Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – July 27, 2024 – Saturday’s €28,300 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 2* – 1.45m was won by Britain’s Robert Murphy (GBR) and the 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood (KWPN) mare Hulde G (Vigo d’Arsouilles x Warrant). They rode a smooth clear round in a time of 67.54 seconds.

The 23-year-old rider has already had a very successful career in the ponies, juniors, and young riders. He won several bronze and silver team medals at European Championships and also an individual gold medal at the European Championships (Children, 2014) in Arezzo, Italy. He was very happy with Hulde. “It’s her first show for a while since she had a little break so I am very happy how she felt today. For the rest of the weekend I am aiming for good results in the 4* as well as in the 2*. I am always trying to bring my best horses to the shows here and I am very grateful for the opportunities around here.” 

Egyptian-born but riding for Belgium, Abdel Saïd (BEL) came second with the Selle Français mare Arpege du Ru (Apache d’Adriers x Quat’Sous). He crossed the finish line in 69.37 seconds.

Third place went to Dutchman Kevin Jochems (NED), who registered a clean performance in a time of 71.14 seconds with Prada di Costa M (Vannan x Gitano).

Final Results – €28,300 Big Tour – Grand Prix Qualifier CSI 2* – 1.45 m

1) Robert Murphy (GBR) & Hulde G – 0 – 67.54

2) Abdel Saïd (BEL) & Arpege du Ru – 0 – 69.37

3) Kevin Jochems (NED) & Prada di Costa M – 0 – 71.14

Source: Press Release from LTIA – Longines Tops International Arena

Photo: © LTIA

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