Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – February 10, 2024 – Frauches flies to first! It was a female top three in the final class of the third day of the President of UAE Showjumping Cup CSI 5* & CSI 2* at the Al Forsan International Sports Resort. The €30,950 Longines Grand Prix CSI 2*, and leading the field were Mariana Frauches Chaves (BRA) and Verdict de Kezeg. The 15-year-old bay Selle-Français gelding (Diamant de Semilly x Vas Y Donc Longane) jumped with precision and speed in a time of 37.30 secondds to claim first place in this 1.45m class.

Milliseconds behind Chaves, Belgium’s Celine Schoonbroodt de Azevedo (BEL) and Deesse des Embruns finished in second place in 37.42s.

Sophie Hinners (GER) claimed the third spot on the podium with the 11-year-old bay mare Helwell du Chabus, jumping a beautiful round in 38.11 seconds.

Mariana said of her big win, “I’m all out of words! It was the first Grand Prix win of my career and so special to be here in Abu Dhabi with Verdict. He’s so experienced, gives me a lot of confidence, and was simply impeccable during the jump-off. He did his best and I’m glad we won. It was also super to share the win with my friend and mentor Celine.”

Final Results – €30,950 Longines Grand Prix CSI 2*

1) Mariana Frauches Chaves (BRA) & Verdict de Kezeg – 0 / 0 – 37.30

2) Celine Schoonbroodt de Azevedo (BEL) & Deesse des Embruns – 0 / 0 – 37.42

3) Sophie Hinners (GER) & Helwell du Chabus – 0 / 0 – 38.11

Source: Press Release (edited) by Hannah McCabe / Dark Horse Communications for The President of the UAE Showjumping Cup

Photo: © UAEERF / Nour Al Masri

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