At the FEI dressage World Cup Final held at Dickies arena in Fort Worth, Texas, Christian Simonson and his horse Indian Rock delivered a standout performance with their Rocky franchise-themed freestyle, achieving a personal-best score of 83.810% and securing second place. This marked a historic and proud moment for U.S. dressage, as noted by Chef d’Equipe Christine Traurig, who highlighted the strong top-ten finishes by U.S. riders and the momentum building toward upcoming championships. Simonson praised Indian Rock’s exceptional qualities and expressed the significance of the supportive crowd and the experience as a dream come true.
Other notable U.S. competitors included Kevin Kohmann and Duenensee, who finished ninth with a score of 76.730%, and Ben Ebeling with Bellena, who placed in the top ten with 74.965%. The event showcased the skill and dedication of the U.S. dressage team, supported by owners, trainers, and grooms, and set the stage for future competitions such as the USEF Grand Prix National Championships. The article also provides links for live streaming, results, and social media updates for fans to follow the ongoing FEI World Cup Finals.
