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<p>Maryland International at Loch Moy kicks off tomorrow for the 14th qualifier of the US Equestrian Open. It is a stacked field and with a good amount of entries, it is looking to be a hot competition.</p>
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<h3>Prediction Centre&nbsp;</h3>
<p>The<a href="https://prediction-centre.equiratings.com/competitions/maryland_4s_2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> EquiRatings Prediction Centre</a> gives Caroline Pamucku a 50% overall win chance at Maryland. But don't count out Jennie Brannigan and Connery &ndash; the 2023 winners are back after having the fastest cross-country time of day. Hard ground is forecast this weekend, so a quick cross country round will be key &mdash; minimising time penalties could really shake up the leaderboard.</p>
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<h3>Maryland Fan Guide</h3>
<p>If you want to know more on the competitors&mdash; from the best dressage horses to the fastest cross-country combinations &mdash; check out the <a href="https://usequestrianopen.info/maryland-lochmoy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Maryland Fan Guide</a>. It breaks down all the must-know stats and stories to follow this weekend.<br><br><a href="https://usequestrianopen.info/maryland-lochmoy" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/14ce1955-86c7-497c-ac17-e7090d244d73.png?width=484&amp;height=658" alt="Screenshot 2025 06 26 105115"></a></p>
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<h3>Maryland Preview Podcast</h3>
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<p>Annie Bishop and Diarmuid Byrne dive into the entries, tactics, ground conditions, and more on this week&rsquo;s podcast &mdash; from Jennie Brannigan stepping up with Kismet for their four-star debut to Caroline Pamukcu and Arden Wildasin, who could make a serious push for the podium with their speed. Tune in to the US Equestrian Open podcast for all the details.<br><br><br></p>
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<p dir="ltr">Check out the full Series calendar below and stay connected with the latest news and standings on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>&nbsp;and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Instagram.&nbsp;</a>Use #USEqOpen to join the conversation.</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For sponsorship opportunities, contact Layson Griffin at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lgriffin@usef.org">lgriffin@usef.org</a>.</em></p>

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Maryland CCI4*-S Preview

<h2 dir="ltr">The Numbers Game - Why He Might Be An Outside Contender</h2>
<p dir="ltr">In the US Equestrian Open of Eventing, riders count their best six scores toward the final total. So far, Greengard has posted just two:</p>
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<li dir="ltr">40 points for his wire-to-wire win at Aspen Farms with <strong>Joshuay MBF</strong></li>
<li dir="ltr">35 points for second place at Galway Downs with <strong>That's Me Z</strong></li>
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<p dir="ltr">Current leader Phillip Dutton, who has already used all six of his qualifying results totaling 215 points. Dutton can only improve by replacing his lowest score (30 points). Tommy has everything still to play for. Phillip goes to Maryland International next weekend with Denim before a trip to Aachen.&nbsp;<br><br><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/5757a6f2-ebab-429b-a442-00a7dd1b9c1c.png?width=1240&amp;height=602" alt="Unmm U Tommy Greengard S Us Equestrian Open Results Nbsp "></p>
<p dir="ltr">That leaves four scores still to be added, and with at least two horses who are at the level, and three West Coast events on the calendar (including Twin Rivers which he has a good record at) we expect his final total to look very different to what we see now.&nbsp;</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">The West Coast Advantage</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Of the seven remaining qualifiers, three are West Coast events that play directly into Greengard's hands:</p>
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<li dir="ltr">The Event at Rebecca Farm (Aug. 16)</li>
<li dir="ltr">Twin Rivers Fall International (Sept. 19)</li>
<li dir="ltr">Woodside Fall International (Oct. 3)</li>
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<p dir="ltr">Yes, they are geographically convenient but Tommy Greengard is also able to travel if needed (<em>2024 saw runs at Cornbury and Bicton in the UK in addition to the Young Horse World Championships in Le Lion d'Angers</em>)&mdash;they're venues where Greengard has proven form. He took <strong>That's Me Z</strong> to Rebecca last year and finished 6th in the CCI3*-S. He won the CCI4*-S at Woodside with <strong>Joshuay MBF</strong> in 2023 and has earned multiple podium finishes at Twin Rivers in recent years. Also importantly, West Coast events have smaller but competitive fields, making (the required) top placings both achievable and valuable.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Conservative math:</strong> Three podium finishes could net 90-120 additional points. But Greengard has shown he's willing to bring multiple horses to big events. If he doubles up&mdash;as Jessica Phoenix did earlier this year at TerraNova&mdash;a single weekend could yield 70+ points. If <strong>Balladeer Kilbrickens Lad, </strong>winner of the CCI3*-S was to move up to CCI4*-S before the end of the season, it gets more possible still.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2 dir="ltr">From Malibu to the Top</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Born in Malibu and raised in the sport by his mother Liddy Morrin, Greengard took an unconventional path to this moment. After graduating UC Berkeley with a degree in environmental science in 2021, he made the decision to go all-in on horses, basing himself at Andrea Pfeiffer's Chocolate Horse Farm in Petaluma.</p>
<p dir="ltr">The investment is paying off. He's been part of the US Equestrian Emerging Athlete Program, received the prestigious Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant in 2024, and represented the United States at the FEI Young Horse World Championships in France. His philosophy is simple but effective: "Horses have good and bad days, and you have to love who they are every day."</p>
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<h2 dir="ltr">What It Would Take</h2>
<p dir="ltr">To catch Dutton's 215 points, Greengard would need roughly 140 more points from four scores. It's ambitious but not impossible: two wins (80 points), one second (35 points), and one third (30 points) would put him at 220 points and in the driver's seat heading to the $200,000 Final at Morven Park.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Even a more conservative run&mdash;consistent podium finishes without needing to win&mdash;could land him in the top three and serious prize money: $25,000 for first, $15,000 for second, $10,000 for third.</p>
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<h2 dir="ltr">The Bigger Picture</h2>
<p dir="ltr">The US Equestrian Open Series was designed to connect the CCI4*-S classes across the country and provide a platform to tell stories about horses and riders, east coast and west.&nbsp; We are still learning about the best way to win the thing, early points, volume or maybe strategic, well-timed runs. Tommy Greengard embodies so much about the Open is there to achieve. He's playing the timing game&mdash;picking his spots, bringing the right horses, and executing when it matters most.</p>
<p dir="ltr">So far, it's working. And with three West Coast events still to come, the 25-year-old from Malibu just might pull off the upset of the year.<br><br></p>
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<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Follow the US Equestrian Open of Eventing</strong></h2>
<p dir="ltr">Check out the full Series calendar below and stay connected with the latest news and standings on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>&nbsp;and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Instagram.&nbsp;</a>Use #USEqOpen to join the conversation.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Also follow US Equestrian on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/USequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrian/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TikTok</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">X (Twitter)</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For sponsorship opportunities, contact Layson Griffin at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lgriffin@usef.org">lgriffin@usef.org</a>.</em></p>

Tommy Greengard on the Podium at Aspen Farms

Tommy Greengard: The West Coast Contender Who Could Win It All 

<p data-start="365" data-end="687">The US Equestrian Open of Eventing heads to <strong data-start="411" data-end="452">Aspen Farms this weekend</strong> for the thirteenth CCI4*-S qualifier before the $200K Final in October. Here&rsquo;s what to watch for across all three phases and which combinations have the numbers (and the speed) to contend.</p>
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<h3>The Start List<br><br></h3>
<p>A small field, doesn't mean it won't be competitive...</p>
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<li><strong>Karen O&rsquo;Neal &amp; Clooney 14 (USA) - </strong>Karen arrives at Aspen with the 11-year-old Clooney 14, fresh off a fourth-place finish at the CCI4*-S at Twin Rivers. After narrowly missing the podium there, she&rsquo;ll be determined to move up a place (or two) this weekend.</li>
<li><strong>Tommy Greengard &amp; Joshuay MBF (USA) -</strong> This is Tommy&rsquo;s first four-star run with Joshuay MBF since 2023. They missed the 2024 season but returned strong at the CCI3* level earlier this year. With two 4*-S starts under his belt this season on <strong data-start="580" data-end="595">That&rsquo;s Me Z</strong>, Tommy comes in sharp and competition-ready.</li>
<li><strong>Cristina Rennie &amp; Flight Of The Arabesque (CAN) - </strong>This will only be the second CCI4* for both horse and rider but their debut last year couldn&rsquo;t have gone better: a double clear and a second-place finish. Cristina started strong and will be aiming high again at Aspen.</li>
<li><strong>Renee Kalkman &amp; Flame Eternal </strong><span style="font-weight: 500;"><strong>(CAN) -</strong> Coming off a podium finish at the CCI3*-L&nbsp;at Twin Rivers, this experienced pair arrives with momentum. The 14-year-old proved his pace with no time penalties there and on Aspen's cross country course, that could be the edge they need.</span></li>
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<h3 data-start="1315" data-end="1376"><strong data-start="1340" data-end="1376">Dressage: Can They Start Strong?</strong></h3>
<p data-start="1378" data-end="1624">Only&nbsp;<span data-start="1633" data-end="1670">2 of the last 10 dressage leaders</span> at US CCI4*-S events have gone on to win. A good start matters but you&rsquo;ll need to stay strong through jumping too.<br><br><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/f2505e01-e42e-4c5d-8c2e-95d728da0b51.png?width=633&amp;height=766" alt="Screenshot 2025 06 11 165655"></p>
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<p data-start="1378" data-end="1624"><strong data-start="1378" data-end="1392">Joshua MBF</strong> enters with the lowest 6RA (29.6) in the field meaning he&rsquo;s the most proven dressage performer on recent form. But don&rsquo;t count out&nbsp;<strong data-start="1524" data-end="1538">Clooney 14</strong> or <strong data-start="1542" data-end="1569">Flight of the Arabesque</strong>, who both sit comfortably in the low-to-mid 30s range.</p>
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<p data-start="1864" data-end="2017">With <strong data-start="1869" data-end="1897">only 30% of rounds clear</strong> at U.S. CCI4*-S events, this is where many dreams unravel. Aspen&rsquo;s 2024 edition saw just one clear round in this phase.<br><br><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/27e32dd2-0709-4820-b33f-fca45c384c27.png?width=385&amp;height=550" alt="Screenshot 2025 06 11 165900"></p>
<p data-start="2019" data-end="2035">Who jumps clean? <strong data-start="2038" data-end="2052">Clooney 14</strong> and <strong data-start="2057" data-end="2071">Joshua MBF</strong> are the most reliable jumpers on paper, both averaging just <strong data-start="2132" data-end="2149">1.3 penalties</strong> across their last 6 FEI runs.</p>
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<h3 data-start="2432" data-end="2505"><strong data-start="2457" data-end="2505">Cross Country: Need for Speed</strong></h3>
<p data-start="2507" data-end="2666"><strong data-start="2507" data-end="2525">Clear and fast</strong> is rare at this level in Aspen.<strong> Jonathan Elliot </strong>described the course on this week&rsquo;s US Equestrian Open Podcast as <strong data-start="83" data-end="121">educational, but still a challenge</strong>.</p>
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<p data-start="126" data-end="380" data-is-last-node=""><em data-start="126" data-end="380" data-is-last-node="">"It's there to prep them and get them ready for something else, but it's no cream puff either. That's kind of always been our philosophy across the levels. It's important for people to see a standard and get that sense of accomplishment from doing it."<br></em></p>
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<p>Across the last 10 CCI4*-S competitions on US soil,&nbsp;only 2% of cross-country rounds finished clear and inside the time. In 2024, no one made the time at Aspen. Can anyone do it in 2025?</p>
<p data-start="2834" data-end="2965">Although<strong data-start="2834" data-end="2851"> Flame Eternal</strong> and <strong data-start="2856" data-end="2883">Flight of the Arabesque</strong> are the fastest in the field by Top Speed Percentage (79% and 77%, respectively). <strong data-start="2968" data-end="2982">Clooney 14</strong> could be one to watch - in this class last year, she posted the fastest round of the day, only adding 1.2 time penalties.</p>
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<h3>So who wins?</h3>
<p>The&nbsp;<a href="https://prediction-centre.equiratings.com/competitions/aspen_4s_2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">EquiRatings Prediction Centre</a> gives <strong>Karen O&rsquo;Neal</strong> and<strong> Clooney 14</strong> the edge with a <strong>57% win chance,</strong> but in a field this small, it&rsquo;s still anyone&rsquo;s game. A small mistake in any discipline is all it takes to turn the leaderboard upside down.</p>
<p><a href="https://prediction-centre.equiratings.com/competitions/aspen_4s_2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/70df4ef6-469b-44c7-a2c5-f42b44cd4ffa.png?width=877&amp;height=655" alt="Screenshot 2025 06 11 160810"></a></p>
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<h3 data-start="365" data-end="687">Want to read more about Aspen Farms?<br><br></h3>
<p>Read the full form guide <a href="https://equiratings.info/aspenfarms2025fanguide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> to see all the stats, stories, and insights before the competition starts.</p>
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<h3 data-start="365" data-end="687">Want to hear more about Aspen Farms?</h3>
<p data-start="365" data-end="687">For more on Aspen Farms, listen to <strong>Jonathan Elliot</strong> on this week&rsquo;s US Equestrian Open Podcast as he shares the inside story behind how the venue got its name, the deep family roots behind the event, and about the tradition of champagne and oysters.<br><br></p>
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<p dir="ltr">Check out the full Series calendar below and stay connected with the latest news and standings on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>&nbsp;and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Instagram.&nbsp;</a>Use #USEqOpen to join the conversation.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Also follow US Equestrian on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/USequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrian/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TikTok</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">X (Twitter)</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For sponsorship opportunities, contact Layson Griffin at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lgriffin@usef.org">lgriffin@usef.org</a>.</em></p>

Cross country jumps and trees in a field in Aspen Farms

Aspen Farms Preview: Big Moves in a Small Field

<p>We&rsquo;re over halfway through the first ever US Equestrian Open of Eventing - 12 Qualifiers done, eight to go. That&rsquo;s <strong>eight more chances to take the Series lead</strong>, or at least finish in the money (i.e. the top three).<br><br></p>
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<li>June 12th:<em> </em>Aspen Farms</li>
<li>June 27th: Maryland International</li>
<li>July 16th: The Event at Rebecca Farm</li>
<li>Sep 11th: The Fork at Tryon</li>
<li>Sep 18th: Plantation Field International</li>
<li>Sep 19th: Twin Rivers Fall International</li>
<li>Sep 25th: Stable View Oktoberfest</li>
<li>Oct 3rd: Woodside Fall International</li>
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<p>Right now,&nbsp;<strong>Phillip Dutton</strong> is at the top of the table (215 points) but his closest threat, <strong>Jessica Phoenix</strong>, is just 30 points behind him (185). Is that gap surmountable? <em>Absolutely</em>. Here are two main reasons why:</p>
<p>1.<strong> You don&rsquo;t need a string of top placings to haul in 30 points</strong>. You just need to finish anywhere from 3rd to 5th place at any one Qualifier.</p>
<p>2.<strong> Gains of up to 130 points at a single event have been recorded&nbsp;</strong>so far in the Series. Jess herself earned 75 points at TerraNova earlier this year by placing first &amp; second at that event.</p>
<h3><strong>Current Series Leaders (After Qualifier 12 of 20):</strong></h3>
<p><em style="font-size: 98%; color: #999999;">See the full series standings, updated after each qualifier,&nbsp;<a href="https://equestrian-hub-usef.pages.dev/us-equestrian-open" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</em></p>
<p><em style="font-size: 98%; color: #999999;"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/44d77235-5934-41a7-9436-ec12f002966b.png?width=497&amp;height=675" alt="Leaderboard Before Aspen Farms (1)"></em></p>
<h2><strong>Don't Count Your Chickens, Phillip</strong></h2>
<p>Not only is it possible for Jess to overtake Phillip, it&rsquo;s reasonably within reach for several of our Series leaders.&nbsp;</p>
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<ul>
<li>Last year, <strong>Jess </strong>took two horses to Maryland International and four to Plantation Field - both among our remaining eight Qualifiers this season. If she can repeat her third place Maryland result from last July (Aeronautics), she'll gain 30 points right there. Boom. Enough to equal Phillip. From there, she'll just need a 10th place finish (or higher) at Plantation to secure the solo lead. Of course if she goes to Maryland and places first or second, that single result will put her in front.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>West-Coaster&nbsp;<strong>James Alliston</strong> (3rd on the leaderboard) earned 125 of his Series points by taking full advantage of California's Twin Rivers Qualifier in April. With the Twin Rivers Fall International among our last eight events, will he make a bid for more points? James did compete in the 2021, 2023&nbsp;<em>and </em>2024 Twin Rivers Fall CCI4*-S so its seems to be a well-liked stomping ground for him.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Last year, <strong>Boyd Martin</strong> (4th on the leaderboard) brought two horses to the fall running of The Fork CCI4*-S and three entries to Plantation Field CCI4*-S, two events in this year's autumn Qualifiers. If those two 2024 results were part of this year's Open, Boyd would have earned 25 more points. A repeat effort this year wouldn't earn him the lead but it would put him in the top three as it stands (<a href="https://www.usequestrianopen.org/stories/eventing-us-equestrian-open-quick-guide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">a spot that earns $10,000 come season-end</a>).</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Likewise, <strong>Caroline Pamukcu</strong> (5th on the leaderboard) contested The Fork CCI4*-S and Plantation Field CCI4*-S last fall, with Plantation Field in particular being a frequent stop for her over the years.&nbsp; This year alone, Caroline has competed six different horses at the CCI4*-S level, giving her options for racking up points over a selection of our remaining eight Qualifiers.</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Let&rsquo;s Break it Down</strong></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>1. What points are up for grabs</strong> in the remaining Qualifiers? Here&rsquo;s what can be banked depending on field size:&nbsp;<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/c529e9e5-8120-4a83-9139-e0715ef07d4d.png?width=1080&amp;height=847" alt="Points Available at Each Eventing Qualifier"></p>
<p><strong>2. What&rsquo;s possible?</strong> Here is how each of our current leaders reached their points tally. Between just the five of them, you&rsquo;ll notice six different instances of a rider earning 70+ points at a single event, not to mention&nbsp;<strong>James Alliston&rsquo;s</strong> 125-point haul at Twin Rivers and <strong>Boyd Martin</strong> grabbing 130 points at Stable View.</p>
<p><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/f68b9879-7ba2-453b-977b-78edb789c40a.png?width=1350&amp;height=1686" alt="The Current Us Equestrian Open Leaders and How They Got There (1)"></p>
<h2><strong>What's&nbsp;on the line?</strong></h2>
<p>Prize money. And in a sport where the vast majority of pros lead...let's say...less-than-opulent lifestyles, substantial winnings are particularly appreciated. After all the Qualifiers are a wrap, this is how the prize money is divvied:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Series winner: $25,000</li>
<li>2nd place: $15,000</li>
<li>3rd place: $10,000</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>The Big Finale</strong></h2>
<p>And then there's the<strong> CCI4*-L Final at Morven Park in October</strong>. Series standings do <em>not </em>determine Final qualification. Instead, riders just need to complete any one of the Qualifiers with an MER, or a rider can even buy into the Final for $5,000 (provided they meet CCI4*-L pre-requisites). Any $5K buy-ins will be added to the Final's $200,000 prize-pot.</p>
<p>Now&nbsp;<em>that's </em>prize money. We can expect to see a strong field in the Series finale.</p>
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Why Phillip Can't Count His Chickens

<p><span lang="EN-US">Jess talks to us this week on the US Equestrian Open Podcast</span> reflecting on one of her best seasons to date. She currently sits second in the series, 30 points behind the leader Phillip Dutton but crucially, with one less counting result. By the time she has that final counting result in place, she may well be leading the Open.</p>
<p>Listen to our chat with Jess:</p>
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<h2><span lang="IT"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/fbef1f43-a203-4d44-be6c-bd1a81eec137.png?width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="Jessica Phoenix on her recent form"></span></h2>
<h2><span lang="IT">TerraNova Triumph: A Rare 1&ndash;2&nbsp;</span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;">Earlier this spring, Jess delivered a performance for the ages at <strong>The Event at TerraNova</strong>, taking <strong>1st and 2nd</strong> in the CCI4*-S. Her top mare, <strong>Freedom GS</strong>, won on 39.1&mdash;while <strong>Fluorescent Adolescent</strong> placed second on 40.4.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;">That 1&ndash;2 finish is as rare as it gets:</p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">Only the <strong>6th time</strong> it&rsquo;s been done on U.S. soil in a field of 20+ starters</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">Just the <strong>15th time</strong> ever in the U.S.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">The <strong>81st time globally</strong> since 2008</li>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;">Both scores rank in her <em>top 10 CCI4-S finishes</em>* over the past 18 seasons&mdash;marking a career high, not just a season peak.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/1fceb6f8-27ab-44d2-a1d3-63fe07b8e4a0.png?width=602&amp;height=749" alt="Jess Phoenix Top First Phase Scores"></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;">&ldquo;Freedom is there to win,&rdquo; Jess told us on the podcast. &ldquo;I just guide her and stay out of the way.&rdquo;</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/fb5dc003-ca12-46ef-b2c9-6e6e7c845d73.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Jess on Freedom"></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Open Standings: The Race Heats Up</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;">Jessica's five counting scores include:</p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">1st at&nbsp;TerraNova &ndash; March 2025 (40 pts)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">2nd at TerraNova &ndash; March 2025 (35 pts)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">1st at Ocala International (40 pts)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">3rd at Ocala International (30 pts)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt left 322.2pt;">3rd at Kentucky Three-Day Event (40 pts)</li>
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<p><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/afa67de0-c334-4e3d-aa81-4ddd6669cc9f.png?width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="Jessica Phoenix Quote about difficulty of eventing"></p>
<p><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/54d8710e-a65d-4fae-9508-c0c711140ad3.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Jess Pav Quote"></p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Final Stop: Morven Park</h2>
<p><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/04ebc166-9d71-4fa6-a19c-c83c29425c17.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Us Quotes Mor"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;">Morven is where it all comes together: a world-class facility, a four-star long-format test, and the US Open Final. Jess is planning to bring <strong>&ldquo;almost every horse we have.&rdquo;</strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 322.2pt;">&ldquo;Freedom GS will love it&mdash;she feeds off the energy.&rdquo;</p>
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Image of Jessica Phoenix riding the bay horse Freedom GS and pumping her first in the air. A broad smile is seen under the brim of her helmet. The pair had just completed a show jumping round at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

"We’ll take almost every horse we’ve got.”

<h3 data-start="541" data-end="595">Tryon's Podium</h3>
<p>The young mare <strong>Jaguars Duende </strong>continued her upward trajectory at the <strong>Tryon</strong> leg of the <strong>US Equestrian Open of Eventing</strong> taking the win in the CCI4*-S class. It marked back-to-back CCI4*-S podium finishes for this pair, following a second place on debut at the level.</p>
<p>It was their speed cross country that set her ahead of the field that included established names like <strong>Tsetserleg</strong> and<strong> Direct Advance.</strong> <strong>Sharon White</strong> and <strong>Jags</strong>&nbsp;picked up 4.4 time faults, the fastest in the field, while the average for the class was 16 penalties.<br><br><strong>Kim Severson</strong> and <strong>Cooley Corraghy Diamond </strong>delivered a strong performance to secure second place, while rising stars <strong>Cole Horn</strong> and<strong> MBF Cooley Permission To Land</strong> rounded out the podium in third. Remarkably, it was only the pair&rsquo;s second CCI4*-S start together - and their first completion at the level - making the result a major milestone in their young partnership.</p>
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<h3 data-start="541" data-end="595"><br>Jaguars Duende's International Wins</h3>
<p data-start="597" data-end="842">Their victory at Tryon CCI4*<em data-start="603" data-end="642">-S </em>marked <strong data-start="651" data-end="695">Jaguars Duende&rsquo;s fifth international win</strong>. That win follows up their 2nd place at Ocala for their four-star debut and a 5th at Carolina this spring - adding to a record that already included four other major wins :</p>
<ul>
<li data-start="846" data-end="878">Maryland 5 Star CCI3*-L (2024)</li>
<li data-start="846" data-end="878">Tryon CCI3*-L (2024)</li>
<li data-start="846" data-end="878">Carolina CCI3*-S (2024)</li>
<li data-start="846" data-end="878">Virginia CCI2*-S (2022)</li>
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<p data-start="961" data-end="1102">Across <strong data-start="968" data-end="995">14 international starts</strong>, they&rsquo;ve finished on the podium <strong data-start="1028" data-end="1039">9 times,</strong> showing their impressive consistency and form.</p>
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<h2 data-start="1170" data-end="1221">&nbsp;</h2>
<h3 data-start="1170" data-end="1221">📈 The Rise in Numbers: Elo and What It Tells Us</h3>
<p data-start="1281" data-end="1532">A standout marker of their form?<strong> Jaguars Duende&rsquo;s</strong> <strong>Elo rating </strong>has surged from <strong>338 to 625</strong> since her international debut. Unlike most horses whose ratings fluctuate, Jags has only moved in one direction - up.</p>
<p data-start="1559" data-end="1719"><strong data-start="1559" data-end="1566">Elo</strong> is a performance rating system used by <strong>EquiRatings</strong> to track the strength of combinations over time. It goes beyond simple results &mdash; taking into account:</p>
<ul>
<li data-start="1723" data-end="1751">The <strong data-start="1727" data-end="1751">level of competition</strong></li>
<li data-start="1723" data-end="1751">The&nbsp;<strong data-start="1758" data-end="1783">strength of the field</strong></li>
<li data-start="1723" data-end="1751">How&nbsp;<strong>consistently a horse finishes ahead of top-class rivals</strong></li>
</ul>
<p data-start="1847" data-end="1999">The higher the rating, the more proven the horse is in big fields. And big jumps in Elo suggest a combination is trending in the right direction - fast.</p>
<p data-start="2001" data-end="2156">Elo is not just a stat - it is a story of steady improvement and strong performances against increasingly tough competition. For Jaguars Duende, a rise of nearly 300 points since 2022 confirms what fans and selectors alike are noticing: <strong data-start="2113" data-end="2155">this horse is exceptional.<br><br><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/dec1cb6b-32c5-4046-818c-869addfa3f5c.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Tryon Recap (8)"><br></strong></p>
<p data-start="2001" data-end="2156">&nbsp;</p>
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<p data-start="0" data-end="306">&nbsp;</p>
<h3 data-start="0" data-end="306">What is next for Jaguars Duende?</h3>
<p data-start="0" data-end="306">At just 9 years old, Jags is on the brink of breaking into the top 25 Elo-rated horses in the USA, with her current score sitting just below <strong>Hallie Coon&rsquo;s Cute Girl (630 Elo).</strong> Based on her sharp upward trend and consistent form, we expect her to move into that elite tier at her very next outing.</p>
<p data-start="308" data-end="690" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">What makes this even more remarkable is the age gap &mdash; the average age of the top 25 Elo horses is 14. If Jags breaks through, she&rsquo;ll be the youngest in the group. She&rsquo;s climbing fast, and doing it years ahead of schedule.</p>
<p data-start="2001" data-end="2156"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/bd664257-cba0-4e2c-9d65-3cbf266cbce7.png?width=1080&amp;height=1080" alt="James Alliston (5)"></p>
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Jaguars Duende is Climbing to the Top

<p>Annie and Diarm sat down with James Alliston on the US Equestrian Open podcast&mdash;and it&rsquo;s a good one. From his record-breaking weekend at Twin Rivers to the horses in his string and the road to Morven Park, James shares it all.&nbsp; Listen to the full episode or keep reading for the highlights, stats, and standout storylines.</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="94" data-end="128">Twin Rivers and Teamwork</h3>
<p class="" data-start="149" data-end="363">James turned heads at Twin Rivers with a standout performance: four horses finishing in the top five, including first, second, third, and fifth. He became just the fifth rider in 17 years to achieve this rare feat.</p>
<p class="" data-start="149" data-end="363"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/0c280dbb-c751-47c3-8077-0ee3c4e5745c.png?width=1080&amp;height=1080" alt="Untitled Design (9)"></p>
<p class="" data-start="365" data-end="961">That success hasn&rsquo;t come in isolation&mdash;it&rsquo;s the result of a hardworking team behind the scenes. His wife, Helen, plays a pivotal role in the daily training and development of their horses, having produced several of James' horses up to three-star level herself. Their staff and students are essential in maintaining fitness programs and managing the chaos of show-day logistics, especially when multiple horses are competing in the same class. Even event organizers have played a part, adjusting schedules to help James juggle it all.</p>
<p class="" data-start="365" data-end="961">&nbsp;</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="727" data-end="768">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 class="" data-start="727" data-end="768">Karma: Speed, Spark, and Star Power</h3>
<p class="" data-start="769" data-end="949">Karma has become a fan favorite&mdash;and deservedly so. Karma brings serious energy both at home and in the ring. Dressage was tricky early on for the pair, but she&rsquo;s settled with experience and now shines at the top level. Looking ahead, James has his eye on Aachen if selected, with Montana and Morven Park also in the mix.</p>
<p class="" data-start="769" data-end="949"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/b83a5eb7-97e4-4f78-8f1e-55269fb7cf06.png?width=1080&amp;height=1080" alt="She Is a Fantastic Horse an Incredible Athlete, so Fast and an Amazing Jumper. I'm Hoping With Time and Mileage, We Can Just Take a Little Bit of the Edge off the Hotness. but It's Partly That Tha"></p>
<p class="" data-start="173" data-end="402">James&rsquo;s win at Twin Rivers with Karma wasn&rsquo;t just a highlight of the season&mdash;it marked a major career milestone. It was his <strong data-start="296" data-end="343">10th international four-star win since 2008</strong>, a number achieved by only seven U.S. riders in history.</p>
<p class="" data-start="404" data-end="698">What makes that stat even more impressive is the efficiency behind it. James has reached that milestone with fewer than 50 runs at the level&mdash;giving him the <strong data-start="560" data-end="628">highest four-star win rate of any U.S. rider on the list, at 22%</strong>. Quietly consistent, deeply competitive, and now statistically elite.</p>
<p class="" data-start="404" data-end="698">&nbsp;</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="1385" data-end="1417">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 class="" data-start="1385" data-end="1417">A Deep and Balanced String</h3>
<p class="" data-start="1418" data-end="1644">There's Nemesis, making a strong comeback after injury, Paper Jam &mdash;a seasoned four-star veteran&mdash; and promising talents like Cora and Irish Pop who performed well at Twin Rivers.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1418" data-end="1644"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/709bc7dd-7dc2-4cbd-9eca-68c3c3761632.png?width=1080&amp;height=1080" alt="James Alliston"></p>
<p class="" data-start="1803" data-end="1939">Events like Rebecca Farm and Montana feature in his summer calendar as James positions his team for a final push toward the Open finale.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1803" data-end="1939">&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="" data-start="1803" data-end="1939">&nbsp;</p>
<h3 class="" data-start="107" data-end="135">Learning from a Legend</h3>
<p class="" data-start="136" data-end="634">James reflects on his journey in the U.S. that began with a gap year and turned into a career-defining chapter under Bruce Davidson Sr. Working on a farm full of young horses, racehorses, and elite-level talent, he absorbed everything&mdash;from horsemanship and fitness to feel and finesse.</p>
<p class="" data-start="136" data-end="634"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/af037b8a-4057-4809-abd2-79317a7bad5f.png?width=1080&amp;height=1080" alt="James Alliston (1)"></p>
<p class="" data-start="136" data-end="634">Bruce&rsquo;s style wasn&rsquo;t built on structured lessons but on immersion: ride, watch, learn, repeat. That intense, hands-on environment shaped James&rsquo;s foundation as a rider.</p>
<p class="" data-start="136" data-end="634">&nbsp;</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="641" data-end="665">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 class="" data-start="641" data-end="665">All In on the Open</h3>
<p class="" data-start="666" data-end="1130">James was immediately intrigued when the U.S. Equestrian Open launched&mdash;especially the idea of serious prize money. For horses not yet ready for five-star, it offers a real purpose and a clear target. Now sitting third on the leaderboard, James plans to contest as many qualifiers as possible and is eyeing a trip to Morven Park for the final. It&rsquo;s a competitive challenge&mdash;and one he&rsquo;s fully committed to.</p>
<p class="" data-start="666" data-end="1130"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/f611e1de-723f-45e0-80df-da1c4db95b81.png?width=1080&amp;height=1080" alt="James Alliston (2)"></p>
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<h3>&nbsp;</h3>
<h3>US Equestrian Open Leaderboard&nbsp;</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/a37f0405-f149-414e-a21d-f585ccec3d83.png?width=733&amp;height=532" alt="Screenshot 2025 05 16 162737"></p>
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<h3>&nbsp;</h3>
<h3>🎙️&nbsp;<strong data-start="48" data-end="99">Listen Now: James Alliston &amp; The Road to Morven</strong></h3>
<p>From Twin Rivers to leaderboard goals&mdash;James talks Karma, the Open, and what&rsquo;s next.</p>
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<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Follow the US Equestrian Open of Eventing</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr">Check out the full Series calendar below and stay connected with the latest news and standings on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>&nbsp;and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Instagram.&nbsp;</a>Use #USEqOpen to join the conversation.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Also follow US Equestrian on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/USequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrian/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TikTok</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">X (Twitter)</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For sponsorship opportunities, contact Layson Griffin at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lgriffin@usef.org">lgriffin@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/aee0755f-7ba0-4aaf-b197-8570742781c8.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Competition Calendar for the 2024-2025 US Equestrian Open of Eventing"></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For sponsorship opportunities, contact Layson Griffin at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lgriffin@usef.org">lgriffin@usef.org</a>.</em></p>

New Podcast: James Alliston and The Road to Morven Park

<p>It&rsquo;s back to Tryon for the twelfth leg of the US Equestrian Open of Eventing&mdash;and with just one event scheduled in May, this weekend will be one to watch. From leaderboard shakeups to breakout performances, there&rsquo;s plenty on the line at a venue known for delivering drama.</p>
<p>The full breakdown is now live on the <strong>US Equestrian Open Podcast</strong>&mdash;but here&rsquo;s your snapshot of what you need to know ahead of Tryon.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<h2 data-start="539" data-end="565">&nbsp;</h2>
<h2 data-start="539" data-end="565">Lets Take a Look at the&nbsp;<a href="https://prediction-centre.equiratings.com/competitions/tryon_4s_2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Prediction Centre</a></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="https://prediction-centre.equiratings.com/competitions/tryon_4s_2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/fce526ba-d6ab-43c6-853e-f4371ca0b816.png?width=916&amp;height=943" alt="Screenshot 2025 05 07 154220"></a></p>
<h3 data-start="539" data-end="565">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 data-start="539" data-end="565">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 data-start="539" data-end="565">Boyd Martin - Tsetserleg TSF</h3>
<p class="" data-start="112" data-end="311"><strong>Boyd Martin</strong> heads to Tryon as the new <strong>FEI World Number One</strong> &mdash; and with <strong>135 points</strong> on the US Open leaderboard, he&rsquo;s within striking distance of the top three. A win here could shake things up while also securing his position in the FEI rankings.</p>
<p class="" data-start="313" data-end="564">He brings forward <strong>Tsetserleg TSF</strong>, or &lsquo;Thomas&rsquo; &mdash; the most experienced horse in the field. With an Olympic appearance to many 5* completions including a podium in 2019, Thomas has a huge fan following. It&rsquo;s no surprise they top the Prediction Centre this weekend with a <strong>27% win chance</strong>.</p>
<h3 data-start="940" data-end="1184">Sara Kozumplik - Rock Phantom</h3>
<p>One of the early stars of the US Open Series, <strong data-start="168" data-end="184">Rock Phantom</strong> and <strong data-start="189" data-end="207">Sara Kozumplik</strong> took the win at Bouckaert in 2024 &mdash; and now they&rsquo;re back and heading to Tryon. This marks their&nbsp;first 4 star of the season, with Sara returning to the saddle after a minor injury kept her out of Kentucky. The numbers speak for themselves as they sit second on the Prediction Centre with a <strong data-start="527" data-end="545">16% win chance.</strong></p>
<h3>Caroline Pamucku - Redfield Dexter and HSH Tolan King</h3>
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">It&rsquo;s a two-horse attack from <strong>Caroline Pamukcu</strong> this weekend &mdash; and together, her chances are looking strong.&nbsp;<strong>Redfield Dexter</strong> comes in with a <strong>13% win chance</strong> after a standout performance at Ocala, where he completed his first CCI4*-S and finished fifth. With that milestone behind them, we expect they may take the handbrake off cross-country and have a serious shot at the podium.</p>
<p><strong>HSH Tolan King</strong>, the more seasoned of the two, edged his stablemate for fourth at Ocala and carries a <strong>12% win chance</strong> into Tryon. Together, Caroline&rsquo;s duo gives her<strong> a combined 25% shot at the win</strong> &mdash; not a bad hand to be playing.</p>
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<h2 data-start="1629" data-end="1649">&nbsp;</h2>
<h2 data-start="1629" data-end="1649">Ones to Watch</h2>
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<li data-start="1653" data-end="1771"><strong data-start="1653" data-end="1686">Sharon White &amp; Jaguars Duende</strong>: Still new at the level, but flashy and full of potential. The team here is excited about this horse and you should be too.</li>
<li data-start="1653" data-end="1771"><strong data-start="1774" data-end="1816">Kim Severson &amp; Cooley Corraghy Diamond</strong>: Young, green, but growing - this combination is one to keep an eye on.</li>
<li data-start="1653" data-end="1771"><strong data-start="1901" data-end="1917">Laine Ashker</strong> &amp; <strong data-start="1931" data-end="1945">Lovedance:</strong> While it's a 4* debut for the horse, this pair looks to put on an impressive performance.</li>
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<h2 data-start="1516" data-end="1760">&nbsp;</h2>
<h2 data-start="1516" data-end="1760">The US Equestrian Open Leaderboard</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p class="" data-start="1516" data-end="1760"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/4f864eb7-9bb9-4afb-9eb8-23aa7c97a7f1.png?width=493&amp;height=373" alt="Screenshot 2025 05 07 161651"></p>
<p class="" data-start="1516" data-end="1760">&nbsp;</p>
<hr>
<h2 data-start="3732" data-end="4026">🎙️&nbsp;Listen Now:&nbsp;The Tryon Preview Show</h2>
<p class="" data-start="3732" data-end="4026">Dive deeper into Tryon with Annie Bishop and Diarmuid Byrne on the latest <strong data-start="578" data-end="608">US Equestrian Open Podcast</strong>.</p>
<p><iframe style="border: none;" title="Embed Player" src="https://play.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/36471130/height/192/theme/modern/size/large/thumbnail/yes/custom-color/003580/time-start/00:00:00/hide-playlist/yes/download/yes/font-color/ffffff" width="100%" height="192" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p>
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<h1 dir="ltr">&nbsp;</h1>
<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Follow the US Equestrian Open of Eventing</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr">Check out the full Series calendar below and stay connected with the latest news and standings on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>&nbsp;and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrianopen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Instagram.&nbsp;</a>Use #USEqOpen to join the conversation.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Also follow US Equestrian on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/USequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrian/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TikTok</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/usequestrian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">X (Twitter)</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For sponsorship opportunities, contact Layson Griffin at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lgriffin@usef.org">lgriffin@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/aee0755f-7ba0-4aaf-b197-8570742781c8.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Competition Calendar for the 2024-2025 US Equestrian Open of Eventing"></p>
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<p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em>For sponsorship opportunities, contact Layson Griffin at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lgriffin@usef.org">lgriffin@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
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New Podcast: The Tryon Preview Show

<p class="" data-start="120" data-end="499">From new personal bests to leaderboard shakeups, the<strong> Cosequin Lexington CCI4*-S</strong> delivered a weekend packed with momentum shifts and standout moments. <strong>Will Coleman</strong> and <strong>Off the Record</strong> led from the very first phase, but there were big moves happening just behind them as<strong> Phillip Dutton, Jessica Phoenix,</strong> and <strong>Allison Springer</strong> made major statements in the US Equestrian Open Series.</p>
<p class="" data-start="501" data-end="674">The full breakdown is now live on the US Equestrian Open Podcast&mdash;but here&rsquo;s your snapshot of everything that went down in Kentucky, and what it means for the road ahead.</p>
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<h3 data-start="686" data-end="1136">Coleman and Off the Record Lead from Start to Finish</h3>
<p class="" data-start="686" data-end="1136"><strong>Will Coleman </strong>and&nbsp;<strong>Off the Record</strong> were the stars of the show. They came out swinging with a 21.8 in the first phase&mdash;Timmy&rsquo;s best ever score at any level&mdash;and never gave up the lead. They added only 7.2 time penalties on cross-country (the fastest of the day) and just added four faults on Sunday in the showjumping, to defend Will's title at the Kentucky 4*-S. From start to finish, it was smooth, stylish, and a perfect example of what this partnership can do when they&rsquo;re on song.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1138" data-end="1217">This win wasn&rsquo;t just another notch on the belt&mdash;it was a record-defining moment:</p>
<p class="" data-start="1138" data-end="1217">🏆 Will's 16th career CCI4*-S win (15 of them on U.S. soil, plus CHIO Aachen)</p>
<p class="" data-start="1138" data-end="1217">🏆<em> </em>Off The Record&rsquo;s 6th CCI4*-S win</p>
<p class="" data-start="1340" data-end="1398">🏆 Will&rsquo;s second win in five runnings of the Kentucky 4*-S</p>
<p class="" data-start="1401" data-end="1474">🏆 Enough to move Will into the global top 10 for CCI4*-S wins since 2008</p>
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<h3 data-start="1476" data-end="1937">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 data-start="1476" data-end="1937">Dutton and Phoenix Secure Key Podium Finishes</h3>
<p class="" data-start="1476" data-end="1937">And while Coleman took the win,<strong> Phillip Dutton</strong> stole the spotlight when it came to the series storyline. He came into Kentucky on top of the US Equestrian Open standings with 175 points&mdash;and both of his rides delivered.&nbsp;<strong>Possante</strong> finished second,<em> </em><strong>Denim </strong>took fourth, and together they helped push his season total to 215 points. That makes Dutton the first rider this year to break the 200-point barrier, and he now sits 30 points clear at the top of the table.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1939" data-end="2306">There was some speculation about whether Phillip&rsquo;s horses had the speed to challenge this field&mdash;and while both picked up time penalties, context matters. <strong>Off the Record</strong> was the fastest with 7.2; Phillip&rsquo;s horses weren&rsquo;t far behind.<strong> Possante </strong>and <strong>Denim</strong> both posted top-six cross-country times, proving that when it counts, they can absolutely turn up the heat.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2308" data-end="2707">Just behind them, <strong>Jessica Phoenix</strong> quietly climbed the podium into third place with<em> </em><strong>Freedom GS,</strong> adding 40 points and bumping her series total to 185. That makes her the closest challenger to Dutton&rsquo;s lead, and with a few more key results, she&rsquo;s well within striking distance. Her Ocala performance, her podium here&mdash;Jess is on a tear this season and proving she&rsquo;s got the firepower for a serious series run.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2308" data-end="2707">&nbsp;</p>
<hr>
<h3 data-start="2308" data-end="2707">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 data-start="2308" data-end="2707">No May Moon Shines in Kentucky</h3>
<p class="" data-start="2709" data-end="3240">But the biggest mover of the weekend?<strong><em> </em>No May Moon. Allison Springer</strong> and her crowd-favorite mare delivered one of the standout performances of the competition. They started in 25th after dressage, then rocketed up to finish fifth. It was one of the fastest cross-country rounds on the day, followed by a clear jumping round. This wasn&rsquo;t a fluke&mdash;this was a star stepping fully into the spotlight. With a string of strong recent performances,<strong> No May Moon</strong> could be the sleeper pick for the finale.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2709" data-end="3240">&nbsp;</p>
<hr>
<h3 data-start="3242" data-end="3639">&nbsp;</h3>
<h3 data-start="3242" data-end="3639">Leaderboard Update: It&rsquo;s Still All to Play For</h3>
<p class="" data-start="3242" data-end="3639">The <a href="https://usef.equestrian-hub.com/public/championship/eventing/1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">leaderboard</a> looks different now, and it&rsquo;s shaping into a real race. <strong>Phillip</strong> leads on 215,<strong> Jess</strong> follows with 185, and<strong> James Alliston</strong> holds third with 145. Riders like C<strong>aroline Pamukcu, Ema Klugman</strong>, and <strong>Allison Springer </strong>are still in the hunt, especially as we head into the second half of the series. The full top ten is here&mdash;and it&rsquo;s tight enough to expect fireworks over the coming qualifiers:</p>
<p><a href="https://usef.equestrian-hub.com/public/championship/eventing/1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/bd3f74f7-7a71-401e-939c-d2d10ce477ce.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Kentucky  Recap"></a></p>
<p class="" data-start="3732" data-end="4026">So what&rsquo;s next? More qualifiers, more movement, and all eyes on Morven Park, where the $200K showdown will bring the best back together. With<strong> Off the Record</strong> in this kind of form, <strong>Phillip</strong> pushing the pace, and <strong>Jess </strong>quietly stacking points, it&rsquo;s anyone&rsquo;s game.</p>
<p class="" data-start="3732" data-end="4026">&nbsp;</p>
<hr>
<p class="" data-start="3732" data-end="4026">&nbsp;</p>
<h3 data-start="3732" data-end="4026">🎙️<strong> Listen Now: </strong><strong data-start="455" data-end="501">The Cosequin Lexington CCI4*-S Review&nbsp;</strong></h3>
<p class="" data-start="3732" data-end="4026">Dive deeper into the wins, surprises, and leaderboard drama on the latest&nbsp;<strong data-start="578" data-end="608">US Equestrian Open Podcast</strong>.</p>
<p><iframe style="border: none;" title="Embed Player" src="https://play.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/36353425/height/192/theme/modern/size/large/thumbnail/yes/custom-color/1744d4/time-start/00:00:00/hide-playlist/yes/download/yes/font-color/ffffff" width="100%" height="192" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em>For media inquiries about the US Equestrian Open Series, please contact Carly Weilminster at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cweilminster@usef.org">cweilminster@usef.org</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><img src="https://usef-admin.fly.dev/assets/aee0755f-7ba0-4aaf-b197-8570742781c8.png?width=1080&amp;height=1350" alt="Competition Calendar for the 2024-2025 US Equestrian Open of Eventing"></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em>For Sport Department questions, please contact Christy Hawkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:USEquestrianOpen@usef.org">USEquestrianOpen@usef.org</a>.</em></p>
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New Podcast: Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S Review Show

<p class="" data-start="467" data-end="820">In this week&rsquo;s episode, Annie Bishop is joined by <strong>Sally Spickard</strong> (Eventing Nation), <strong>Sinead Maynard</strong>, and EquiRatings' <strong>Diarm Byrne</strong> to break down the field for the Cosequin&reg; Lexington CCI4*-S. From bold predictions to heartfelt dark horse picks, it&rsquo;s your all-access pass to the names, numbers, and narratives that matter most.</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="827" data-end="858">🔺 The Big Three at the Top</h3>
<p class="" data-start="860" data-end="1209"><strong>Caroline Pamukcu &amp; HSH Blake</strong>, <strong>Will Coleman &amp; Off The Record</strong>, and <strong>Alyssa Phillips &amp; Oskar </strong>currently dominate the top of the Prediction Centre &mdash; combining for nearly 70% of total win chance. But as Diarm reminds us, this doesn't mean everything. Past years have seen late lead changes, surprise poles, and big names fall short. This is not a field for safe bets.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1211" data-end="1423">Blake&rsquo;s star-making turn at Kentucky last year still lingers in Diarm&rsquo;s mind &mdash; not just the numbers, but the visual dominance across country. Can Caroline repeat with more pressure and more eyes this time around?</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="1430" data-end="1458">🐴 Dark Horses Lining Up</h3>
<p class="" data-start="1460" data-end="1720">Sure, the prediction models favor the big names &mdash; but the pundits are keeping close tabs on some serious spoilers. Sally flags <strong data-start="1587" data-end="1602">No May Moon</strong> as her one-to-watch: a gritty little mare with proven form and podium potential if she can stay close after dressage.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1722" data-end="1912">Annie&rsquo;s backing <strong data-start="1738" data-end="1751">Cute Girl</strong> to recapture form, while Sinead is excited to see <strong data-start="1802" data-end="1814">Invictus</strong>, <strong data-start="1816" data-end="1831">That&rsquo;s Me Z</strong>, and <strong data-start="1837" data-end="1848">Possante</strong> in action &mdash; all with solid backstories and momentum heading in.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1914" data-end="1997">And Diarm? He&rsquo;s still running spreadsheets, but even his data admits: it&rsquo;s wide open.</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="2004" data-end="2046">🌍 West Coast Energy, East Coast Stage</h3>
<p class="" data-start="2048" data-end="2365">There&rsquo;s a buzz around the West Coast riders making the trip: <strong data-start="2109" data-end="2142">Tommy Greengard </strong>and<strong data-start="2109" data-end="2142"> That&rsquo;s Me Z</strong>, <strong data-start="2144" data-end="2172">Taryn Hoffos </strong>and <strong data-start="2144" data-end="2172">Regalla</strong>, and <strong data-start="2178" data-end="2192">Molly Duda</strong> with <strong>Disco Traveler</strong> are among those crossing the country for a shot at this major 4*. With top-level experience overseas, these combos bring freshness &mdash; and fire &mdash; to a field full of veterans.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2367" data-end="2544">It&rsquo;s exactly what the US Equestrian Open is built for: mixing regions, highlighting talent, and giving fans a chance to see combinations they might not normally catch in person.</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="2551" data-end="2592">💻 Podium Picks &amp; Prediction Showdown</h3>
<p class="" data-start="2594" data-end="2931">As always, Annie and Diarm close out the episode with their podium predictions &mdash; and the scoring battle between them is heating up. Diarm&rsquo;s going for a head-heart hybrid: Blake to win, Off The Record second, and No May Moon sneaking into third. Annie&rsquo;s betting on Will and Timmy to get it done, with Cute Girl and Possante crashing the party.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2933" data-end="2994">Bonus drama? Caroline doesn&rsquo;t even make Annie&rsquo;s podium. Bold.</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="3001" data-end="3018">🎧 Listen Now</h3>
<p class="" data-start="3020" data-end="3157">It&rsquo;s all to play for in Kentucky. The Prediction Centre says one thing. The gut says another. And the horses? They&rsquo;ll have the final say.</p>
<p class="" data-start="3159" data-end="3225">This is where the leaderboard gets serious. This is why we follow.</p>
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<h3 class="" data-start="3988" data-end="4009">📣 Stay Connected</h3>
<p class="" data-start="4011" data-end="4252">Explore the latest&nbsp;<strong data-start="4030" data-end="4089"><a href="https://www.usequestrianopen.org/magazines" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fan Guide</a></strong>, check the&nbsp;<strong data-start="4101" data-end="4168"><a href="https://prediction-centre.equiratings.com/?hsCtaTracking=907b4987-399b-4b9c-987d-14baa17bbf42%7Cc8942863-dac1-4a71-95b2-ee4f0be07dc6" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Prediction Center</a></strong>, and follow the series on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/usequestrianopen/">Instagram</a>.</p>
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