Large Young Rider Field

An unusually large field of four young riders will be competing for the J.D. Reeves Perpetual Trophy this year. Sara Mittleider of Idaho (who has twice completed Rolex Kentucky on her El Primero), Tiana Coudray of California, and Hannah Sue Bennett of Kentucky will each ride on Thursday. Emilee Libbey of New Jersey will ride on Friday morning.

The only Four-Star Event in the Western Hemisphere, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Farnam, is the premier competition for the top horses and riders in Eventing. The competition features this country’s best horses and riders and international stars vying for their share of $200,000 in prize money and a chance at the $250,000 Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing. The winning owner will be awarded $65,000 and the winning rider will receive a Rolex timepiece. The classic Kentucky Julep Cup is presented to each as a reminder of their singular accomplishment.
PhelpsPhoto: Hannah Sue Bennet