Caroline Pamukcu tops the Prediction Centre with her rides HSH Tolan King and Redfield Dexter combining for a 67% total win chance heading into Ocala.

Sharon White and Jaguars Duende are making their long awaited CCI4*-S and US Equestrian Open debut With 12 international starts and 9 podium finishes, she’s already proved she belongs in elite company. A 21% win chance at this level, on debut! The Prediction Centre says she’s one to take seriously.

Double Podium = Double Points

Here’s the kicker: points in the US Open are awarded per horse. So if Pamucku wins with one and finishes second or third with the other? She’s not just taking home 40 points — she’s banking up to 75.

Currently 8th on the leaderboard with 60 points, Pamukcu has a real chance to launch into the top 3 while closing in fast on Boyd Martin (135 points) and Phillip Dutton (175 points).

A double-pointed weekend at Ocala would also set Caroline up perfectly for the next event in the Series — the Kentucky CCI4*-S, where she’s expected to line up with HSH Blake, a top contender and fan favourite. When we look back at the overall league standings before we head to the final at Morven, there is a good chance Ocala will be seen as a turning point for Caroline's challenge. 

Other Movers to Watch

Jessica Phoenix, sitting 5th in the current standings with 75 points, is back with two rides. Her predicted win chances are lower (3% and 1%), but her consistent top finishes could still see her lock in key leaderboard points. Jess delivered a rare 1,2 in TerraNova in the last few weeks and another big finish here on one or both will see her pass the 100-point barrier.  

And don’t count out Zachary Brandt, either. With a 6% win chance and a 36% podium probability aboard Direct Advance, he’s right on the edge of this.

We’re excited to see how it all unfolds — from Caroline’s double threat to Duende’s big debut.
Ocala is ready to deliver drama, and the leaderboard is ready to move.