U.S. show jumper Marilyn Little achieved her eighth international podium at the 2026 Winter Equestrian Festival. Riding the 8-year-old horse Narado, she won the $62,500 Bainbridge Companies CSI5* Speed class on Friday afternoon. Little praised her horse's dedication in the ring.
The 2026 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) featured strong performances in show jumping, with U.S. rider Marilyn Little standing out. On Friday afternoon, Little rode Narado, an 8-year-old stallion sired by Grandorado TN N.O.P. out of Purioso, to victory in the $62,500 Bainbridge Companies CSI5* Speed class. This win marked her eighth international podium at the event.
Little expressed enthusiasm about her partnership with Narado, stating, "Every time he goes in the ring, he tries his heart out!" The CSI5* class is a high-level speed competition, highlighting precision and agility in equestrian show jumping.
The Winter Equestrian Festival serves as a key venue for international show jumpers, drawing competitors from around the world to compete in various CSI levels. Little's success underscores her consistent performance in the circuit, building on previous achievements at WEF.
