The World Cup qualifier in Guadalajara, Mexico, has been won by a Mexican rider. It wasn't a surprise that all competitors came from South-America. The 23.000 victory went to Francisco Pasuel in the saddle of the 10-year old Naranjo (f. Robin Z). This Selle Français gelding, born as Thelastdance des Elfs, crossed the finish line in 44,24 seconds. Only Pasquel jumped a clear jump-off. Patricia Pasquel rode a faster round with Babel (f. Billy du Lys) but got one penalty for jumping. In the end he ended on second place. Pasquel and Babel crossed the finish line in 43,57 seconds. Jose Antonia Chadraui Eguia and Ninloubet (f. Nintender) ended on second place. The got a jumping penalty as well and finished in 47,22 seconds. Miguel Maron Khawagi follow on fourth place with the 12-year old Brave Liberty Dan Gabriel (f. Brifadör). Alejandro Mills (picture) ended on fifth place with the 11-year old KWPN stallion, Bartender (f. VDL Cardento)
