Waldron guides Chantilly Russ to fourth at Harrah’s Hoosier Park
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Bermudian harness driver Kiwon Waldron recorded a solid fourth-place finish in the sulky at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana.
Competing in Race 2 on the evening card, Waldron partnered pacer Chantilly Russ in a fast-paced Pace Class event.
The Bermudian produced a sharp, competitive trip around the Hoosier Park oval, guiding Chantilly Russ across the wire in a brisk time of 1:55.0 to secure fourth place in a tightly contested finish.
The result marks another competitive showing for Waldron as he continues to campaign regularly against strong fields on the North American circuit.
Thursday, October 08, 2026
Waldron claims double victory at Harrah’s Hoosier Park
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Bermudian harness driver Kiwon Waldron enjoyed a standout evening at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, securing two commanding victories across a three-race card.
Waldron’s night began in Race 3, where he contested a Pace Class event in the sulky behind Bettorseetheshow. The pair clocked a respectable time of 1:56.0, finishing in seventh position in a tightly contested heat.
However, fortunes shifted dramatically once the Trot Class got under way.
Taking the reins of Happy To Help in Race 5, Waldron delivered a measured drive to capture his first victory of the card, crossing the wire in an even 2:00.0 to seal top spot.
The Bermudian capped off his night in style in Race 10, completing a driving double aboard High Honor Role.
Producing a sharp turn of pace over the Hoosier Park oval, Waldron guided the trotter home in 1:56.0 to claim an emphatic victory and wrap up another successful outing on the North American circuit.
Wednesday, October 07, 2026
International Designer Morillo Headlines FEI Solidarity Weekend
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Bermuda’s equestrian community is set for a significant developmental boost this weekend as the Bermuda Equestrian Federation hosts international coach and course designer Jaime Morillo for an intensive FEI Solidarity programme.
Staged at the National Equestrian Centre on Vesey Street, Devonshire, the two-day clinic aims to elevate technical standards across the island, providing local riders, coaches, and young athletes with direct exposure to elite global equestrian methodology.
Morillo, an esteemed FEI Level 3 course designer and coach, brings a wealth of international experience across the Americas and Europe. His visit forms part of the global governing body’s FEI Solidarity initiative, designed to strengthen national federations through targeted coaching education and athlete development pathways.
The weekend programme blends classroom theory with live arena competition, giving participants an end-to-end look at modern course architecture and tactical preparation.
Proceedings get under way on Saturday, October 10th, with an unmounted education session from 5:00 to 6:30 pm at Vesey Street.
The session offers local riders and trainers an intimate forum to dissect the finer points of show jumping course design. Morillo will focus on technical line-building, stride management, horse welfare, and the strategic preparation required to progress from domestic rings to international competition standards.
The classroom concepts will be put directly into action on Sunday, October 11th, during a Jumper Schooling Show.
Competitors will navigate courses constructed under Morillo’s guidance, allowing participants to test their adjustments in a practical competition setting while receiving real-time evaluation.
BEF officials highlighted the long-term significance of such initiatives, emphasising that access to world-class clinicians remains vital as Bermuda continues to nurture its next generation of overseas and regional Games contenders.
Tuesday, October 06, 2026
James Shines across Two-week Split Rock Jumping Tour
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Bermudian rider Tyler James capped off a productive fortnight of high-calibre competition with a series of eye-catching performances at the prestigious Split Rock Jumping Tour series in Lexington, Kentucky.
Competing across both the Split Rock Kentucky National CSI2* and the Split Rock Fall Classic CSI3* from 16 to 27 September, James delivered consistent rounds alongside coach Wendy Arndt and Team I.E.C.
Partnering Case Closed 441, James proved his mettle in competitive company, securing back-to-back 11th-place finishes in both the 1.20m Jumper Speed Class and the 1.30m Jumper division. The duo then reached a major development milestone by stepping up to make their debut in the 1.35m National Grand Prix, testing themselves over the heavier tracks.
James’ momentum continued in the hunter ring aboard Vino Blanco 441, where the combination produced standout results in the 3'6" Amateur-Owner Division—claiming an emphatic victory alongside a solid fourth-place finish. They rounded out their week with a sharp fifth-place finish in the National Hunter Derby.
Completing an encouraging fortnight, James guided young prospect Zero to Sixty into the 1.10m Jumper division, showing poise to deliver consistent clear rounds throughout the competition.
Saturday, October 03, 2026
Podiums and Progress for Crews at Split Rock
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Equestrian rider Blaire’ Crews produced a string of strong performances across two productive weeks of competition at the Split Rock Equestrian Centre in Sherman, South Dakota, highlighted by podium finishes on the second week.
Campaigning multiple rides across demanding jumper and equitation divisions, Crews demonstrated consistency throughout the back-to-back fixtures, building steadily towards a series of standout results.
The opening week saw Crews guide Deja Vu into the top ten of the $3,500 Hallway Feeds NAL 1.20m Junior/Amateur Final, securing tenth spot in a competitive field. She followed up aboard Cayden with a solid seventh-place finish in the 1.10m Young Jumper Final.
Partnering Vino Blanco 441 in the equitation ring during week one, Crews notched two high-calibre results, claiming fifth in the Hamel 3'3" Equitation Area Championship before taking fourth in the NHS 3'3" Medal.
Crews elevated her form further during the second week of competition, securing silverware across two feature classes.
In the $5,000 Hallway Feeds NAL 1.20m Junior/Amateur Final, a sharp ride with Deja Vu earned a fine third-place finish on the podium. She went one better with Cayden in the 1.10m Young Jumper Final, producing an assured round to finish as runner-up in second place and cap off an impressive fortnight in South Dakota.
