La Baule, France — June 13, 2026 — Swiss rider Steve Guerdat (SUI), winner of the €110,000 Saur Prize CSIO 5* was the standout performer on the third day of the Jumping International de La Baule – Officiel de France.

The crowd’s standing ovation seemed to last forever. First, early in the afternoon following the €110,000 Saur Prize (1.50m, with a jump-off). Then again later, after the La Baule Derby – Demeures de Campagne. Two major classes, two masterclasses from Steve Guerdat (world No. 10), the 2012 Olympic champion, three-time World Cup Final winner, 2023 European champion, and victor of numerous Grand Prix events. And with each podium finish came a wave of emotion.

These heartfelt tributes were richly deserved in light of the performances delivered by one of the crowd’s favorite riders aboard the mare Lancelotta.

In the Saur Prize, the second-richest individual class of the show, Guerdat, last to go among the 17 jump-off qualifiers (from a field of 67 starters), put on a masterclass in precision and track management, shaving 0.83 seconds off the time set by McLain Ward (USA) and High Star Hero, who had seemed untouchable until then.

Egypt’s Nayel Nassar (EGY), riding Orphea HQ, finished third.

Final Results – €110,000 Saur Prize CSIO 5*

1) Steve Guerdat (SUI) & Lancelotta – 0 / 0 – 36.57

2) McLain Ward (USA) & High Star Hero – 0 / 0 – 37.40

3) Nayel Nassar (EGY) & Orphea HQ – 0 – 38.03

Source: Press Release from Agence 15Love for Jumping International de La Baule

Photos: © JILB / PSV Photo

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