Bromont, QC – Eleven year old, Dutch Warmblood, Pavarotti, provided Todd Minikus with the high notes during Saturday’s Kubota Cup Grand Prix in Bromont, Quebec. They successfully warded off challenges in a jump off field of 13 finalists, which included Pavarotti’s stable pal and second place finisher, Ultimo Van Ter Moude, also ridden by Minikus (USA), effectively blocking the Canadian offense lead by Erynn Ballard (ON).
Winning the Kubota Cup Grand Prix, held at the July 19th International Bromont Tournament, was obviously on his mind, as Todd patted the Kubota utility vehicle for good luck while riding Ultimo Van Ter Moude to the start line. But it was Pavarotti who Minikus rode into first place, winning top money and the traditional, Kubota orange, wool melton, trophy cooler.
Pavarotti was also presented with a SoftStall therapeutic bedding system, given in recognition of the horse’s contribution to the win. Pavarotti’s groom was awarded a basket of grooming supplies presented by Show One Inc. Donning the Kubota Cup trophy jacket for the victory gallop, Minikus received applause and well wishes from the sponsor, Kubota Canada Ltd, as well as an enthusiastic group of spectators.