2002 Dressage at Devon

Kelly Corrigan and Wenzel Lad, Happy Leaders' Duo

The first class of Saturday September 28, 2002, was won by Kelly Corrigan and Wenzel Lad. Riding in class 2 A, which was Fourth Level test 2, Corrigan presented the elegant and elastic Wenzel Lad with much suppleness and scored a high 68.625%. Her chestnut gelding mastered his fourth level exercises well and seems ready for the St. Georges, but the contact with the bit, and especially the curb bit could have been softer. In the award ceremony, Wenzel Lad seemed much more at peace with the snaffle in his mouth than being ridden with the double bridle.

In second place were Jennifer Huber and Al Pacino, a combination, which has been extremely successful over the weekend. Huber, who trains with Su Jaccoma, and her dark bay Hanoverian by Achenbach continue to grow in the show and her scores are rising in each class. In Class 2A, the duo got 66.375%.

Another interesting combination that entered the ring were Bent Jensen and his massive Columbo. The 7-year old Holsteiner stallion by Capaccio out of Fabelhaft showed strong extensions and nice traversal movements but not all upper level exercises were that confirmed. Still, the combination had a nice ride and received 64.250%.

by Astrid Appels

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Class 2A: Fourth Level Test 2
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