Laura Chapot leaves speedy De Luca behind in Wellington

Laura Chapot leaves speedy De Luca behind in Wellington
In Wellington USA's Laura Chapot has left behind Italy's speedy Lorenzo in the 1.45m open jumper competition. Aboard her Out of Ireland Chapot claimed victory.




QUICK RESULTS
1. Laura Chapot - Out of Ireland
2. Lorenzo de Luca - Soory de L'hallali
3. Martin Fuchs - Faberlys




In a Jump-Off with eleven, six combinations produced a clear round. Eventually it was Laura Chapot who speeded to victory aboard her trusted Out of Ireland (Lougherne Conaught). The pair was the only to finish in under 29 seconds leaving behind Italy's speedy Lorenzo de Luca.

De Luca placed as runner-up aboard Zoe Conter's former, Soory de L'hallali (For Pleasure).  About a year ago Soory moved to the stables of Leah De Martini. Switzerland's Martin Fuchs completed the stage with Faberlys under the saddle.

The pair was followed by Shane Sweetnam with Palina de l'Escaut in fourth and Kelli Cruciotti aboard Grandy de Laubry in fifth.

Results