How exciting it was! Today 46 participants registered in the starting list of the CSI3* GLOCK’s Perfection Tour. This weekend they rode not only for victory but also to gain points for the Longines world ranking list. The show jumping over 1.40 m included two phases. Only those who mastered the seven obstacles without any faults made it into the second phase and were serious contenders for victory.
In the end, it was indeed one of the most talented young riders in the world who was delighted to receive the wonderful GLOCK’s trophy. Swiss-born Martin Fuchs performed an unfettered round with twelve-year-old Selle Française gelding Picsou du Chene in the tournament arena of GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER and, with a fault-free time of 26.97 seconds, he couldn’t be beaten by anyone.
“Picsou du Chene is in great form. I will ride him tomorrow in the GLOCK’s CSI3* Grand Prix and hope to win again” said the Gold medal winner of the Olympic Youth Games in Singapore in his winner’s interview.
Second place in GLOCK’s Perfection Tour also went to a young shooting star. Nineteen-year-old Bertram Allen (IRL) piloted Aminko N, progeny of Numero Uno x Corland, equally fault-free through the course in 27.28 seconds and once again delivered a real demonstration of talent.
Many cheers went to the third-placed rider. In the saddle of twelve-year-old GLOCK’s Prince de Vaux (Flipper D’Elle x Super De Bourriere), double Olympic silver medallist, current Team World Champion and GLOCK Rider, Gerco Schröder (NED), delivered a perfect ride in a fault-free time of 27.75 seconds.
Max Kühner (AUT/T) und die achtjährige Stute Electric Touch (Untouchable Z x T’is Voltaire) sorgte auf dem siebten Rang in ebenso fehlerfreien 28,36 Sekunden für das beste österreichische Resultat.
13 – CSI3* GLOCK’s PERFECTION TOUR
Int. jumping competition in 2 phases, 1.45 m
Counting for the Longines World Ranking List
1. Picsou du Chene – Fuchs Martin (SUI) 0/26,97 sec
2. Aminko N – Allen Bertram (IRL) 0/27,28 sec
3. Glock’s Prince de Vaux – Schröder Gerco (NED) 0/27,75 sec
4. Connelly 2 – Bruggink Gert Jan (NED) 0/27,94 sec
5. Sportsmann S – Jung Michael (GER) 0/28,11 sec
6. Lafayette III – Estermann Paul (SUI) 0/28,27 sec
7. Electric Touch – Kühner Max (AUT/T) 0/28,36 sec
8. Domingo – Bruynseels Niels (BEL) 0/29,01 sec
9. Corbinian – Guerdat Steve (SUI) 0/30,02 sec
10.Chaccorina – Kutscher Marco (GER) 0/31,24 sec
11.Last Minute – Hetzel Holger (GER) 0/32,16 sec
12.Que Sera – Hargreaves Julia (AUS) 0/35,34 sec
Link to result
GLOCK Perfection meets equestrian sports
The classiness and very special flair of the events at the GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER are internationally renowned and bear the personal signature of managing director Kathrin Glock. On site, for the duration of four days, a truly magical world can be experienced by both active sportspeople and visitors: the breathtaking design of the Riders Lounge, exquisite food and cocktails, intoxicating live acts by show stars and moving charity activities on behalf of people and animals in need.
GLOCK’s entertainment in the Riders Lounge
The motto “Horses and Stars” stands for GLOCK-style high class entertainment, and guests in the exclusive Riders Lounge can look forward to:
● Gourmet entertainment
● Wellness Lounge (manicure, pedicure, massage)
● Styling Lounge with star stylist Eren Bektas and his team
● Kids Lounge with creative carers
● Cinema Lounge for small cinema fans
● Dog Wellness – the very finest dog massage with Manfred Kellenc
● Live coverage from the tournament hall
● International top-class show acts
Day tickets for Saturday and Sunday are available for 300 euros per day per person.
Day ticket info: +43 664 88 73 44 01
Cooking Lounge
Once again, German star chef Alfons Schuhbeck will be delighting all in his Cooking Lounge at the GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER. All tournament guests enjoy free entry here. The cooking shows take place on Fri and Sat at 11am, 2pm and 5pm and on Sunday at 11am and 2pm.
Free entry to the tournament hall
There is free entry to the spectator grandstand in the tournament hall every day. At the Public Lounge, day-guests can enjoy public viewing, exclusive catering and a supervised Kids Corner. The dogs aren’t forgotten either: at the Dog Lounge there are plenty of treats for our faithful friends.
Fully informed
You can find all the information about the competitions, daily summaries, many photos and news as well as the live stream of International Show Jumping at the GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER at www.ghpc.at
INFOBOX
What: International Show Jumping
When: 29/01 – 01/02/2015
Where: GLOCK HORSE PERFORMANCE CENTER Treffen Nr. Villach
VIP day tickets for Saturday and Sunday: 300 euros per day per person
on +43 664 887 344 01
Free entry to all competitive events at the spectator grandstand in the tournament hall