Wellington, FL – February 19 – Today, The Winter Equestrian Festival began the week called Zada Enterprises, LLC Wellington Masters with another rain-free, warm day. In the Internationale Arena, there was a $7,500 1.45 meter Time First Jump-off Class with 78 horses vying to be the best. King Louie ridden by Molly Ashe was the final winner for Rosewood Glen Ltd. Desilvio with Beezie Madden riding for Abigail S. Wexner was second.

There were 2 Young Jumper Classes today where the young horses that might be future Grand Prix stars begin their career. A $1,500 Young Jumper 5 Year Old Class was won by S & L Costa with Ainsley Vince riding for S & L Farm. Rodrigoo VDL with owner/rider Donald Cheska was second. A $1,500 Young Jumper 6 Year Old Class saw Pia Little win with Amber Mitchell-Peck riding for owner Melissa Hagenbart. Carraciola was second with David Raposa riding for Kara M. Tedeschi. Third place went to Debbie Stephens riding Melinga for Debbie McIntyre.

All results are posted daily at www.stadiumjumping.com.

Tickets to the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington are available by phone at 793-JUMP or at the gate. Admission is free on Wednesdays. Children 12 & under are free all days. Senior admission is $5 every day. Adult admission is $5 on Thursday and Friday, $10 on Saturday, and $15 on Sunday. Parking is free.

Winter Equestrian Festival Dates:

(Each week runs Wednesday through Sunday beginning at 8:00 AM)

Zada Enterprises, LLC Wellington Masters – February 19 – 23
Tommy Bahama Palm Beach Open – February 26 – March 2
Cosequin Wellington Finale – March 5 – 9
Zada Enterprises, LLC WEF Dressage Classic – March 13 – 16

After March 9, competitors move to Tampa to continue the Winter Equestrian Festival.

Dates for Tampa Winter Equestrian Festival

(Each week of competition runs Wed - Sun beginning at 8:00 AM)

Suncoast Internationale March 13-16
Tampa Bay Classic March 19-23 CSI***/W
Tournament of Champions March 25-29 CSI**/W
Budweiser American Invitational March 29 in Raymond James Stadium

Tickets for Winter Equestrian Festival at Tampa Fairgrounds are Wednesday through Friday $5. Children under 12 years are free. Saturday and Sunday Adult tickets are $10. Seniors and Students are $5 all days. For schedule, directions and information visit www.stadiumjumping.com

Tickets for the Budweiser American Invitational, March 29 at Raymond James Stadium are available at Ticket Master (813) 287-8844 or at Stadium Jumping (877) 909-9436.