Today’s perfect sunshine and a dressage arena lined by hundreds of spectators at the GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER set the perfect stage for the grand finale of Dressage International. Eleven participating duos had qualified for the CDI4* Grand Prix musical freestyle with accompanying 40,000 euros of prize money. Each of them rode accompanied by a specially composed sound track with pieces of music arranged precisely to match the exercises and movements of the horses.
It was truly a dance into the hearts of both judges and spectators that was performed by GLOCK Rider Edward Gal and 13-year-old GLOCK’s Voice. ‘Voici’ approached the start at the GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER Austria for the very first time and it was with him that GLOCK Rider ‘Eddie’ was able to continue his continuous series of wins dating back to 2012.
“GLOCK’s Voice was simply perfect today. He exhibited concentration, ambition and delivered a superb ride. Having watched Robbie Williams dance yesterday, I thought ‘that’s what I need to match in the arena’. I would like to take the opportunity to thank the Gaston and Kathrin Glock family. It isn’t just that they staged great tournaments here today. The Glock family does so much for equestrian sport and I think I can say that on behalf of all of us. Please let’s have a big round of applause!”, said the visibly moved GLOCK Rider in his winner’s interview.
For their extraordinary performance, Edward Gal and GLOCK’s Voice received technical A-scores of four times 79.000 % and one 79.750 %, whilst the artistic B-scores ranged between 85 % und 87 %. The final score of 82.475 % resulted not only in a clear victory but also in a personal best performance for Edward Gal and GLOCK’s Voice.
The second place was also occupied by The Netherlands with Katja Gevers and Thriller. As on Friday, a score of 74.650 % granted the likeable female rider one of the splendid GLOCK trophies. Swinging music accompanied the freestyle performance of Italian rider Valentina Truppa who, with her experienced Fixdesign Chablis, achieved 72.525 % and thus third place.
Competition 12: CDI4* FEI GRAND PRIX Freestyle
Test: FEI Grand Prix Freestyle (Edition 1999, rev. 2009)
1. Glock’s Voice – Gal Edward (NED) 82,475 %
2. Thriller – Gevers Katja (NED) 74,650 %
3. Fixdesign Chablis – Truppa Valentina (ITA) 72,525 %
4. Ucento – van Mierlo Danielle (NED) 72,200 %
5. Utah – Timmermans Margo (NED) 70,550 %
6. Grosso’s Gentle – Schulten-Baumer Ellen (GER) 70,450 %
7. Romeo-Star – Sidneva Elena (RUS) 70,050 %
8. Talent – Püvi Grete (EST) 69,675 %
9. Jonstrupgårdens Raneur – Seierskilde Lisbet (DEN) 68,975 %
10. Currency DC – Dutta Susan (USA) 68,400 %
11. Wolkenritter – Hartung Amanda (AUT/T) 66,350 %
Link to results
GLOCK’s Entertainment in the Riders Lounge
With the theme “Horses and Stars”, there’s GLOCK-style high-class entertainment awaiting guests in the exclusive Riders Lounge:
• Gourmet entertainment
• Top-class international show acts
• Styling Lounge with star stylist Eren Bektas and his team
• Kids Lounge with creative supervision
• Cinema Lounge for little cinema fans
• Wellness Lounge (manicure, pedicure, massage)
• Dog Wellness – the very finest dog massage with Manfred Kellenc
Day tickets for Thursday, Friday and Sunday available for 300 euros per person.
Day ticket info: +43 664 88 73 44 01
Cooking Lounge
German star chef Alfons Schuhbeck will gain be delighting all in his Cooking Lounge at the GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER. Here, all tournament guests enjoy free entry. The cooking shows take place on Friday and Saturday at 11am, 2pm and 5pm and on Sunday at 11am and 2pm.
Free entry
The tournament arena is accessible to all visitors free of charge. In the Kids Lounge and at the Pony Riding area, fun and entertainment are guaranteed for the youngsters. Dogs have been considered too: in the Dog Lounge there’s plenty of sustenance and the very finest of massages (by appointment and subject to availability) for your faithful pets.
Fully informed
All the information about the competitions, daily summaries, lots of photos and news, along with a live stream and videos of Dressage International at the GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER, are all to be found at www.ghpc.at
INFOBOX
What: CDI4* CDI3* CDIU25 | Dressage International
When: 28th – 31st May 2015
Where: GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER Treffen, Villach
VIP day tickets for Thursday, Friday and Sunday: 300 euros per person on +43 664 887 344 01
Free entry to the competition events in the tournament arena
www.ghpc.at
Source: Press release GHPC
