***Gracie Allen Sets the Early Pace at Silver Oak with Win in Windstar Cruises CSI3* 1.40m Speed***

Allen and Hadj des Fontaines top a 28-horse field as international competition gets underway at the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament

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Wellington, FL – Sept. 3, 2026

The international action at the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament presented by the Davis McCullough Foundation wasted little time getting up to speed.

Wednesday’s opening FEI competition saw Gracie Allen and Hadj des Fontaines deliver the performance to beat in the Windstar Cruises CSI3 1.40m Speed*, topping a competitive field of 28 horse-and-rider combinations.

With speed the name of the game and rails proving costly throughout the class, just five combinations produced clear rounds.

Allen set the standard aboard Hadj des Fontaines, stopping the clock in 72.99 seconds to secure the first international victory of the week.

Kady Abrahamson and Lovely Boy P came closest to challenging the winning time, finishing clear in 75.55 seconds to take second, while Callie Schott and Popstar completed the podium with a clear round in 77.31 seconds.

“It was a fantastic first class,” said Silver Oak Jumper Tournament Chairman Jeff Papows. “I love opening with an FEI speed class because it immediately sets the tone for the week. The riders came ready to compete, and adding the Windstar Cruises Clear Round Horn gives the crowd another reason to get involved and celebrate every successful round.”

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***Windstar Cruises CSI3* 1.40m Speed — Podium***

1st — Gracie Allen (USA) / Hadj des Fontaines
0 faults — 72.99 seconds

2nd — Kady Abrahamson (USA) / Lovely Boy P
0 faults — 75.55 seconds

3rd — Callie Schott (USA) / Popstar
0 faults — 77.31 seconds

Windstar Cruises Clear Round Horn

The Windstar Cruises Clear Round Horn has quickly become one of the signature sounds of the tournament, celebrating every fault-free performance with a blast of the horn as horse-and-rider combinations cross the finish line.

The opening speed class is just the beginning of a full week of international and national competition at Silver Oak, culminating in several of the tournament’s marquee classes.

Featured Silver Oak Jumper Tournament Classes

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Featured Silver Oak Jumper Tournament Classes

Agero CSI3* Grand Prix

Muny Sunk Stables 1.45m CSI 3* Open Speed Classic

Rood & Riddle 1.25m KBF Benefit Classic

Stud Tree A/O Classic

GGT-Footing CSI 3* Welcome Stakes Qualifier

The Babington Benefit Classic Returns

A highlight of this year’s tournament will be the return of the Rood & Riddle 1.25m KBF Benefit Classic, supporting the Kevin Babington Foundation and its mission to provide critical financial assistance to show jumping athletes who have suffered spinal cord injuries.

The class represents the strength, generosity and compassion of the equestrian community—and demonstrates how one competition can create a lasting impact for athletes facing life-changing circumstances.

Through its message, “Turn One Class Into a Lasting Impact,” the Kevin Babington Foundation encourages horse shows across the country to dedicate a class, or a portion of its entry fees, to supporting injured riders and advancing safety awareness throughout the sport.

This year’s class will also feature a special digital appearance by Kevin Babington himself!

And because every great ride deserves a great look, each participating horse will receive an Official Ride for Kevin Horse Bonnet before entering the ring. Together, horse-and-rider combinations will proudly demonstrate their commitment to Kevin and the Foundation’s mission.

So, find your horse, polish your boots and get ready to ride!

This meaningful—and seriously fun—1.25m Saturday class will take center stage in the International Ring. Ride for Kevin, support an extraordinary cause and give the crowd something to cheer about.