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AGDF TIMESIssue 5, March 2-5, 2017
Graves and Verdades Continue Winning Streak at AGDF 7
AGDF Week 7 Highlights
Laura Graves (USA) and Verdades were victorious in their third “Friday Night Stars” of the season in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W, presented by The Axel Johnson Group on Friday, February 24, during the seventh week of competition at the 2017 Adequan® Global Dres-sage Festival (AGDF).
Graves and Verdades, a 2002 Dutch Warmblood gelding (Florett AS x Liwilarda) owned by Graves, took charge in the Global Arena this week, coming out on the top of the leaderboard yet again, with a winning score of 81.903%.
“[Friday night] he was hot, maybe hotter than he’s been the past two shows, so that was a bit challenging, and we have yet to ride a completely clean freestyle this year,” said Graves. “That’s definitely a focus going into March, but this horse does a fantastic job even when he’s hot and maybe a little spooky. He never lets me down, and he gets really excited when he’s about to go in. He knows when it’s his turn, and I love that about him.”
This is Graves’ and Verdades’ fifth score in a row of 80% or higher in FEI Large Tour competition.
Placing second and third to Graves in the FEI Grand Prix Free-style CDI-W were her fellow 2016 Olympic teammates and bronze medalists, Kasey Perry-Glass and Steffen Peters.
Graves commented on her rela-tionship with her teammates “It’s so fun to have everyone back together
and [to see] friendly faces. We are all so competitive; we’re all out there riding for two spots for the FEI World Cup (Finals). It doesn’t affect our relationships outside of that. It’s amazing to have friends that can compete against each other and want the best for each other. I just wish Steffen didn’t live in California.”
Perry-Glass and Goerklintgaards Dublet, a 2003 Danish Warmblood gelding (Diamond Hit x La Costa x Olympic Ferro) owned by Diane Perry, placed second with a 79.541%.
Perry-Glass commented on her ride with Dublet, “I was expecting a little bit of a nervous horse today. Debbie McDonald and I have been working tirelessly on his relaxation, and he proved it tonight. All of our hard work and dedication [is] to that, to his happiness in the ring. He showed me tonight that he has more in him and that he loves his job. I really liked our piaffe passage tour. Everything about the test was fun for me.”
Peters rode Rosamunde, a 2007 Rhinelander mare (Rock Forever x First Lady) owned by Four Winds Farm, to third place, scoring 78.732%.
“Of course she still had more energy than I was hoping for, but it was controllable,” said Peters. “The flying changes were better this time. (There was) a bit of an exuberant transition to the canter in the begin-ning, but what a good girl. She tried extremely hard.”
It was three wins in a row for Laura Graves and Verdades in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle, presented by The Axel Johnson Group, at AGDF 7.
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Week seven kicked off on Wednesday, February 22, at the 2017 Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF), with another victory for Steffen Peters (USA) and mount Bailarino in the FEI Prix St. Georges CDI 1*, presented by Wellington Regional Medical Center.
A little rain didn’t stop 2016 Olympic Bronze Medalist Steffen Peters and Bailarino, a 2008 Oldenburg gelding (Breitling x Schila x De Niro) owned by Four Winds Farm, from earning a score of 72.149% and the top placing in the FEI Prix St. Georges CDI 1*, presented by Wellington Regional Medical Center and held in the Van Kampen Covered Arena.
Placing second and third to Peters was husband and wife duo Jaimey and Tina Irwin (CAN). Jaimey and Donegal V, a 2008 Dutch Warmblood gelding (Johnston x Remy x Gribaldi) owned by Team Irwin Supporters Group, earned second place with a score of 70.482%. Tina and Laurencio, a 2007 Oldenburg gelding (Laurentio x Pasadena x Doner-hall) owned by Irwin, were awarded third place with a score of 69.781%.
2016 Olympic bronze medalists Laura Graves (USA) and Verdades, a 2002 Dutch Warmblood gelding (Florett AS x Liwilarda) owned by Graves, ended
their day on Thursday February 23, with another champion title in the Global Arena and a score of 80.240%.
Placing second and third to Graves in in the FEI Grand Prix CDI-W were 2016 Olympic teammates and bronze medalists, Steffen Peters (USA) and Kasey Perry-Glass (USA).
Peters and Rosamunde, a 2007 Rhinelander mare (Rock Forever x First Lady) owned by Four Winds Farm, took second place with a score of 74.820%. Kasey Perry-Glass (USA) and Goerklintgaards Dublet, a 2003 Danish Warmblood gelding (Diamond Hit x La Costa x Olympic Ferro) owned by Diane Perry, came in third with a 73.200%.
Saturday brought a win for Arlene Page (USA) and Dr. House 2, in the FEI Grand Prix Special CDI-W, presented by The Axel Johnson Group. This was Page’s first CDI
and first FEI Grand Prix Special with “Housie.”
Page and mount Dr. House 2, a 2005 Oldenburg gelding (Don Schufro x Rinerfa JS x Krack C), owned by Page, ended their day with a victory in the FEI Grand Prix Special CDI-W, earning a score of 71.629%.
Second place in the FEI Grand Prix Special CDI-W went to Katie Poag (USA) and Zonnekoning, a 2004 Dutch Warmblood stallion (Florett AS x Maraba) owned by Poag, with a 71.294%. Third place was awarded to Jill Irving (CAN) and Arthur, a 2005 KWPN gelding (Jazz x Olympia- W x Contango), owned by Irving, with a score of 68.059%.
Week seven concluded on Sunday, February 26, with Tina Irwin (CAN) and Laurencio climbing to the top of the leaderboard in the FEI Intermedi-aire I Freestyle CDI 1*, presented by Wellington Regional Medical Center, earning a score of 78.708%.
Second place in the FEI Intermedi-aire I Freestyle CDI 1* was awarded to Steffen Peters (USA) and Bailarino, a 2008 Oldenburg gelding (Breitling x Schila x De Niro) owned by Four Winds Farm, scoring 77.000%. Third place went to Jaimey Irwin (CAN) and Donegal V, a 2008 Dutch Warmblood gelding (Johnston x Remy x Gribaldi) owned by Team Irwin Supporters Group, with a score of 75.625%.
Steffen Peters and Bailarino continued their winning streak at AGDF 7 with victories in the FEI Prix St. Georges and FEI I-1,
presented by Wellington Regional Medical Center. ©SusanJStickle.com
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PBIEC Week 8 Upcoming Events:AMATEUR RIDER ASSOCIATION
OF AMERICA PANELPlease join the Amateur Rider Asso-ciation of America on Wednesday, March 1, at The Wellington Club at 1:30 p.m. for a panel on the new USEF rule for the Low, Medium, and High Amateur-Owner Jumpers. The panel will include Ariane Stiegler, ESP Pres-ident Michael Stone, Anne Kursinski, Kevin Babington, Peter Leone, David Distler, and Anthony d’Ambrosio. To RSVP, please call 203-984-1238.
LUNCH & LEARN SERIESOn Thursday, March 2, the Lunch & Learn Series will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Wellington Club. The topic is “Optimizing Your Horse’s Topline: Game Changing Nutrition to Impact Performance, Soundness, and Health” with Kelly Ann Graber B.Sc., P.A.S., sponsored by Cargill® Inc.: Nutrena® Feed & Progressive Nutrition®. This informational and educational series has a variety of subjects for horsemen and women to learn more for their horses and health. Admission is free for riders, trainers, and owners. Register at the door for a chance to win exciting prizes. Contact Kailey Blasius at 561-784-1137 or [email protected] for more information.
WEF SPORT HORSE AUCTIONEach year the WEF Sport Horse Auction offers an exclusive opportu-nity for individuals to acquire the next generation of top champions from VDL Stud. Riders, owners, and trainers have the ability to purchase their next star in an exciting live auction atmo-sphere. The 2017 edition of the WEF Sport Horse Auction is set to take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, at Equestrian Village at PBIEC (AGDF Show Grounds). General admission is free. For more information on the WEF Sport Horse Auction please visit www.WefSportHorseAuction.com or www.facebook.com/WEFSportHorseAuc-tion.
$150,000 FEI NATIONS CUP CSIO 4*
Which country will you be cheering for? Come to PBIEC on Friday, March 3, to show your national pride for such teams as Argentina, Brazil, Canada El Salvador, Great Britain, Ireland, USA, and Venezuela. Gates open at 6 pm. General admission is free, parking is $20/car, valet is $30.
THE VEUVE CLICQUOT SUITES – NATIONS CUP PACKAGES
AVAILABLE!Located in the Special Events Pavil-ion, The Veuve Clicquot Suites are available for Nations Cup week on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 3-5. Prime viewing, a full buffet, and premium bar options in a semi-private suite catered by White Horse Catering, this is the place to host friends and family or even a corporate get-togeth-er. Each suite accommodates up to 22 people. Availability is on first-come, first-served basis, so book now before they all fill up! Contact Patti Miele at 561-784-1125 or [email protected] today.
“SATURDAY NIGHT LIGHTS” The $100,000 Suncast® 1.50m Cham-pionship Jumper Classic will be held as the “Saturday Night Lights” feature on Saturday, March 4. Competition will be fierce to see who comes home with the top prize under the lights. Gates open at 6 pm. General admission is free, parking is $20/car, and valet is $30.
STALLER APP PARTY AT THE TIKI HUT
Come join the Staller team for a good time and a great view of the Suncast® 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic on Saturday, March 4, on the second floor of The Tiki Hut at 7 p.m. Meet for an unforgettable night of horses, music and fun! For more information, visit www.stallerapp.com and call 561-480-5296 to RSVP for the party.
FEI GRAND PRIX FREESTYLE CDI-W
Dressage makes a change to Saturday night this week on Saturday, March 4, with gates opening at 6 p.m. The FEI Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W, presented by Everglades Dressage, will feature horses completing their freestyle choreography to entertaining music ensembles. General admission is free and parking is $10/car.
PALM BEACH DRESSAGE DERBYThe derby class during AGDF 8 returns on Saturday, March 4, with the finals, sponsored by Yeguada de Ymas, held during the break in competition of the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle. Top dressage riders Mikala Gundersen (DEN), Juan Matute (ESP), Christoph Koschel (GER), and Chris Von Martels (CAN) will compete in semi-finals on Friday and the two winners go head-to-head on Saturday night. Don’t miss this special and exciting exhibition!
SAVE THE DATE! PBIEC WEEKS 9 & 10
UPCOMING EVENTSRIDE & LEARN WITH KEN SMITH
On Tuesday, March 7, at 2 p.m., top trainer Ken Smith will be training with the theme of “Equitation” at the Van Kampen Covered Arena at The Stadi-um at PBIEC (AGDF show grounds). Participation to ride in the clinic is $100 per horse/rider per clinic, with a maximum of 6 riders! Auditing is free and encouraged. For more informa-tion, please contact Jessica Nichols at 561-784-4275 or [email protected].
GLADIATOR POLO™, PRESENTED BY U.S. POLO ASSN.
The next event of the Gladiator Polo™ series, presented by U.S. Polo Assn., will be held on Friday, March 10, at Equestrian Village – The Stadium at PBIEC. With gates opening at 6 p.m. and competition finishing by 8 p.m., it is a perfect family-friendly event.
There will be free general admission and an Asado for $40/per person and $10 for children under 12. Visit www.gladiatorpolo.com for more informa-tion and to buy Asado tickets.
USHJA PONY HUNTER DERBY AND GALA
The USHJA Pony Hunter Derby will be held on Friday, March 10, at 9 a.m. on the grass derby field at Equestrian Village (AGDF show grounds). On Friday evening from 6-9:30 p.m. at The Gallery (main WEF show grounds), join them for a magical evening of dining, dancing, and live entertain-ment and “Dare to Dream”, an event presented by GumBits to support the USHJA Foundation’s Making a Dream Grant Program. Tables of 10 are $1,500 and Individual Tickets are $100. For more information, please contact Tara Bieling at 239-200-2230 or email [email protected].
AMERICAN EQUESTRIANS GOT TALENT FINALE
Let us entertain you at American Equestrians Got Talent (AEGT) Finale, a fun evening of music, dance, and the performance arts on Sunday, March 19, at 6 p.m. at Equestrian Village (Adequan® Global Dressage Festival show grounds). The popular talent competition is the culmination of nine sold-out weeks of AEGT audition events held during the season. AEGT is the brainchild of Robert Dover, chef d’equipe of the U.S. Dressage Team. The season-long series raises funds for US Equestrian High Performance Programs. The AEGT Finale winner will receive a grand prize of $10,000 sponsored by Robert Ross, P.A., luxury equestrian real estate agent for Keller Williams. For general admission tick-ets, VIP tables and VIP tickets, go to AEGTFinale.com.
“Tuny” Page (USA) and Mr. House 2 won their first FEI class together in the Grand Prix Special CDI-W, presented by The Axel Johnson Group. ©SusanJStickle.com
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The 20-goal tournament series concludes this week at IPC with the Iglehart Cup final on Saturday, March 4. Winter high-goal polo at IPC has surged into the height of the 2017 season with the start of the 26-goal series, the highest level of polo played in this country. The first of the three 26-goal tournaments, the C.V. Whitney Cup, continues this week and ends with the final Sunday, March 5, at 3 p.m. on Engel & Völkers field. This Thursday evening, March 2, teams draw for positions in the prestigious USPA Gold Cup®.
The savory brunch and after party will continue at The Pavilion this Sunday, starting at 2 p.m. Special brunch packages are available to get guests closer to the action. For $25, brunch ticket holders can upgrade their seats to the front row. Beverage package add-ons allow brunch-goers to continue the party with bottles of Veuve Clicquot and Ketel One.
The newly expanded Veuve Clicquot Champagne Garden opens at 1 p.m. and is a great spot to socialize and grab a drink before The Pavilion opens. The garden lets guests show off their unique polo style. Every Sunday, fashionistas can be named Sunday’s Most Fashionable on the Field by using the hashtags #ClicquotStyle and #IPCSundayPolo.
On the stadium side of the field, the Ketel Kitchen, sponsored by Ketel One®, provides guests with specialty Ketel One Vodka Cocktail offerings, food and exclusive cocktail classes. Spectators may attend the class, craft a specialty cocktail and receive a commemorative copper mug for just $20.
With bounce houses, big lawn games and fun food, the free Kids’ Fun Zone, sponsored by Wellington Regional Medical Center, allows children to have fun during the match. With two food trucks in the area, you can take your pick from classic American barbecue to sweet treats.
To purchase tickets to Sunday polo and brunch at The Pavilion, visit internationalpoloclub.com.
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March 2-5: AGDF 8 Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W and FEI Grand Prix Freestyle (Sat., Mar. 4), presented by Everglades Dressage; FEI Grand Prix and FEI Grand Prix Special, presented by Peacock Ridge; and FEI Small Tour. Schedule includes National Show and FEI Small Tour, presented by Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center.
March 10-12: AGDF 9 Para-Equestrian CPEDI 3*, presented by Mane Stream courtesy of Rowan O’Riley, Mission Control, Adequan®, and Nutrena; and National Show.
March 16-19: AGDF 10 CDI 4* and FEI Grand Prix Freestyle, presented by Havensafe Farm; CDI 3*, presented by The Dutta Corp; and CDI 1*, presented by CaptiveOne. Schedule includes National Show and Florida International Dressage Youth Championships.
March 22-25: FEI Nations Cup week - AGDF 11 CDIO 3* and FEI Grand Prix Freestyle, presented by Stillpoint Farm; CDI 3*, presented by Harmony Sporthorses; and CDI 1*, presented by Yellow Bird Farm. Schedule includes National Show.
**Tentative schedule, subject to change. “Friday Night Stars” freestyles on Friday nights of CDI competition with exception of AGDF 8. Dates are actual
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Commenting on the possibility of a competi-tion spot for the 2017 FEI World Cup Finals in Omaha, NE, Peters continued, “We will see what happens from here. The bottom line is, those are two extremely exciting World Cup candi-dates. If we happen to get a wild card, in that case, ‘Rosie’ and I will be ready.”
Judge at C, Isabel Wessels (GBR), spoke in regard to the rides she witnessed throughout the night.
“It was a really exciting competition to judge,” said Wessels. “I have to say, it was the first time I’ve done this new system, so it was nerve-wracking. I was blown away by the energy and scope of these three riders. They’re obviously good riders, but they have amazing horses. It’s just so lovely to sit there and think, ‘Oh should I give it a 9 or maybe a 10.’ It’s that type of judging where you can really find the high marks.”
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What was your favorite memory from your trip to Rio? Laura: Hands down my favorite memory is when I finished the Grand Prix Special. We were neck and neck with the Dutch team and after my ride, my teammates came running down to the stadium to greet me. We had won bronze!
What is your next big goal in the saddle? Laura: This year, we are looking forward to the (FEI) World Cup (Finals) in Omaha. After last year, every day that I get to ride this horse is just a joy.
What is your next big goal out of the saddle? Laura: We are currently working to build our farm. It is a whole other full-time job, but I am excited.
Did you learn anything new about yourself while in Rio? Laura: I learned how much I really like to compete. I’ve always known I was competitive, especially in my sport, but I truly enjoy the competition.
How did Diddy handle the trip? Laura: Diddy has flown a number of times now, and he handled the trip really well. Getting to travel with other horses makes it quite easy. They go everywhere as a herd.
Did you learn anything new about Diddy during your trip to Rio? Laura: I learned that he really likes a stadium. He doesn’t much care for small arenas with no atmosphere. He gets very excited when he knows it is almost his turn to go.
How would you describe the dynamics of your Rio Dressage team? Laura: Each member of our squad is a very different personality. We all just happened to have the same goals, good sportsmanship, and horsemanship. Even though we are so different, we share a similar sense of humor and became the very best of friends!
Life After the Olympics: Laura Graves
Kim Beaudoin
Laura Graves (USA) is a 2016 Olympic Bronze Medalist and a 2015 Pan American Games Gold and Silver Medalist. Graves is also an accomplished international FEI competitor and USDF Gold Medalist and has been studying the art of dressage for over 20 years. In 2002, Graves purchased her Olympic mount Verdades and began working with him. In
2014, Debbie McDonald scouted the pair at a dressage com-petition, and shortly after, offered to coach them. In the span of 12 months, Diddy and Graves went from unknowns to one
of the top ten dressage combinations in the world.
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Laura’s Memories from Rio
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Palm Beach Dressage Derby announcer Brian O’Connor performing a special demonstration
with his mount Sydney in 2003.
CDI competitor and judge Anne Gribbons accepting awards at the1984 Palm Beach
Dressage Derby. U.S. rider Arlene Page competing at the Palm Beach Dressage Derby in 2007.
“Wellington’s First Lady of Dressage” Janne Rumbough accepting top honors at the Palm Beach Dressage Derby in
2008.
Belgian dressage rider Patrick Burssens accepting winner’s prizes from Executive Director Mary Anne McPhail in 2003.
A leadline competitor stealing the show in 2007.
Four-time U.S. Olympic team bronze medalist Robert Dover being presented as winner of the 1984 Palm Beach Dressage
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The Palm Beach Dressage Derby main arena in 2003.
A Look Back At The Palm Beach Dressage Derby
Adrienne Lyle (USA), Juan Matute, Jr. (ESP), Laura Tomlinson (GBR), and Chris Von Martels (CAN) are presented with awards after the 2016 Palm Beach Dressage Derby Exhibition. ©SusanJStickle.com
Chris Von Martels (CAN) and Leuchtfeuer DE, winners of the 2016 Palm Beach Dressage Derby
Exhibition at AGDF. ©SusanJStickle.com
The historic and beloved Pam Beach Dres-sage Derby CDI-W, presented by Everglades Dressage, will return to the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival for the third consecutive year and include two days of exciting derby-style competition during Week 8 on Friday, March 3, and Saturday, March 4.
The Palm Beach Dressage Derby is histor-ically the first-ever CDI event to call Florida home, and was an immediate hit with riders, volunteers, sponsors, and spectators since its inception more than thirty years ago. Founded by Gisela and Howald Pferdekaemper of Germany in an effort to bring the excitement of the Olympic sport of dressage to the U.S., the Palm Beach Dressage Derby quickly accom-plished their goal. Drawing competitors from all corners of the world, past riders have hailed from Canada, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, Mexico, Sweden, Switzerland, and the U.S.
Inspired by the Hamburg Dressage Derby of Germany, the Palm Beach Dressage Derby format is highlighted by four riders swapping horses in the final stage of competition. The riders slated to take part in the 2017 edition of the Palm Beach Dressage Derby include
defending champion Chris Von Martels (CAN), as well as Mikala Munter-Gundersen (DEN), Christoph Koschel (GER), and Juan Matute Jr. (ESP).
Horses for the Palm Beach Dressage Derby will be donated to the riders for the event and will include Truman de Ymas, owned by Juan Pablo Molina, Wrazzmattazz, owned by Jaimey Irwin, and Action Ace, owned by Kelly Lane.
Competition will kick off on Friday, March 3, at 1:40 p.m. with a Prix St. Georges class for the horses and their regular riders, followed by the semi-finals taking place on Saturday, March 4, at 4:20 and 4:50 p.m. The final stage of compe-tition will take the stage and decide a winner during the intermission of the evening Musical Freestyle performances on Saturday, March 4.
While a cherished part of the South Florida dressage community, the Palm Beach Dres-sage Derby has also become a popular and successful addition to the competition at AGDF.
Thomas Baur, Director of Sport at AGDF, noted, “We will definitely continue to see this class in the future, and I would like to thank all of the owners who donated their horses and to the riders who participated.”
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How did Lutz come into your training program?Susanne: We bought him in Germany in July of 2015 as a 12-year-old. His owner Tina Hinckley was looking for an elegant little mare, nice to sit on and preferably black. We made the decision to purchase Lutz instead, and we’ve never looked back. Tina is his primary rider. I will sit on him for occasional adjustments, but basically only take over the ride about a week before a CDI competiti-on.
What is his personality like? Susanne: He is perfect in every way!
What has surprised you the most about Lutz? Susanne: I never counted on truly falling in love with a little cream-colored, blonde horse, bar-ley-making 15.2 hands. I’m not alone... we have gotten well wishes from all over the world, in countries whose languages I don’t even understand.
What are your future goals with Lutz? Susanne: Our number one goal is to make his owner Tina Hinckley happy, and he does! We bought him for her to ride and have fun with. When I do take the ride, we are aiming for a national Grand Prix, and that is not so far out of reach now.
What are your own future goals in the saddle? Susanne: I am currently competing my Trakehner stallion, Lord Locksley, owned by Meg Stevens, at CDI Grand Prix, and the goal of course is always to improve what we have and to bring what we have at home, into the show ring. I also have several other horses started, one of them is a Lord Locksley daughter, and I’m just enjoying the training process.
Faces of AGDF: Susanne HamiltonIt’s hard to mistake Lutz, the 15.2-hand high 2003 Haflinger gelding by Argument x Mandy, when
he competes with Susanne Hamilton in the Global Arena at AGDF. This gelding may be little, but he has a lot of heart and talent, and that is what has made him such a fan favorite with equestrians all over the world. During the “Friday Night Stars” halftime last week, Susanne and Lutz recorded an
astounding 58 two-tempi changes in a row to win The Dressage Foundation’s Two-Tempi Challenge, presented by The Axel Johnson Group! They received some of the biggest cheers of the night.
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Belinda Trussell aboard Tattoo was presented with the World Equestrian Brands Tack
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Award to Susie Dutta.
Devon Kane (right) and Destiny were presented with the Custom Saddlery MVR Award.
Charlie O’Hara of Corta-Flx, Inc. presents the Corta-Flx Sport Horse of the Week Award to
Verdades, ridden by Laura Graves.
Gracia Huenefeld riding Harrison Bloom, pictured with trainer Karen Pavicic (left), claimed the Vita
Flex Victory Pass Award
Kim Beaudoin
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