USA rider Kevin Kohmann secured victory in the World Cup Grand Prix at the 2026 CDI-W Wellington, riding Dünensee to a score of 70.022%. This win brings him closer to competing in his third straight World Cup Final. Fellow American Erin Nichols also triumphed in the CDI3* Grand Prix with Elian Royale, achieving a new personal best.
The 2026 Global Dressage Festival (GDF) in Wellington, Florida, hosted Week 10 events starting with two Grand Prix classes on the first day. In the World Cup Grand Prix, Kevin Kohmann of the USA led the field, guiding his horse Dünensee to a winning score of 70.022%. This performance positions Kohmann one step nearer to qualifying for his third consecutive World Cup Final.
The CDI3* Grand Prix featured a competitive field of 24 big tour horses. Erin Nichols claimed the top spot riding Elian Royale, marking a new personal best in a closely contested class. Both victories highlight strong showings from American riders at the event.
Additional context from the competition includes Laura Graves returning to international dressage after nearly four years away, competing in the Wellington CDI3* Grand Prix. The US Equestrian also announced the Dutta Corp. USA team for the upcoming CDIO3* Nations Cup in Wellington, scheduled for March 18-21.
These results underscore the ongoing season's progress toward major finals, with Kohmann's achievement standing out for its implications in the World Cup series.
