The Final Vote: Allstar B and Classic Moet Up for EquiRatings Horse of the Year Title

While we at EN are a bit disappointed not to see a North American horse in the running for EquiRatings Horse of the Year, we are truly thrilled to see two powerhouses in the final: Classic Moet and Allstar B.

Feeling a bit lost on who you should vote for? You’re not alone. These two are true competitors who have more than earned their spot in the running, but that doesn’t make choosing between them any easier. Here’s the rundown:

Allstar B: The 13-year-old KWPN (Ephebe For Ever x  Narenca B, by Ekstein), who is owned by Caroline Moore and Ros Canter, is the current World Champion, achieving the title in Tryon this fall on his dressage score (24.6) which is the second lowest winning score in WEG history. Of course, “Alby” picked up even more jewelry that weekend — leading the Brits to team gold. If that’s not enough, you might remember he also had a 3rd place finish at Badminton CC4*. Tall, dark, handsome and talented — Alby has it all.

Classic Moet: While Alby claims a major championship title, “Molly” on the other hand cemented herself a CCI4* winner this year at Badminton. A speed queen, the 15-year-old (Classic x Gamston Bubbles, by Bohemond) owned by Trisha Rickards & Jonelle Price, picked up one sole time penalty on cross country day against a field that averaged a whopping 25.3. She then went against all odds to jump clear on the final day with Jonelle. Basically, Molly is the horse representation of girl power.

Consult your horoscope, work out a pros and cons table or go with your gut. Whichever way you choose, it’s time to vote for the 2018 winner! To vote, simply click on the photo of your chosen horse on the poll below. Voting ends tomorrow, Dec. 30 at 8 p.m. BST/3 p.m. EST.

**THE #ERHOTY18 FINAL** Over 30,000 votes and we are left with the big two from 2018. The Badminton Horse Trials…

Posted by EquiRatings on Friday, December 28, 2018