Kazuma Tomoto (JPN) stays in the lead at Longines CCI5 * -L
Sam Griffiths and Paulank Rockagh in 6th position after the dressage © Luhmuehlen
Kazuma Tomoto with Brookpark Vikenti (25.20) in today’s second half of the Longines CCI5 * -L dressage class. He kept hold of his lead, ahead of tomorrow’s cross-country day. Tim Price and Ascona M (25.80) so stay in their position from yesterday. Frances Thierot Stutes (USA) moved to third place. 28.80 points after today’s dressage. ? ?Frances Thieriot Stutes what elated after her test today, especially as her first attempt at five-star level: “I am so happy about our fabulous dressage score! Chatwin is a German horse and has been competing here as a five-year-old. It’s brilliant to know that he’s back competing here as an experienced horse. He is so special and I am very fortunate to ride such a lovely athlete. ”
Thoughts and comments about the Longines CCI5 * -L cross-country course ?Andreas Dibowski: “In my view, the course is very competitive, with a great selection of technical questions. Especially the water complexes require concentration and precise riding. Avedon is on top form and I am looking forward to taking him round this morning. The ground has been prepared beautifully, so it Should be great to ride in front of the home crowd. ” ?Frankie Thieriot Stutes,” so I’ve never ridden at five-star-level, so facing many technical questions is new for me. It requires obedient horses. Chatwin is naturally fast, and I think the course suits us. I think we want to have fun going round. ” ?Zara Tindall: “I really like the cross-country course here at Luhmühlen. The last few fences and the skinnies require concentration from horses and riders, so we will need to keep on our toes not top risk any run outs. “
Update on the Aussies competing:
Sam Griffiths and Paulank Rockagh in 6th position after the dressage in the CCI5 * -L.
In the CCI4* S, Kevin McNab is in 12th and 13th position and Andrew Hoy is in 17th position after the final day of the dressage. Good luck to all the Aussies on cross country day.
Source: Luhmuehlen press release
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