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After growing up watching World Cup Finals on worn-out VHS tapes, American equestrian Kent Farrington finally claimed his first individual title in front of a roaring home crowd in Texas. The 45-year-old world number two led the competition from start to finish with two exceptional mares across three intense days.
American showjumper Kent Farrington claimed victory at the 2026 FEI Longines Jumping World Cup Final in Fort Worth, thrilling the home crowd with a flawless final round on his horse Greya. The championship came down to the final seconds as Farrington delivered under immense pressure.
American equestrian Kent Farrington achieved a childhood dream by winning his first World Cup title in his hometown state. The victory came after watching countless VHS tapes of the competition as a kid without access to high-level shows.
British rider Becky Moody and her home-bred horse Jagerbomb earned a standing ovation and a personal best score at their first World Cup Final, claiming victory in Fort Worth with a Beatles-themed performance that brought the Texas crowd to its feet.
British rider Becky Moody made equestrian history in Fort Worth, capturing her first World Cup title aboard Jagerbomb, a horse she bred herself. The pair triumphed as the final competitors in a field of 16 combinations at the 2026 championship.
British rider Becky Moody and her horse Jagerbomb won the Dressage World Cup Final in Texas with a personal best score of 88.33%, thrilling a roaring crowd. The 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood she bred herself stayed focused through his first trip to America, dancing to Beatles music in front of thousands.
American equestrian Kent Farrington is two victories away from his first World Cup championship after winning back-to-back competitions in Texas. The seasoned rider and his 12-year-old mare Greya are making it look easy at the sport's biggest event.
American equestrian Kent Farrington has taken commanding control of the World Cup Finals in Fort Worth, winning both opening rounds with two different horses. He heads into Sunday's championship with a perfect score and a partnership that's hitting its stride at exactly the right moment.
American equestrian Kent Farrington dominated the second round of show jumping's biggest championship, putting himself in pole position to win his first World Cup title. The veteran rider and his remarkable mare Greya are making it look easy in Fort Worth.
British rider Becky Moody scored 76.76% in her first World Cup Final appearance, competing on Jagerbomb, a horse she bred herself 12 years ago. The emotional win in Fort Worth, Texas sets her up to compete for the championship title this Saturday.
American showjumper Kent Farrington took first place in the opening round of the FEI Jumping World Cup Finals on home turf in Fort Worth, Texas. The crowd favorite and his 12-year-old mare Toulayna delivered a flawless performance that thrilled the hometown fans.
Kevin Kohmann became only the second U.S. rider this century to qualify for three consecutive World Cup Finals on the same horse. His second-place finish in Wellington secured his ticket to Texas aboard his 17-year-old partner, Dünensee.
American equestrian Kevin Kohmann rode to victory at the Wellington Grand Prix, bringing him one step closer to his third consecutive World Cup Final appearance. The win showcases years of dedication between horse and rider in one of dressage's most prestigious competitions.
Paralympic gold medalist Fiona Howard set three world records in three days on a horse she'd never competed with before, just weeks after spending seven weeks in the hospital recovering from kidney surgery. The para dressage rider's incredible comeback shows what's possible when determination meets trust.
Swiss equestrian champion Steve Guerdat clinched victory at the final World Cup qualifying event in Helsinki, securing his spot at April's championship finals. The thrilling competition saw just seven riders advance to the jump-off in front of a sold-out crowd.
Willem Greve and his 15-year-old stallion Grandorado delivered a thrilling final round to clinch victory at the FEI Jumping World Cup in Gothenburg. The win marks Greve's third World Cup triumph this season, capping off an intense eight-rider jump-off.
Danish rider Carina Cassøe Krüth claimed victory at the Gothenburg World Cup dressage competition just three months after giving birth. Her triumphant comeback exceeded her own expectations and brought her to tears during the victory lap.
Two Aledo High School juniors are ranking among the best young equestrian athletes in America, with one claiming the top national spot. Their success in eventing, an Olympic sport combining three riding disciplines, shows how dedication and family support can turn passion into excellence.
Mimi Gochman became the only competitor to achieve a perfect score at the elite jumping competition, securing her spot at her first senior championship. The young American rider and her brave horse Iron Maiden proved months of patience and training pay off.
Jessica Burke became the first woman to win the prestigious Bordeaux World Cup, delivering the only double clear performance of the night with her 10-year-old horse. After five previous attempts with a single rail down each time, the Irish rider's patience finally paid off with a fairytale victory.
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