The GDP Classic at Boneo Park Equestrian Centre began on January 12, featuring a $50,000 AUD prize pool in the MC Equine Surfaces Grand Prix. Meanwhile, Australian riders are competing in international events across Ocala, Doha, Belgium, and Spain this weekend. These competitions highlight top-level showjumping action involving prominent Australian athletes.
The GDP Classic, a key event in the Australian showjumping calendar, commenced on January 12 at Boneo Park Equestrian Centre. Top jumpers are contesting the prestigious MC Equine Surfaces Grand Prix class, which offers a $50,000 AUD prize pool.
Internationally, Australian riders are active in several high-profile shows. In Ocala, Florida, at the World Equestrian Center, the final qualifier of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup North American League runs from February 10 to 15. Confirmed Australian entries include Jamie Winning-Kermond with Tulara Wat Colbensky, Scott Keach with Havanne de Cuvry, and Hilary Scott with Clarima, Lola, and Oaks Milky Way.
In Doha, Qatar, from February 10 to 14, Edwina Tops-Alexander is riding Fellow Castlefield and Iron Dames Cydello in the CSI5* classes, while Georgia Harvey Lazarus rides Butterfly Ennemmel in the CSI3*-W. This five-star event pits them against the world's best in one of the Middle East's premier competitions.
At Sentower Park in Belgium, for the CSI2* meeting, Amy Graham represents Australia riding Eldorado d’Elle and Madison des Bergeries in the CSIYH1*.
In Spain, Billy Raymont competes with Blue Balou PS in the 1.40m class and Caprino in the 1.45m, while Stephen Mercer rides Lyraja J and Gadget de Hus in the 1.30m class.
These events showcase Australian talent on global stages, with live coverage available on ClipMyHorse.TV.