The ATCO Cup 1.50m marked the start of competition in the International Ring for the second day of the Spruce Meadows ‘National’, presented by Rolex. Thirty-three horse/rider combinations took on the challenging track set by FEI course designer Anthony D’Ambrosio (USA). Three combinations – Kyle King (USA) with Etalon, Mario Deslauriers (CAN) aboard Uris de la Roque, and Conor Swail (IRL) riding Nadal Hero & DB – were clear in round one and proceeded to the jump-off. King was first into the ring and did his best to lay down a quick time, but carried 8 faults to his final score. Deslauriers, who was Canada’s lone show jumper at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, had a quick, clear ride with a time of 41.65 seconds that could not be beaten by Swail, who followed closely with a time of 41.77.
First Win of the Summer Series for Kent Farrington
The RBC Capital Markets Cup was the final opportunity for riders not previously qualified to gain entry into Saturday’s RBC Grand Prix, presented by Rolex. Thirty-three athletes entered the evening competition hoping for a trip to the winner’s circle. Of those who completed the first round, only eight produced clear rounds and advanced to the jump-off.