Jock Paget and Clifton Promise win!
Michael Jung falls just short; Jock Paget’s clear round propelled him into the lead. In an afternoon filled with drama, here’s how it went down:
Fourth into show jumping, Andrew Nicholson put the pressure on with a clear round on Nereo, finishing on 40.2. William Fox-Pitt sadly had a rail out of the triple on Parklane Hawk, dashing his hopes at the Grand Slam. Second-placed after cross-country, Jock Paget and Clifton Promise had never jumped a clear round at a three-day until today, leaving no breathing room for Michael Jung and La Biosthetique Sam. In a completely shocking moment, the last rail fell for Michael Jung and Sam, a heartbreaking fence down, leaving Jock Paget and Clifton Promise the winners of Badminton 2013.
Video: Jock’s winning SJ round
Video: Michael Jung and La Biosthetique Sam just barely tapped the last.
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American Tiana Coudray and Ringwood Magister had an unfortunate two rails down, to drop down to 17th. Still, Tiana has to be pleased with her first Badminton performance.
After a double-clear round, Rebecca Howard and Riddle Master jumped up the leaderboard to 12th, from 22nd after cross-country. Way to go, Rebecca and Rupert!
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Jenni Autry will be along shortly with a full report, photos, and videos. Stay tuned!
