimate grand prix of the 2025 Summer Series, Australia’s Lauren Balcomb and her longtime partner Verdini D’houtveld Z once again proved why they’re one of the most formidable duos in the sport, taking top honors in the $65,000 GGT Footing Grand Prix CSI2*.

It was a banner day for Sharn Wordley at the $50,000 Coors Banquet National Grand Prix, where the seasoned competitor claimed not one, but two spots on the podium.Wordley piloted his top mount to a commanding performance for first place, then returned to secure another podium finish aboard a second talented partner.

The penultimate week of the 2025 Summer Series opened in high gear Thursday morning as thirty-one international contenders went head-to-head in the $32,000 GGT Footing Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2* at the WEC Grand Arena. In the end, Olympian Lauren Hough (USA) and her own Clarisall Junior left no doubt, delivering a blistering performance nearly two seconds faster than the nearest challenger.

Against the backdrop of ocean breezes and California sunshine, Jason McArdle and Enrique delivered a commanding performance to top the $5,000 ClipMyHorse.TV Classic Qualifier at the Del Mar Summer Festival I.With sharp precision, seamless rhythm, and the kind of speed that leaves spectators holding their breath, McArdle piloted the talented gelding to an unbeatable round.

After a seven-month hiatus from the sport, Callie Schott (USA) made a stunning comeback to international show jumping by clinching victory in the $117,000 Grand Prix during Nations Cup CSIO3* week at the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF).

It was a day defined by bold riding, razor-sharp precision, and fearless pace at The Event at Rebecca Farm—and Tamie Smith was unquestionably at the center of it all. Leading the charge in the CCI4-L*, Smith delivered a masterclass aboard Lillet 3, drawing gasps from the crowd on Spectator Hill with a daring shortcut that sealed their place at the top.

An electric atmosphere filled the WEC Grand Arena at World Equestrian Center – Ocala as thirty-one elite international competitors representing 13 countries contested Saturday night’s feature class: the $130,000 Lugano Grand Prix CSI3*. After a thrilling 10-horse jump-off, it was Robert Blanchette (IRL) and his longtime partner Chardonnay who delivered a lightning-fast round to seize the win.