Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – August 11, 2024 – In the €28,200 Young Riders Grand Prix of Valkenswaard, presented by Longines the course was set at 1.50m, a jump-off was not necessary. Canadian Cassidy Rein (CAN) was the only competitor to go clear in the first round, rounding out her incredible weekend. 

The 20-year-old rider rode her 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood (KWPN) gelding Habab W (Nabab de Reve x Padinus) in this important class. Taking home a Longiens watch, Cassidy Rein was presented the timepiece by Erik Schenk of Longines Netherlands. 

A great result especially considering she has only been riding this horse for less than three months. A beaming Rein couldn’t contain her excitement, “He was amazing! This was my first 1.50m with him. He is a new ride for me and I couldn’t be happier with him. We’re excited for the future.” 

The fastest four-faulter was Dutch Nikita Cheung (NED) and the 12-year-old mare Noberlina vd Laarseheide Z (Nabab de Reve x Chin Chin). They crossed the finish line in 71.45 seconds. Belgian rider Jef Peeters (BEL) came third with Olina van ‘t Ruytershof (Jenson van ‘t Meulenhof x For Pleasure) with a time of 71.52 seconds.

Final Results – €28,200 Young Riders Grand Prix of Valkenswaard CSI U-21

1) Cassidy Rein (CAN) & Habab W – 0 – 73.03

2) Nikita Cheung (NED) & Noberlina vd Laarseheide Z – 4 – 71.45

3) Jef Peeters (BEL) & Olina van’T Ruytershof – 4 – 71.52

Source: Press Release from LTIA – Longines Tops International Arena

Photos: © LTIA – Longines Tops International Arena

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