Day 5: British Showjumping National Championships
Saturday 15 August 2015
The Andrews Bowen indoor Arena saw an array of incredible finals today, beginning with the 4 Forces Equine Finals. Mollie Hockenhull took home the Riding Star League Final title after an impressive display. Following this was the Open League Final which saw Kathryn Barnes awarded the top spot. Helen Du Heaume won the Champions League Final after a fierce battle. The final Forces Equine Final saw Louise Norris ranking in first place. This class was followed by the Pony Restricted Rider 1.00m Championship Final which maintained the high level of excitement in the arena. The Indoor Arena also held the National Under 21 Championship Final where Amy Inglis bagged the title after an incredible jump off and overall performance.
We at the British Showjumping National Championships were very excited for today’s indoor events as they featured the legendary showjumper Tim Stockdale. Tim is one of Britain’s most noted showjumping talents and put on a stellar performance in the National grade B Championship today finishing third with Miss Fritz. The title was awarded to Jay Halim riding Abrisco after a show stopping display. The HOYS Wildcard Round 2 – Speed Round captured the essence of British Showjumping as the talent in the ring was phenomenal and the spectators were fully invested in the show. Julie Andrews and Wilando B took home the title after a breath-taking round.
The All Weather Arena One saw an array of consolation finals today for the rider combinations that just fell short in preliminary rounds. The competition began with the National 1.15m Members Cup Championship Preliminary Round 2 with riders fighting for a place in the final. Michaela Huntington riding Alegro Z lead the way into the next round at the top of the pack.
Spectators were treated with an exciting preliminary round 2 for the Pony Discovery Championship today in the All Weather Arena One. Contenders stepped into the ring with the final in their sights and jumped their hearts out for the win. After a fierce competition, it was Ella Garlick riding Fast Fun who reigned victorious and secured their place in the Pony Discovery Championship Final.
A fantastic day of high quality performances today in the Grand Ring at the British Showjumping National Championships and Stoneleigh Horse Show. The National Team Jumping Championship Final was an outstanding opening to a wonderful day, the winning team was representing Staffordshire and West Midlands. Following this was the Wright Hassle U16 Championship Final which presented spectators with some extremely gifted young riders. Josh Bridge stopped the clock at 43.70 seconds putting him in good stead for the top spot. Josh was thrilled when the jump off concluded and they were crowned the Champion. After some exciting preliminary rounds earlier in the week, the time for the qualifiers to fight for the Red Horse Equestrian National 5YO Championship arrived today. After a close jump off, it was Jamie Wingrove who returned triumphant and claimed the 1st place trophy. The National 6YO Championship Final followed a similar suit with a thrilling jump off seeing Holly Brougham presented with the Olympic Star Spotters Trophy and the first and second place titles.
The Pony National Club Championships got underway today in Ring 8. The Club Leagues have produced some fantastic combinations and took full advantage of the opportunity to showcase this. These riders gain their experience by competing in league opens, often making for more frequent competitive practise due to the nature of the membership arrangements.
All British Showjumping National Championships and Stoneleigh Horse Show 2015 is hosted at the National Agricultural and Exhibition Centre (NAEC), Stoneleigh, Warwickshire during the 11th-16th August. For further information, please visit www.bsnationalchampionships.co.uk
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