***Karl Cook Runs for the Muny in the SOJT Muny Sunk Stables CSI 3* Speed***

Karl Cook and Foxy de la Roque take the blue ribbon and the fastest time in the Muny Sunk Stables CSI 3* Speed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wellington, FL – Sept. 4, 2026

Speed was the name of the game Thursday in the Muny Sunk Stables CSI3 Speed* at the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament presented by the Davis McCullough Foundation, and Karl Cook and Foxy de la Roque delivered when it mattered most.

The FEI class saw riders push for every fraction of a second as the competition unfolded, ultimately producing nine clear rounds.

It took until the 10th horse-and-rider combination before the first clear round hit the board, but once it did, the pace changed quickly.

“It was a pleasure to watch such a fun class,” said Muny Sunk Stables co-owner Sarah Owen. “The anticipation built throughout the class because we didn’t see our first clear until the 10th rider. After that, speed and agility took over and we saw some of the best rounds of the week so far.”

The battle at the top came down to tenths of a second.

Cook and Foxy de la Roque crossed the finish in 61.37 seconds, edging Ireland’s Paul O’Shea and Spy, who stopped the clock at 61.48 seconds — just 0.11 seconds behind the winning time.

Abbygale Funk and Hulla Hoop rounded out the podium with another fast clear in 63.08 seconds.

*Muny Sunk Stables CSI3 Speed — Podium**

1st — Karl Cook (USA) / Foxy de la Roque
0 faults — 61.37 seconds

2nd — Paul O’Shea (IRL) / Spy
0 faults — 61.48 seconds

3rd — Abbygale Funk (USA) / Hulla Hoop
0 faults — 63.08 seconds

With just over a tenth of a second separating first and second place, the Muny Sunk Stables CSI3* Speed delivered exactly what its name promised — fast horses, aggressive riding and another competitive international class at Silver Oak.

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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

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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.