Ocala, Florida – July 1, 2025 – Mobile dining delivery has arrived at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite eats without missing a moment of the action. Guests can now get all their favorite dishes from Filo’s Mexican Cantina, Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop, and Viola & Dot’s Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria delivered to select spots across […]Read More
Ocala, FL — The stands were packed for the highlight event of Week III of the 2025 Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala: the $185,000 Florida Coast Equipment Grand Prix CSI4*. Twenty-five star-studded combinations from 12 different nations battled it out for the lion’s share of the prize money, but the track proved to be quite the challenge. Only five combinations made it […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The WEC Stadium played host to Hunter Derby Friday once again during the 2025 Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Dean Rheinheimer built the natural flowing tracks for three competitive derbies: the $12,500 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $10,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby, and the $10,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby. Victoria Colvin made a strong return […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The $32,000 Juniper Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2* was the highlight of Friday morning at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC), where 29 horse-and-rider combinations representing 13 nations put forth their best efforts in hopes of taking home the win. In a jump-off where placings were separated by mere hundredths of a second, it was Nayel Nassar (EGY) and Evergate Stables LLC’s Donvier […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Sports at WEC will work with MLS pro forward Erik Hurtado to launch elite soccer player development programs at World Equestrian Center this summer. With more than a decade of professional experience and MLS appearances for clubs like the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Sporting Kansas City and D.C. United, Hurtado brings top expertise and high-level training to players in the Greater Ocala area. In […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Twenty-one talented rising star Jumping athletes, all ages 25 and under, vied for the win in the $32,000 1.45m Grand Prix CSIU25 during Week III of the World Equestrian Center – Ocala 2025 Summer Series. Ultimately, it was Jake Endicott (USA) and Weslands Farm’s Kariludine S (Dallas x Mermus R) who claimed the top spot after a blisteringly fast jump-off. FEI Level […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The $63,000 Florida Coast Equipment Grand Prix CSI4* welcomed 34 top horse-and-rider combinations representing 11 countries to compete for top honors. Ultimately, it was the pathfinding duo of Lauren Balcomb (AUS) and her longtime partner Verdini D’houtveld Z (Verdi Tn X Caretino 2) who emerged victorious. World-renowned course designer Alan Wade (IRL) built the winding and complex track for Thursday’s qualifier, which […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The WEC Grand Arena hosted 38 horse-and-rider combinations on Sunday morning at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) for the $50,000 LeMieux National Grand Prix. In the end, it was Sharn Wordley (NZL) who couldn’t be caught aboard Della Wordley’s Hagelin, securing their second grand prix victory of the 2025 Summer Series. Renowned course designer Guilherme Jorge (BRA) set a track that […]Read More
Ocala, FL – International three-star competition took center stage Saturday night at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC), where the grandstands were packed on a picture-perfect Florida evening. Thirty-three top horse-and-rider combinations representing 11 nations came forward for the $130,000 Dover Saddlery Grand Prix CSI3*. After a thrilling 12-horse jump-off that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats, it was Luis Sabino Goncalves […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional South Championships took center stage in the WEC Stadium at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC), showcasing three highly competitive hunter derbies: the $12,500 Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional South Championship – Open, Junior, and Amateur. Riders aimed to impress a distinguished panel of judges, with Panel One comprising Irving Evans and Don Sheehan, and Panel […]Read More
