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Day two of The Saddlefitter Brisbane CDI & Queensland Dressage Championships at Queensland State Equestrian Centre (QSEC) delivered a spectacular showcase of dressage, promising an exciting weekend ahead.
Grand Prix CDI 3*
Leading the way in the prestigious CDI 3*, Kate Kyros and Chemistry claimed a stunning victory with an impressive score of 67.891%, marking a triumphant return to Australian soil after more than six months competing in the USA and Europe. Currently ranked fifth in the FEI Dressage World Youth Rankings – U25, today’s win signaled their successful senior debut.
1st – Kate Kyros / Chemistry (67.891%)
2nd – Tanisha Ryan / Prequel (67.391%)
3rd – Rozzie Ryan / Bronze Boy R (66.783%)
The CDI3* Grand Prix Kur is set to begin from 6pm tomorrow, and you can view live and free on our site.
Intermediate I CDN OPEN
In the Intermediate I CDN OPEN, Matthew Lord and Remi Vigneron delivered a standout performance, securing first place with a leading score of 71.676%.
1st – Matthew Lord / Remi Vigneron (71.676%)
2nd – Robyne Smith / Lord Larry (68.735%)
3rd – Arian Nijhuis / Iago N (67.118%)
Intermediate II CDI-U25
In the Intermediate II CDI-U25, Maddison Vallender and Ronan R impressed the judges with a winning score of 66.676%, setting the standard for the under-25 competition.
1st – Maddison Vallender / Ronan R (66.676%)
2nd – Charlotte Waterman / Campari AS (61.912%)
3rd – Bridgette Dalmau / Bon Jovi MH (61.235%)
Intermediate I CDN AOR
The Intermediate I CDN AOR saw a strong ride from Deborah Fulwood on Gwandalan Snowman, claiming the top spot with a score of 63.471%, while Kerri-Lee Ryder and TMH Bogart finished second.
1st – Deborah Fulwood / Gwandalan Snowman (63.471%)
2nd – Kerri-Lee Ryder / TMH Bogart (62.471%)
3rd – Jordan Jolly / Arnage Red Caviar (61.118%)
Intermediate B CDN OPEN
It was a double victory day for Emma Flavelle-Watts, who took home the top spot in the Intermediate B CDN OPEN aboard Scarlatti Mio VSR, scoring 67.162%, and also securing a second-place finish with Rakete.
1st – Emma Flavelle-Watts / Scarlatti Mio VSR (67.162%)
2nd – Danielle McMahon / Remi Lauries Joy (63.162%)
3rd – Emma Flavelle-Watts / Rakete
Young Rider Team Test CDI-Y
In the Young Rider Team Test CDI-Y, Tia Rose McKenzie and Franzisco RW shone, achieving a superb score of 69.000% to win the class, followed by Olivia Farrell and Big Fish in second.
1st – Tia Rose McKenzie / Franzisco RW (69.000%)
2nd – Olivia Farrell / Big Fish (63.265%)
3rd – Erin Johnston / Regal Don Ronaldo (62.235%)
Looking Ahead
The competition continues tomorrow, with the highly anticipated CDI3 Grand Prix Kur* headlining the evening at 6pm. Be sure to tune in for live streaming and catch all the action as the competition heats up at QSEC from 8.15am.
Results: HERE
Watch Live & Free on our website: HERE
