The sun set on a sensational opening day at the Longines Global Future Champions presented by Lami-Cell, with the curtain falling on a high-octane CSI4* 1.50m Table A class that showcased the depth of talent competing this weekend at Longines Tops International Arena.
It was Ansgar Holtgers Jr. who delivered a show-stopping round aboard the 10-year-old Kantibes, racing to victory with a faultless performance in 63.93 seconds. The young American rider held off a world-class field to top the leaderboard and claim the final win of the day.
Hot on his heels was Germany’s Daniel Deusser, who piloted the ever-reliable Killer Queen VDM to second place in 65.35 seconds, while fellow American Laura Kraut secured third aboard the sharp Tres Bien Z with a time of 65.48 seconds.
Jérôme Guery and Careca LS Elite finished just fractions behind in 65.51 seconds for fourth, with Abdulrahman Alrajhi and Heartbeat W taking fifth, and Gerfried Puck aboard Idiaal Special H.J. rounding out the top six.
With fierce competition already lighting up the arena on day one, the stage is set for a weekend packed with world-class sport and rising-star performances.
Jérôme Guery secured fourth place with Careca LS Elite (Carusso LS la Silva), while Abdulrahman Alrajhi rounded out the top five on Heartbeat W (Baloubet du Rouet).
