It was an International Ring victory for American rider Will Simpson on opening day of the ‘Pan American’, presented by Rolex. Aboard the bay gelding Chacco P (Chacco-Blue x Cellestial) , the pair bested 49 other competitors posting the quickest clear round in a time of 57.88s.
“On a good day, with a good horse, there is no better place to be in the world than the International Ring at Spruce Meadows.” - Will Simpson (USA) following his victory in the Mission: Possible 1.50m
The 465m track was designed by FEI Course Designer Anderson Lima (MEX) and featured 11 obstacles (13 jumping efforts) all to be completed in a time allowed of 70s.
Eventually Kyle King followed as runner-up aboard Kayenne Z (Kannan GFE x Canezaro). The stage was completed by Canada's own, Mario Deslauriers and Costa Quick PS (Conthargos x Quick star).