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Kent Farrington and Belle Fleur 38 Win $30,000 ESP Spring 2 Grand Prix

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Kent Farrington and Belle Fleur 38. Photos © Mancini Photos.

Wellington, FL – April 14, 2015 – Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) finished its second week of its Spring Series this past weekend at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL, with a victory for the number five ranked rider in the world, Kent Farrington of Wellington, FL. He rode Belle Fleur 38, owned by Haity McNerney, to victory in the $30,000 Equestrian Sport Productions Spring 2 Grand Prix.

Sunday’s grand prix showed a large turnout, with a total of 50 entries, 14 of which qualified for the jump-off. The course was designed by Kenny Krome of Maryland, and featured a speedy jump-off with a majority of single fences. Farrington was one of nine competitors to go clear in the jump-off, which ultimately came down to time.

“[The] jump-off was a steeplechase-type course. [Belle Fleur] is a naturally fast horse,” said Farrington in regards to his win with a time of 43.254 seconds in the jump-off.

“[Belle Fleur] is a fairly new horse for me. She is nine years old and got a late start in the sport,” said Farrington. “I see her being very competitive in the future. I would like to thank all the owners and my whole team behind me. It wouldn’t be possible [to compete at this level] without surrounding myself with great owners and a great team.”

In a close second, Alise Oken, aboard Hi Hopes Farm LLC’s Kaid Du Ry, put up an impressive jump-off time of 43.901, just 0.0647 seconds behind Farrington. Claiming third place was Ramiro Quintana, aboard St. Bride’s Farm’s Bialda, with a jump-off time of 45.840.

Francie Steinwedell-Carvin and Lapsus Du Lavoir
Francie Steinwedell-Carvin and Lapsus Du Lavoir

Jumper Highlights

In week two of ESP’s Spring Series, the $10,000 Open Jumper Stakes Class brought fierce competition. The class saw 47 entries with 20 advancing to the jump-off and eight double clear rounds. First place went to Francie Steinwedell-Carvin aboard Prentiss Partners’ Lapsus Du Lavoir with a time of 36.581. In a close second was Paul O’Shea riding Michael Hayden & Paul O’Shea’s Primo Calypso with a time of 36.988. Mark Bluman and Stransky’s Mission Farms Inc.’s Califa LS took third with a time of 37.279.

The $5,000 1.35m Classic had 51 entries with 14 advancing to the jump-off. Claiming first place was Michael Dorman aboard Wyndmont’s Zephyr with a time of 37.886. In second was Ben Maher riding Jane Clark’s Whistler with a time of 39.836. In third was Wilhelm Genn and Karola Giebmanns’ For Fantoms Pleasure with a time of 40.427.

Abbey Bibbings aboard Page Tredennick’s Zenith Dance claimed first place with a time of 40.752 in the $1,500 NAL Child/Adult Jumper Classic, sponsored by The Tackeria. Taking second place was Lea Allen and The Allen Farm’s Komedie De Montsec with a time of 45.072. Claiming third place was Kennedy Mccaulley riding her own mount, Upside, with a time of 46.288 and four faults.

In the $2,500 High Junior/Amateur Owner Jumper Classic, sponsored by Equiline, Hayley Iannotti took first place aboard Riad Landoulsi’s Carlos G with a time of 41.141. In second place was Alma Bjorklund aboard Gyllebo Farm LLC’s Contesina with a time of 42.167. A close third place finish went to Taylor Reid and her mount, Ugando, with a time of 42.813.

The $2,500 Low Junior/Amateur Owner Jumper Classic, sponsored by FarmVet, saw 38 trips and only eight clear rounds. Lily Gotwald took first place aboard Verena with a time of 41.932. In second place was Monica Carrera aboard Lincourt Gino with a time of 42.805. Sarah Scarnechia took third riding Moritz W with a time of 45.767.

In the $1,500 Low Children’s Jumper Classic, sponsored by Tuffrider & Equine Couture, first place went to Tanner Korotkin and Sandalwood Farm’s Smarty Pants WB with a time of 36.013. A close second place went to Erika Jakobson and Barn Rat LLC’s Chocolatier with a time of 36.734. Third place went to Emanielle Greenberg aboard Pumpkin’s Patch Farm LLC’s With Love with a time of 37.132.

In the $1,500 Low Adult Jumper Classic, sponsored by Tuffrider & Equine Couture, Evita Hermans and her mount, Chingolo Z, took first place with a time of 36.642. Second place went to Lisa Moore aboard Moore Equines LLC’s Saphir Du Pre A Vivier with a time of 37.202. An extremely close third went to Nina Simons riding her mount, Grace Farm’s Sabrina, with a time of 37.359.

Hunter & Equitation Highlights

The hunter divisions continued during Week II of ESP’s Spring Series. In the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby, Taylor St. Jacques and Leah Elder’s Carasco took first. Rebecca Clawson aboard her mount, Freeport, took second. In third place was Tracy Sheriff-Muser with Carolyn Gouse’s Shoreline.

In the Pessoa/USEF Hunt Seat Medal, Presented by Randolph College, Emma Wujek took the blue ribbon aboard Gwen McMahon’s Zidano. Hayley Iannotti and Carriage Hill Farm’s Quasa Granda finsihed in second place, while Ava Stearns and OnlyJumpers.com’s Alvarino 2 were third.

In the $1,000 Sweet Oak Farm Junior Hunter Classic, Emma Kurtz took first place aboard David Gochman’s Frederick. Second place went to Lilli Hymowitz with Rose Hill Farm’s Tiffani and third place was claimed by Vivian Yowan riding Saddle Ridge LLC’s Shockwave.

In the $1,000 Sweet Oak Farm Amateur Owner Hunter Classic, Becky Gochman and David Gochman’s Last Call placed first. Laura Sexton aboard her mount, Bring It On, took second. Third place went to Kelly Bauernschmidt with her mount, Legato.

Sophie Gochman and Dr. Betsee Parker’s Bit of Love claimed first place in the $500 Charles Moorcroft Inc. Small Pony Hunter Classic. In second place was Mimi Gochman aboard Ponies & Palms Show Stables LLC’s Rico Suave’. In third place was Mia Albelo with her mount, Pashmina.

In the $500 Charles Moorcroft Inc. Medium Pony Hunter Classic, Emma Seving and her mount, Sassafras Creek, took first place. Second place went to Christina Rogalny aboard Eric Caleca’s Brighton Supposedly. Third place went to Erika Luter riding GC Ponies’ Elegance.

Emma Kurtz claimed first place aboard Dr. Betsee Parker’s For The Best in the $500 Charles Moorcroft Inc. Large Pony Hunter Classic. Kurtz also took second place aboard Linda Evans’ Dreamland. Third place went to Mimi Gochman with Fair Play Farm’s Storyteller.

ESP’s Spring Series continues this week from April 15-19, 2015, featuring the $30,000 Spring 3 Grand Prix on Sunday April 19. For full results, please visit www.pbiec.com.

Cat Allen for Jennifer Wood Media, Inc.

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Kaitlin Campbell and Rocky W Win $25,000 Nutrena Spring 1 Grand Prix at PBIEC

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Wellington, FL – April 6, 2015 – Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) wrapped up its first week of spring competition this weekend at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL, with a victory for 23-year-old Kaitlin Campbell of Georgetown, KY and her mount Rocky W in the $25,000 Nutrena Spring 1 Grand Prix. Week one of ESP’s Spring Series featured Richard Jeffery and Hector Loyola as the jumper course designers.

In Saturday’s grand prix, 36 entries contested the course with only four qualifying for the jump-off. When Campbell walked the course, she felt it was perfectly set for Rocky W.

“When I walked the course, the combination was set for him how he likes it. All the lines were perfect for him – I knew he could jump a clear round,” said Campbell. “My only concern was the liverpool next to the makeshift lake – as [Rocky W] can sometimes be a bit funny about water. Once we got over that jump, I knew we would go clear.”

Campbell was one of four to go clear in the first round and took victory in the jump off with a time of 42.72, beating Maggie Jayne of Elgin, IL by only 0.082 of a second. When asked how she felt after seeing Jayne’s jump-off round, Campbell said, “She was really fast and probably a lot smoother and tighter to the jumps than I was. She most likely did less strides than me, but I know Rocky is so fast across the jumps that I feel that is what ultimately won me the jump-off.”

Campbell’s Mount, Rocky W, was bought at the end of his 8-year-old year to move up to the junior jumpers on. She rode him through college in the amateurs and just kept moving up. She ultimately found success in the Grand Prix Ring.

“It was funny because when I was walking out of the ring, Paul O’Shea, that was third place, asked how many Grand Prixs [Rocky W] had won, and my response was that I didn’t know,” Campbell stated. “After thinking about it and counting my past wins, this was our 14th Grand Prix win and our 56th overall class win.”

When asked what the highlight of her day was that Saturday, her response was different than most would expect. “All the people I work for [at Marigot Bay Farm in Lexington, Kentucky] were there afterwards. The oldest girl I train, Kelly, showed right after me and was going into the ring on a new horse,” said Campbell. “She went in right after me [in the next class] and jumped her first clear round. It was a proud moment and highlight of the day for me.”

Wilhelm Genn and Bugatti
Wilhelm Genn and Bugatti

Jumper Highlights

ESP’s spring circuit kicked off its jumper competition with a $10,000 Open Jumper Stake Class with a win for Wilhelm Genn and Bugatti. The class saw 32 entries with nine advancing to the jump-off and three double clear rounds. Wilhelm Genn and Eduardio Leon’s Bugatti had the fastest time of 47.976 seconds for the win. Denise Wilson and Blue Gate Farm’s Galous finished second in 50.883 seconds. Mark Bluman and Stranky’s Mission Farm’s Califa LS placed third in 51.416 seconds.

The $5,000 1.35m Classic was also held with a total of 40 entries and seven competitors advancing to the jump-off round. Amy Momrow and Monty Kelly’s Baldino Du’Rouet claimed first place with a time of 43.418. Second place went to David Blake and his mount, Park Lane, with a time of 46.755. Third place went to Deanna Phelan and her mount, Dubline, with a time of 49.945.

The $1,500 NAL Child/Adult Jumper Classic, sponsored by The Tackeria, saw 20 entries with eight clear rounds. Samantha Johnson aboard Sarah Wayda’s Campol took first place with a time of 31.979. Second place went to Ned Cunniffe and Whipstick Farm’s DollyDoo with a time of 37.631. Third place went to Carina Sola aboard Nadine Beck’s Viktoria 77 with a time of 37.994.

In the $2,500 FarmVet Low Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic, Chloe Field and Hidden Brook Farm’s Via Veneto were the winners. The $2,500 Equiline High Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic saw a one-two finish for Taylor Reid aboard Ugano and Boucanier respectively.

Hunter & Equitation Highlights

The hunter divisions were in full swing during Week I of ESP’s Spring Series. In the $5,000 USHJA Hunter Derby, Taylor St. Jacques and JT Farm’s Iberia were the winners with Tracy Scheriff-Muser and Caroline Gouse’s Shoreline in second. Rachel Kennedy and Suzanne Smith’s Blue Monday finished third.

In the $1,000 Junior Hunter Classic, sponsored by Sweet Oak Farm, Emma Kurtz took first place aboard David Gochman’s Fredrick. Victoria Colvin and Lili Halterman’s Genuine took second, and Giavanna Rinaldi and Charlie Jayne’s All Wrapped Up took third.

In the $1,000 Amateur Owner Classic, sponsored by Sweet Oak Farm, Piper Benjamin took both first and second place on her mounts Corvine and Topsider, respectively. Third place went to Tina Allen aboard her mount, Galaxy.

Emma Kurtz swept the ribbons in the $500 Pony Classic sponsored by Charles Moorecroft Inc. Taking first place aboard Dr. Betsee Parker’s All My Love, second place on Dr. Betsee Parker’s Enjoy the Laughter and third place on Linda Evan’s Dreamland.

In the equitation classes, Taylor St. Jacques won the Pessoa USEF Hunter Seat Medal sponsored by Randolph College as well as the ASPCA Maclay class. Giavanna Rinaldi topped the WIHS Equitation overall.

ESP’s Spring Series continues this week on April 8-12, 2015, featuring the $30,000 Spring 2 Grand Prix on Sunday, April 12. For full results, please visit www.pbiec.com.

Cat Allen for Jennifer Wood Media, Inc.

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