CDIYH Debut for Santiago HGF Ends with Double Victory at WEC Ocala

This past weekend (April 22–26) at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, Hampton Green Farm’s home-bred Santiago HGF made his international debut in the FEI 5-Year-Old division under Spanish rider Antonio José Crespin López.

Competing internationally for the very first time, Santiago HGF (Grandioso III x Joyero XXIV) secured a remarkable double victory.

In the preliminary test, judged by Frederic Pinteus (Portugal), Kari McClain (USA), and Cesar Torrente (Colombia), the pair broke the prestigious 80% barrier with an outstanding score of 80.200%. The chestnut stallion impressed the judging panel with his quality and balance. The highest marks of the test were for Canter and Perspective receiving an 8.2. His walk followed closely with an 8.0, showcasing relaxation, clear rythm, and good use of the topline. Santiago’s submission received a 7.9, while his trot scored a solid 7.8.

The following day, under a different judging panel consisting of Maria Colliander (Finland), Cesar Torrente, and Kari McClain, Santiago HGF once again demonstrated his consistency. The pair sealed their second victory with a score of 79.400%. Judges awarded Santiago HGF the following scores: trot: 7.6, walk: 7.8, canter: 8.0, dubmission: 8.3 and perspective: 8.0

This international debut marks a highly promising start to the season for Santiago HGF. Next stop: the upcoming CDI at TerraNova (May 1–3)