Adelinde Cornelissen and Jerich Parzival are pictured receiving their prize from Lisa Wells, Reem Acra. Photo: FEI/Dirk Caremans.
CORNELISSEN AND PARZIVAL SCOOP THEIR FIFTH VICTORY AT ‘S-HERTOGENBOSCH by Louise Parkes
The Netherlands’ Adelinde Cornelissen and Jerich Parzival secured their fifth victory of the season when coming out on top at the last qualifying leg of the 2010/2011 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage Western European League at ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands this afternoon. They now look sure-fire favourites to scoop the title at the final which takes place in Leipzig, Germany from 27 April to 1 May, and the Dutch rider said today, “Yes, we’re in pretty good shape!”
Germany’s Isabell Werth and Warum Nicht produced a wonderful test, but still had to settle for runner-up spot ahead of Dutchman Hans Peter Minderhoud whose mare, Exquis Nadine, was really on her toes. And fourth place went to Germany’s Helen Langehanenberg and Responsible whose star has been steadily rising throughout the current season.
SET THE STANDARD Catherine Haddad led the way at the halfway stage having set the standard with a score of 74.10 from the flashy chestnut Winymaro who seems to thrive in front of an audience. And the American rider was smiling broadly as she left the arena to the strains of the crowd singing “Happy Birthday” in celebration of her 47th year. Her score was immediately overtaken as the action re-started however, although Great Britain’s Richard Davison had to work hard for his mark of 77.025. His 12 year old gelding, Artemis, decided some of the greenery surrounding the arena was extremely suspicious and never fully settled throughout his test.
Thousand Oaks, CA – March 26, 2011 – Top quality dressage horses, international judges and a spectacular venue were three facets of the 2011 Dressage Affaire held at the Del Mar Horsepark in Del Mar, CA. The United States Para-Equestrian Association (USPEA) would like to express their gratitude to everyone involved with the CDI, WYJ and CPEDI3* 2011 Dressage Affaire. This show was not only an opportunity for Para-Equestrians to ride in front of international judges but it was a chance to earn a qualifying score for the 2012 Paralympics in London, England.
Foremost, the USPEA would like to thank Kim Keenan and her team at Keenan Productions and Events. Their hospitality and ability to accommodate the needs of all of the riders was outstanding. To continue, the USPEA would like to thank all of the officials, judges and everyone involved with the daily aspects of the horse show. In addition, the USPEA recognizes the Title Sponsors Akiko Yamazaki and Leatherdale Farms and the Patron Sponsor Custom Saddlery.
Hope Hand, President of the USPEA, noted, “We are so grateful to every person involved with the Dressage Affaire. This was our second year at the Del Mar CPEDI3* and we can’t wait to come back next year. Kim Keenan and her team care about every aspect of the horse show which had a direct effect on all of the riders, coaches and staff. We would also like to thank Pam Lane and USEF for their dedication and contribution to all of the Para-Equestrian riders. Without the support of our national federation the Para-Equestrian discipline may not be where it is today.”
The family team of Liz and Madeleine Austin are having a very successful start to the year in Wellington and share their story with Chris this week before they move back north for the summer. And Brett Parbery is back home after a very eventful trip to Japan. Tune in right here…
Charlotte Jacobs is back to tell us how she rounded off the Artisan Young Riders Grand Prix Series with a ticket to compete at the Young Rider Final in Leipzig during the Rolex FEI World Cup Finals. Dr. Jenny Johnson discusses Equine Chiropractic and Brianne Goutal joins Chris as co-host. Tune in right here…
Three days of live coverage from the Southern Pines Horse Trials at the Carolina Horse Park at Five Points. Chris provides coverage today of the early rounds of the event. Take a listen….
Eventing Radio Episode 128 by Bit of Britain – Show Notes and Links:
Thank You: Thank you to the organizers of the Southern Pines Horse Trials for inviting us to cover the event live. Tune in live on Saturday and Sunday from 5 – 6 pm Eastern.
News: The Eventing Radio Show and HORSES IN THE MORNING show will be live from Rolex Kentucky 3DE: April 27 – May 1, 2011.
Fiction author Toni Leland joins us to talk about all of her “Women’s Fiction with a Kick” and we share one of the funniest interviews ever on the Horse Radio Network. Don’t miss it…
Guest: Rockin’ Robbie Hodges, rodeo clown who will be performing at the Southern National Rodeo Championships at the Kentucky Horse Park on Friday night.
Wellington, FL – March 25, 2011 – The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival continued today with 12 rings of competition. The featured division in the E. R. Mische Grand Hunter Ring was the Camping World Adult Amateur 51 & Over Hunters Section A. Mary Katherine Shaughnessy of Wellington, FL, and King Lear, owned by Shamrock Ventures, rode to the championship.
Shaughnessy’s Shamrock Ventures purchased King Lear, a fifteen-year-old Trakehner gelding by Induc, last year. “He is really, really perfect! He never does anything wrong. I’d say that he has changed my life,” said Shaughnessy with a smile.
It has been a very special week for Shaughnessy. Not only was she champion during the same week that is sponsored by FTI Consulting, Inc. (her husband Dennis is the Chairman), but she also became a first-time grandmother two days ago. “I would like to add that I became a grandmother two days ago. My first grandchild! Her name is Avery. It’s been a big week!” beamed Shaughnessy.
Wellington, FL – March 25, 2011 – The highlight class today in the International Arena at the 2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) was the $31,000 G&C Farm 1.45m Classic. Kent Farrington (USA) and Up Chiqui, owned by Farrington, Alex Boone, and William Dobbs, was the fastest through the timers for victory.
Week 11 of the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival is sponsored by FTI Consulting Inc., and the week’s remaining feature events include the final Suncast 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic on Sunday at 2:30 p.m., and the feature event of the circuit, the $500,000 FTI Consulting Finale Grand Prix on Saturday. Gates open at 6 p.m. The event will also be webcast live on the USEF Network, seen here: http://www.usefnetwork.com/FTIGrandPrix2011/.
Guilherme Jorge of Brazil is the course designer in the International Arena this week. The class was a speed format against the clock, and 41 of 13 entries were clear to lead the top of the ribbons. Farrington had the fastest time of the day in 61.38 seconds for the win. Ben Maher (GBR) and Lindsay Cook’s Oscar came the closest to that speedy time in 62.36 seconds for second place. Shane Sweetnam (IRL) and Little Emir crossed the timers in 63.21 seconds for third place.
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