Riesenbeck, Germany – July 19, 2024 – Competition was in full swing at Riesenbeck International in Germany as the world’s best riders went head to head in the first 5* class of the weekend. American show jumping icon Laura Kraut (USA) claimed the top spot in €10,000 Ludger’s Welcome Class 1.45m. 

Laura Kraut (USA) secured first place aboard Bisquetta, posting the fastest times in both phase 1 and phase 2 of the class.

Second place went to Germany’s Hans-Dieter Dreher (GER). The German rider delivered a flawless performance aboard his mount Vestmalle des Cotis to take second.

Rounding out the top three was Jérôme Guery (BEL) of Belgium. Guery rode quick and clean aboard Careca LS Elite to claim third.

Close behind was Germany’s Jörne Sprehe (GER) riding Sprehe Hot Easy. Sprehe made quick work of the course but could not quite catch Guery. Completing the top five was Giacomo Casadei (ITA), who rode smooth and clear aboard Marbella du Chabli to secure fifth place.

Final Results – €10,000 Ludgers Welcome Class CSI 5* – 1.45m

1) Laura Kraut (USA) & Bisquetta – 0 / 0 – 30.00

2) Hans-Dieter Dreher (GER) & Vestmalle des Cotis – 0 / 0 – 30.39

3) Jérôme Guery (BEL) & Careca LS Elite – 0 / 0 – 31.87

Source: Press Release from LGCT – Longines Global Champions Tour

Photos: © LGCT – Longines Global Champions Tour / Ljiuba Buzzola

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