Calgary, Canada — September 10, 2026 — The $65,217 ATCO Cup – 1.50m kicked off International Ring competition today at the 2026 Spruce Meadows Masters —and with valuable qualification on the line, there was plenty at stake.

For athletes hoping to compete in Sunday’s Suncor Winning Round, the ATCO Cup was an important opportunity, with only the top 30 placed athletes from the 46 entries earning their place in the field.

Eleven horse-and-rider combinations produced clear rounds to advance to the jump-off, where damp conditions added another challenge to an already competitive class. But the wet weather was no trouble for the Irish.

Long-time Spruce Meadows competitor Conor Swail (IRL) showed his experience aboard the bay gelding Casturano. Taking on the jump-off with confidence and precision, Swail and Casturano left all the rails in place and stopped the clock in 41.30 seconds to take the win

Final Results — $65,217 ATCO Cup CSI 5* – 1.50m

1) Conor Swail (IRL) & Casturano – 0 / 0 – 41.30

2) Nayel Nassar (EGY) & Orphea HQ – 0 / 0 – 41.71

3) Jack Whitaker (GBR) & Skyfall OS – 0 / 0 – 41.92

Source: Press Release from Spruce Meadows Media

Photo: © Spruce Meadows Media / Mike Sturk

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