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Braden James and Hermes des Carmilles Claim Victory in $24,999 Marshall+Sterling 1.40m Open Classic

Braden James and Hermes des Carmilles Claim Victory in $24,999 Marshall+Sterling 1.40m Open Classic Braden James thinks the future looks quite bright for 9-year-old Hermes des Carmilles, and the gelding’s performance in the $24,999 Marshall+Sterling 1.40m Open Classic held on February 20 certainly indicated the same. James and Hermes des Carmilles topped a 53-horse field to take home the win in the […]
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Rising Duo Jordan LaPlaca and Gold Play Glitter in Plus-70% Grand Prix Special at AGDF

Rising Duo Jordan LaPlaca and Gold Play Glitter in Plus-70% Grand Prix Special at AGDF By Alice Collins for Wellington International Wellington, Fla. – February 21, 2026—In Gold Play’s second-ever CDI Special, Jordan LaPlaca (USA) coaxed an unhurried, harmonious and assured performance from the inexperienced 11-year-old gelding to post their first plus-70% CDI score in Saturday’s Dutta Corp CDI3* Grand Prix Special. […]
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Mclain Ward and High Star Hero Make It Count in Modon Grand Prix

Mclain Ward and High Star Hero Make It Count in Modon Grand Prix World No. 10 Mclain Ward led wire to wire to win the $500,000 Modon CSI5* Grand Prix aboard 13-year-old Belgian-bred gelding High Star Hero, owned by Michael Smith, under the shine of Saturday Night Lights at Wellington International during Week 7 at the 2026 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). WEF hosts 12 weeks of […]
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Karl Cook Gears Up For U.S. Nations Cup Appearance at Wellington International

Karl Cook Gears Up For U.S. Nations Cup Appearance at Wellington International U.S. Olympic team silver medal-winning duo Karl Cook and Caracole de la Roque topped the $32,000 Buckeye Nutrition CSI2* 1.45m on Friday of Week 7 at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). The victory was the perfect prelude to their appearance on the U.S. Jumping Team for the CSIO4* FEI […]
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The 17th Annual Kids Lip Sync to benefit Danny & Ron’s Rescue

Wellington, Florida- The 17th Annual Kids Lip Sync to benefit Danny & Ron’s Rescue—this year themed The Grammys!—lit up Deeridge Farm on Sunday evening. More than 400 guests arrived in full Grammy-inspired sparkle, all coming together to support Danny & Ron’s Rescue Medical Fund, which provides essential veterinary care, medical treatment, and daily support for more than 150 dogs awaiting […]
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How Elite Equestrian Magazine Helps Grow Your Company & Increase Brand Awareness

How Elite Equestrian Magazine Helps Grow Your Company & Increase Brand Awareness Elite Equestrian is America’s #1 equestrian lifestyle magazine—trusted, widely read, and uniquely positioned to put your brand in front of passionate, high‑value consumers. When you advertise or partner with Elite Equestrian, you tap into a multi‑channel platform designed to elevate visibility, credibility, and customer engagement. National Print Exposure […]
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Growing Your Company with Elite Equestrian Magazine

Growing Your Company with Elite Equestrian Magazine Elite Equestrian, as America’s #1 equestrian lifestyle magazine, connects brands with a passionate, affluent audience of horse enthusiasts, riders, trainers, breeders, and industry professionals. With targeted advertising, sponsorships, and content partnerships, we drive measurable growth and brand awareness. Here’s how we can help your company expand: Targeted Advertising Opportunities Reach 100,000+ dedicated readers […]
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Isabell Werth Brings a Special Blend of Riding Magic to Headline Freestyle Night With Over 82% at AGDF 7

Isabell Werth Brings a Special Blend of Riding Magic to Headline Freestyle Night With Over 82% at AGDF 7 By Alice Collins for Wellington International  Wellington, Fla.-February 20, 2026—German dressage megastar Isabell Werth stamped her own brand of riding magic on the Zen Elite Equestrian FEI Dressage World Cup™ Grand Prix Freestyle, producing a mesmerizing 82.66% performance. She and Special Blend 3 were […]
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Melody Liu Earns Her First FEI Victory in $32,000 Bridgeport Farms CSI3* 1.45m Welcome

Melody Liu Earns Her First FEI Victory in $32,000 Bridgeport Farms CSI3* 1.45m Welcome Winning the $32,000 Bridgeport Farms CSI3* 1.45m Welcome on February 19 meant outpacing a competitive 16-horse jump-off, but 24-year-old Melody Liu did just that to take home her very first FEI victory. Liu and Napoleon van den Dael, owned by Corsari Equestrian LLC, were one of 34 entries […]
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Darragh Kenny and Eddy Blue Open Five-Star Week at Wellington International

Darragh Kenny and Eddy Blue Open Five-Star Week at Wellington International Irish Olympian Darragh Kenny took to the International Arena with Eddy Blue to stake their claim on the $116,100 Adequan® CSI5* WEF Challenge Cup Round 7 on Thursday to open Week 7 at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Hosting 12 weeks of international competition, WEF runs at Wellington International through […]