Last Updated on November 24, 2025 by adminahb
Tomas Yofre & Kingston ⓒ Wellington International // Cassidy Klein
Wellington International played host to a vibrant week of sport as the South Florida Hunter Jumper Association (SFHJA) welcomed families, trainers, and local barns for a relaxed yet competitive atmosphere for the 75th Annual Charity Horse Show. The show highlighted the strength and the ongoing development of riders at every stage.
Over the course of the week, the SFHJA classes offered something for nearly every level, from emerging junior hunters to seasoned equitation riders and the top of the hunter divisions. Against the backdrop of Wellington International’s state-of-the-art facilities, it was the kind of competition that helps define the fall circuit in South Florida.
Yofre Claims the Feature Event at the SFHJA 75th Annual Charity Horse Show
The $40,000 Bainbridge Companies Grand Prix was the highlight of Saturday night and the peak of the SFHJA 75th Annual Charity Horse Show, drawing a packed crowd ringside. Andy Christiansen’s course offered a true test of scope and adjustability, producing a competitive jump-off for the riders who advanced. Tomas Yofre (ARG) ultimately sealed the win aboard Kingston, owned by Stellium Sporthorses, LLC, and had a polished double-clear round with a time of 37.273 seconds.
Ireland’s Shane Sweetnam secured second place aboard Rural Juror SCF, owned by Spy Coast Farm, LLC. The winning pair had a jump-off time of 37.422 seconds. Close behind, Delaney Flynn (USA) and Namamia, owned by Windsor Show Stables, rounded out the podium in 37.999 seconds.
In addition to her podium finish, Flynn was recognized as the “Leading Lady Rider” for the South Florida show week, presented by Higher Ground Farm.
Precision Pays Off as Marcus Au Takes the $10,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby
The $10,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby (Hunt-N-Go), presented by Meadowview Inc., took place on Friday and drew a field of 36 entries. Marcus Au (USA) topped the class with Latoya, owned by The Ridge Farm, LLC and earned scores of 90 and 92 for a combined 182 – the highest total of the competition.
Finishing in second was Jennifer Bliss (USA) on Wailea, owned by Ohana Equine, LLC, and had consistent 89.5 scores for a total of 179. Third place went to Sarah Duhon (USA) and Shirley Bassey, owned by Kelly Rodriguez, who earned scores of 88 and 88 for a 176 overall.
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