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Rinehart Claims Victory in $30,000 Grand Prix
Richard Rinehart added another impressive win to his winter circuit resume, capturing the top spot in the $30,000 OSU Galbreath Equine Center Grand Prix during World Equestrian Center – Wilmington’s Winter Classic 15. Piloting his seasoned partner, The Diamant Rose Z, Rinehart once again showcased his precision and speed in the Grand Arena.
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William Dow and Legend of Diva Secure Victory in Futures Prix
William Dow and Legend of Diva delivered a commanding performance in the $10,000 Futures Prix at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington, securing a wire-to-wire victory over a competitive field on Saturday afternoon. Course designer Michael Pegg built a track that tested precision and pace, leading to seven horse-and-rider combinations advancing to the immediate jump-off.
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Daniel Geitner and Walk The Moon Dominate in $75,000 Golden Ocala 3'6"-3'9" Hunter Derby Finale
The final Hunter Derby Friday of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series occurred under clear skies at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, attracting over 100 top hunter combinations for an afternoon of competition. Course designer Kevin Holowack presented riders with various challenges, including sweeping tracks and technical inside options that tested their skills.
OtherMarch 24, 2025Video AvailableAmerican Grand Prix Rider Vera Kessels Passes Away
Vera Kessels, a Grand Prix rider originally from the Netherlands, passed away on March 22, 2025, at the age of 62 following her battle with cancer.Born on February 11, 1963, she grew up in a family that loved horses and began her equestrian journey in show jumping before transitioning fully to dressage. Kessels moved to the United States in 1995, bringing her horse, Dotato, with her.
OtherMarch 24, 2025
USHJA Contributes $21,000 to Equine Disaster Relief Fund
The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association has announced a $21,000 donation to the USEF Equine Disaster Relief Fund, sourced from proceeds of the recent USHJA WCHR Spectacular Hunt Gala. This amount, combined with a previous donation of $10,000, brings the total assistance to $31,000 for the equestrian community impacted by wildfires in California.
OtherTop NewsMarch 24, 2025
Top Stallions Producing Foals in Germany for 2024 Revealed
A report on stallions that sired the most Oldenburg-registered foals in Germany for 2024 indicates a correlation with Hanoverian-registered foals in the same year. Stallions Dynamic Dream, Bon Esprit, V-Power, Escanto PS, and Escaneno appear in the top ten for both federations.
OtherTop NewsMarch 24, 2025
Simon Delestre Wins Grand Prix Hermès for Third Time
Simon Delestre secured his third Grand Prix Hermès title at the historic Grand Palais, finishing with a clean round on Cayman Jolly Jumper in 41.21 seconds.Despite Gregory Wathelet's efforts with Ace of Hearts, his final jump resulted in a penalty and a slower time of 41.23 seconds, placing him second. Alex Ferrer finished fifth after a fault, clocking 40.72 seconds with Vitalhorse Fleur D’Oz.
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Strategies for Helping Horses Gain Weight
Feeding a horse for weight gain can be straightforward, but recognizing the need for it can be challenging. Horse owners may overlook gradual weight loss until it's noticeably visible. According to equine nutritionist Sarah Ralston, thin horses often suffer from insufficient caloric intake rather than underlying illnesses.
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USEF Awards Training Grants to Eight Dressage Participants
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and its High Performance Dressage Committee have granted training funds to eight participants in the 2013 USEF Developing Dressage Program. This initiative is made possible thanks to a donation from Akiko Yamazaki and the Red Husky Foundation through the U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation.
OtherMarch 24, 2025
U.S. Jumping Team Wins Longines League of Nations in Ocala
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.
OtherMarch 24, 2025