The Legacy Cup Continues
Special Coverage by Diana DeRosa

Red Carpet and Wasabi Win Non Pro 3’ Finals for Juniors and Amateurs at the Legacy Cup

Lexington, KY – Amateur rider Frances Briggs had a Red Carpet victory in the Pro 3’ Finals at the Legacy Cup by winning both the Finals and the Amateur division. And it was a spicy hot victory for Wasabi and Barri Platt in the Non Pro 3’ Junior Finals on May 18th. The Legacy Cup is part of the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows taking place in Lexington, KY, through May 19.

The top 25 riders had to qualify from a field of 42 to compete in the Finals by first riding in the Non Pro 3’ Go Round. That class was won by Espresso ridden and owned by Alexa Weisman. Winner of the Non Pro 3’ Junior Go Round was Manolo, ridden and owned by Barri Platt. The Amateur section was won by Espresso. The purse for the Non Pro 3’ division totaled $12,000, with $10,500 earmarked for the Finals. The winning horse received $3,520.

The Legacy Cup is unique in that it focuses on being different than the other typical Hunter classes. Riders receive more money and prizes thanks to an add-back format and the support of sponsors. The Non Pro 3’ Go Round was sponsored by Louise Serio/Derbydown, Inc. Gifts to the horses and riders were thanks to Essex Classics and Malvern Saddlery. Other sponsors include Lisa Cudahy for the Lisa AH Cudahy Perpetual Trophy and EMO Insurance sponsored the ribbons.

All Photos by Diana DeRosa