Sienna Palin takes the Blue Chip Pony Newcomers Masters
Sunday 11 August 2024
Sunday marked an exciting day at the British Showjumping National Championships, as the Blue Chip Pony Newcomers class provided a final opportunity for junior riders to qualify for the Horse of the Year Show in October.
Krissy Spiller’s 12 fence, 1.10 frist round track saw 5 riders jump clear to progress to the next round. However, with no clear rounds in the jump-off, the competition came down to a race against the clock. Sienna Palin and her six-year-old pony, Mikado Van Den Dael, continued their winning streak by securing the title, following their victory in the I.C.E Horseboxes Pony Silver League 148cm & Under class on Saturday.
Stopping the clock at 37.83 seconds, Sienna took the win, meaning second place for Eveline Roberts and Krakboom D’Euro who finished in a time of 39.78 seconds. Third place went to India Vilarrubi and Elka Maura Flint.
Reflecting on her success, Sienna shared, "He was really good—I knew I had to push him, but he covers the ground so well, and I trust him completely."
Speaking affectionately about her pony, ‘Simba,’ Sienna added, "I have a lot of trust in him; he's one in a million. I'm very lucky—my Grandad got him for me. We've had him since he was four, and I've produced him to where he is now."
All eyes now turn to the final, where riders will compete for the coveted title of Blue Chip Pony Newcomers Champion. For a full list of qualified riders, visit the British Showjumping website.
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1st Sienna Palin and Mikado Ven Den Dael 0/4(K) 37.83
2nd Eveline Roberts and Krakboom D’Euro 0/4(K)39.78
3rd India Vilarrubi and Elka Maura Flint 0/4(K) 44.21
NB: Results pending official grading.
Image: 1st Class Images
 c. KT Equine Photography.jpg "Victory for Emily Ward and Wild Star HF in the Winter Grand Prix at Kelsall Hill Winter Classic")
