Tiana Coudray of Ojai, Calif., took the early lead after dressage in the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* division at the Twin Rivers Horse Trials in Paso Robles, California. Aboard Ringwood Magister, their familiar flowing style earned a 38.8. Robyn Fisher of Topanga, Calif., earned a 42.0 aboard Lady Calido to stand in second place, while Kristi Nunnink of Auburn, Calif., scored a 48.0 for third place. Complete results. Josh Walker photo.
At Close Range, known as "Ninja," is a 2020 Thoroughbred gelding by Saketini, bred and owned by me, Audrea Dyer. He is out of the G3-placed mare Bodacious Barb, a successful runner by Agnes Gold (JPN).
Thoroughbreds were celebrated during the 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds as the two top-placed Thoroughbreds in each division were recognized as the Thoroughbred Incentive Program (TIP) Champions and Reserve Champions. This year 24 horses were presented with the TIP Champion Awards across 26 divisions.
Following review of the Myler Combination bit, the USEF Eventing Sport Committee, at the recommendation of the Administrative Working Group and Eventing Athletes Working Group, approved a national exemption for the Myler Combination bit.
The 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds has been a resounding success, solidifying its place as one of the largest eventing competitions in North American history. With over 1,000 entries and competition running from Tuesday to Sunday, several days lasting beyond 9:00 p.m., the week's accomplishments were made possible thanks to the generous support of the USEA AEC sponsors.