Australian dressage rider Simone Pearce achieved a historic victory at the Jumping International de Bordeaux, winning the CDI4* Grand Prix aboard Will Marq with a score of 71.130%. This marked their best CDI result to date and the first dressage competition held at the event, highlighting a flawless performance that earned them a significant milestone.

The win adds another Minimum Eligibility Requirement (MER) to their record as they prepare for Aachen 2026, now holding three MERs all above 69%. French rider Pauline Basquin and João Victor Marcari Oliva completed the podium with close scores, underscoring the competitive nature of the event.