HERNING (DEN) – A successful international competition for the offspring of our stallions and VDL horses in Herning, Denmark. VDL Quizano van ‘t Merelsnest, ridden by Laura Klaphake, secured a fine third place in the 1.50m CSI3 Grand Prix. In addition, Melody (by Etoulon) came second in the U25 Grand Prix, whilst Ruby-Lottie (by Carrera) and Marja P. (by Grand Slam) claimed victories.
VDL Quizano van ‘t Merelsnest third in the 1.50m Grand Prix
VDL Quizano van ‘t Merelsnest put in an outstanding performance under German rider Laura Klaphake in the 1.50m CSI3* Grand Prix. The pair rode clear rounds in both the basic course and the jump-off, clocking a fast time of 36.51 seconds. This secured them a fine third place and €8,520 in prize money. Van ‘t Merelsnest Stud bred this son of Diamant de Semilly.
Melody second in the U25 Grand Prix
Melody (by Etoulon) also achieved an impressive Grand Prix placing. Riden by Siebe Leemans, the KWPN mare remained double clear in the 1.45m U25 EY Cup Grand Prix. With a jump-off time of 41.67 seconds, the pair finished in second place. Melody was bred by R.G.M. Cornelissen.
Two victories for Carrera’s daughter Ruby-Lottie
Ruby-Lottie (by Carrera) enjoyed particular success in the young horse classes. Riden by Irish rider Ciara Cash, she won the 1.20m young horse class on both Wednesday 14 October and Thursday 15 October. The pair rode clear rounds on both days. Ruby-Lottie was bred by R. de Groot.
Marja P. wins U25 class
Marja P. (by Grand Slam) also claimed a victory. Ridden by the Swedish rider Angelina Lehmann, she won the 1.35m Baltic Cup U25 Big Tour. The pair rode clear and finished in 58.81 seconds. The daughter of Grand Slam was bred by P. Pelleboer and had also finished fourth earlier in the week.
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VDL Quizano van 't Merelsnest
