Christophe Vanderhasselt conquers CSI4* 1.50m GP qualifier at Sentower Park

Christophe Vanderhasselt conquers CSI4* 1.50m GP qualifier at Sentower Park

A total of eight combinations qualified for the Jump-Off in the 1.50m Grand Prix qualifier at the CSI4* competition in Opglabbeek. Two combinations decided not take the start in this Jump-Off. Eventually it was Belgium's Christophe Vanderhasselt speeding to victory.

First at the star was USA's Adrienne Sternlicht with the 14-year-old Cristallo 7-daughter, Cristalline. The pair set the effort to conquer with a clear in 46.27 seconds. After Bernardo Alves immediately bested the time with his sBs-sire, , El Torreo de Muze (Taran de la Pomme).

Eventually it was third rider at the start, Christophe Vanderhasselt who set the record chrono.  Aboard the 10-year-old Zangersheide-gelding,  Arhturo de Sarlar Z (Breemeersen Adorado), Vanderhasselt conquered the class.

As last rider at the start, compatriot, Jens Vandenberk jumped tot the runner-up position with his Faldiao (Heartbreaker) while Italy's Lorenzo de Luca jumped into the third spot aboard the 10-year-old Scuderia 1918 Highlight W (Berlin). 

Result

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