After today’s cross-country phase at the Greenwich Park Eventing Invitational CIC2* (London Test Event), Piggy French hung onto her overnight lead of 34.7 after posting a double-clear round with DHI Topper W. Sara Ostholt Algotsson of Sweden moved up from two spots into second with Mrs. Medicott, who also finished the day on their dressage score of 41.6. Michael Jung (GER) and River Of Joy remain in third after picking up just 0.4 time faults. Top American Will Faudree and DHI Colour Candy, owned by Jennifer Mosing, moved up three spots into 12th after finishing just over the optimum time. Also representing the U.S. are Julian Stiller, in 23rd with Gunstone Wallstreet, and Logan Rawlings, in 33rd with Jaybee Star Celebrity. Check out the complete results here and the latest press release. Pictured: Will Faudree & DHI Colour Candy; Stephen Bartholomew photo.
The horses in trainer Joe Davis’ barn at Horseshoe Indianapolis don’t just get standard hay in their nets each day. Throughout the afternoon, Davis or one of his employees opens the HayGain machine that sits at the end of his shed row and pulls out a warm, beautiful-smelling bale of freshly-steamed hay to fill their nets.
Are you following along with the action from home this weekend? Or maybe you're competing at an event and need information fast. Either way, we’ve got you covered! Check out the USEA’s Weekend Quick Links for links to information including the prize list, ride times, live scores, and more for all the events running this weekend.
Last month, readers met VIP Volunteer Rebecca Proetto, who volunteered at the MARS Maryland 5 Star horse inspection. This month, the focus turns to husband and wife Ed and Leanne Barnett who introduced Proetto to the art of running an efficient horse inspection at Maryland. Ed and Leanne undertake a 12-hour drive from their home in Indiana to Maryland just to volunteer at the event.
The USEA is saddened to share the passing of Sara Kozumplik’s five-star partner As You Like It at the age of 34. The gelding died in his sleep at his retirement home at Kozumplik's parents' residence.