Edited Press Release
Lexington, KY – May 17, 2025 – Luis Pedro Biraben and Chacco Bumpy ruled the ring as international show jumping action at the Kentucky Horse Park concluded on Saturday with the $125,000 Mary Rena Murphy Grand Prix CSI3*, presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute during the Kentucky Spring Classic. In a speedy jump-off that came down to the wire, Biraben and Chacco Bumpy galloped home with the winning prize. Shane Sweetnam and James Kann Cruz placed second, while Rene Dittmer and Cody 139 took home the third-place prize as one of the night’s early pathfinders.
The grand prix was held in memory of the late Mary Rena Murphy, one of the horse industry’s most influential people. She worked diligently to promote the Kentucky Horse Park and was a major influence for the first hunter/jumper shows at the venue. Her vision for an exhibitor-friendly competition at a world-class facility helped shape the Kentucky Horse Park into what it has become today. Four generations of her family gathered for the presentation during Saturday’s highlight event.
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Jacob Pope and Hardrock Harmonie SIH Score $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby Victory
Lexington, KY – May 16, 2025 – Derby day returned on Friday afternoon for the second week of the Kentucky Spring Series at the Kentucky Horse Park. Jacob Pope and Hardrock Harmonie SIH showcased the wonderful partnership that they have developed over the last year, leading the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby from start to finish. They finished just ahead of Augusta Iwasaki and Small Love, who placed second, while Natalie Jayne and Starstruck rounded out the top three.
“I was so close last week, we were second, so it was a nice feeling to come back and win today. He’s a fantastic horse!” smiled Pope.
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Ainsley Lynch and Memphis Garner $1,500 USHJA Pony Hunter Derby Win
Lexington, KY – May 17, 2025 – Junior riders took center stage on Saturday afternoon in the Murphy ring as ponies of all sizes gathered for the $1,500 USHJA Pony Hunter Derby. With two beautiful rounds, Memphis and Ainsley Lynch took home the winning title. Snowbound and Breda Campbell followed closely, finishing in second place by just one point, while Lost Boy and Dakota Zehler rounded out the top three.
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