At the Al Shira'aa International Horse Show in Abu Dhabi, the CSI4*-W 1.45m class came to a thrilling end. Quite a few combinations managed to qualify for the jump-ff. With 13 riders gearing up for their final round in this class, 8 horses stayed double clear. In the end it was Henrik von Eckermann proved to be the strongest today and took home the gold with the ten year old gelding Hollywood V in this Longines Ranking Class.
In the end, it was Henrik von Eckermann who claimed victory in this H/H. Shaikh Zayed Bin Hazza Gold Tour. Riding Hollywood V (by Mylord Carthago*HN) he raced to first place in 32.65 seconds. Wilm Vermeir was right behind him. With Joyride S (by Toulon) he crossed the finish line in 32.81 seconds and delivered a strong second place for Belgium. Emanuele Gaudiano and the legendary Chalou (by Chacco-Blue) completed the top three placings. The pair flew over the fences without any faults in 32.92 seconds.
Donald Whitaker (Feodina) finished fourth. Abdullah Alsharabatly (Quincy 230) settled for fifth place.
Picture: IG Emirates Longines Showjumping